Of Silver Spring, MD, loving wife of the late Marvin Bloom, sister of May Gitlin, passed away on March 29, 2016. The consummate "people person", a social worker and teacher professionally and in all parts of her life, Elaine worked with all ages preschoolers through senior citizens. Elaine and Marvin leave a legacy in their family, especially their daughters, sons-in-law, grandchildren and great grandchildren. They were role models of how to love. A private memorial service will be held. Memories sent to the family would be appreciated. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Learning For Real, Inc., 9202 Long Branch Parkway, Silver Spring, MD 20901 c/o M.R. McGinn.