Elaine Frances VanMeter, age 69, of Petersburg, WV, passed away at her home on Sunday, January 29, 2023.  She was born on May 9, 1953 in Petersburg, the daughter of the late Arnold William and Eva Eleanor (Keplinger) Lahman.  On March 20, 1971, Elaine married Lester David VanMeter who preceded her in death on October 8, 2016.

Mrs. VanMeter attended Petersburg High School and was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.  Elaine worked at Connie's Sportswear in Franklin, WV and at the Grant Rehabilitation and Care Center in Petersburg.  She enjoyed camping with her family and will always be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her grandkids.

Elaine leaves behind to cherish her memory: 4 daughters, Crystal VanMeter of Petersburg, WV; Holly Bennett (Timothy) of Circleville, WV; Samantha Miller (Terry) of Moorefield, WV; Katylin Thorne of Petersburg, WV; 2 sons, Lester David VanMeter Jr. (Rachel) of Upper Tract WV; Emanuel "Bud" Thorne of Petersburg, WV; a daughter-n-law, Jessica Streets of Elk Garden, WV; 2 sisters, Nancy Carr of Petersburg, WV; Sharon Feaster of Petersburg, WV; 2 brothers, Wayne Lahman (Joyce) of Petersburg, WV; Keith Lahman (Geraldine) of Petersburg, WV; 9 Grandchildren; 7 Great-Grandchildren; and a special friend, Kelly Hammer.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by: a son, David William VanMeter and a brother, Larry Cosner.

Elaine's family will receive friends on Thursday, February 2, 2023, 10 – 11 AM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Petersburg, WV, with services following at 11:00 AM, with Bishop Richard Whetzel officiating.  Memories and words of comfort may be left at www.basagic.com