Obituary

Eleanor “El, Ellie” Marie Zein (née Merschen), 72 years of Spring Glen, PA passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 30, 2026. Born February 1, 1953, in Philadelphia, PA, to the late Francis and Helen Merschen (née Mingone). Eleanor was a devoted wife to Albert J. Zein III for 54 years. A loving mother and mother-in-law to Christine (Phil) Monckton, Michelle (Dave) Barnhill, and Brenda (Chris) Howells. A cherished grandmother to Samantha, Jessica (Vince), Frank, Katelyn (Chris), and Zackary. A caring great grandmother to Vincent, Bentley, Josiah, Giovanni, and Jeremiah. A loving sister to Carol Merschen, Francis (James) Zein, and Lisa (Brian) Jones. She was a loving wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She will always be remembered for her warmth, kindness, generosity, and the boundless love she shared with everyone fortunate enough to have known her. She will forever be loved and missed. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a celebration of life for Eleanor on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at the American Legion Post 286 from 2-6 pm at 250 Erial Road, Pine Hill, NJ. 08021 Or Saturday March 28th, at the Sacramento Fire Hall from 4-8 pm at 2206 E. Main Street Sacramento, PA 17968.