Ellen L. Allaire

Mrs. Allaire, 85, of Tucson, Ariz., formerly of Howell, died June 8, 2010, at home. She was predeceased by her husband, John R., in 1984. Surviving are a daughter and son-in-law, Nanette and Harold Meckler of Tucson; a son and daughter-in-law, Ronald and Edna Burdge of Farmingdale; a goddaughter, Patricia Nielsen of Wall; four grandchildren and their spouses; and seven great-grandchildren. A graveside service was held at Evergreen Cemetery, Howell. Arrangements were by Clayton & McGirr Funeral Home, Freehold Township. Memorial donations may be made to Interfaith Community Services, 2820 W. Ina Road, Tucson, AZ 85741; or Casa de la Luz Foundation, 400 W. Magee Road, Tucson, AZ 85704; or to the Lung Cancer Foundation of America, 15 S. Franklin Street, New Ulm, MN 56073