With deep love and gratitude the family of Eleanor Bayon announces her peaceful passing at the Sands Point Center for Health and Rehabilitation.  

"Ellie" was born May 26, 1930 in Queens, N.Y. to the late Patrick and Mary Dray.  She was predeceased by her husband Edward, a proud U.S. Navy Veteran, as well as her cherished sons, Thomas and Robert.

She is survived by her devoted daughter Claire Bayon Riccio and her husband Rob, daughter-in-law Karla Bayon, her three grandchildren Thomas Riccio, Jessica Riccio Mantyla (Michael) of Garden City, N.Y. and Timothy Bayon (Lauren) of Port Jefferson, N.Y.  And her four treasured great-grandchildren, Thomas, Jane, Ellie and Harper, who brought immense joy to her later years.

Eleanor carried her NewFoundland heritage, her humor and her faith with her everyday.  Whether sharing memories, offering encouragement or simply being a steady, loving presence, she touched lives with kindness that will be remembered always.

Her legacy of love, strength and family devotion will continue to live on through all who were blessed to know her.  The family takes comfort in knowing she is now reunited in heaven with her husband and sons, embraced by God's eternal peace.

Special thanks to the staff at Sands Point for their compassion and care in her final days.