Elaine Longwater

February 3, 1943 – June 25, 2025

Elaine Longwater, born on February 3, 1943, left this world on June 25, 2025, leaving behind a legacy as vibrant and unforgettable as she was. unique, eccentric, bold, and visionary, Elaine lived life on her own terms. She was fiercely independent and a true self-starter, never waiting for permission to pursue what she believed in. She inspired those around her with her unshakable courage, quick wit, and her refusal to be anything but herself.

Elaine was the loving mother of three daughters: Chimene Longwater (Biff), Alesia Quante (Albert), and Paris Carnahan (Walter). She adored her grandchildren: Sara, Georgia, and Sam Bermingham; Skylar and Ben Quante; and Sophia, William, and Coco Carnahan. Her children and grandchildren each carry forward her spirit of resilience and authenticity in their own unique ways.

She shared a deep bond with her best friend and business partner, Anastasia Kontos, with whom she built dreams and navigated life’s many adventures.

Elaine’s energy filled every room she entered, and her ideas sparked change wherever she went. She leaves behind a world that is better for her having been in it and a family and community forever grateful for the lessons she taught simply by living as herself.

She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

In lieu of flowers, Elaine requested donations be made to the Ossabaw Island Foundation, 13040 Abercorn Street, Suite 20, Savannah, GA 31419 (ossabawisland.org).