A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at Palms-Robarts Funeral Home.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred.
Survivors include her sons, Roy (Mary), Ralph (Mary Lynn), Bernd; daughter, Ilona Harnas (Steve); six grandchildren; one great-grandson.
Elli was a performer for Ringling Brothers Circus and performed as Fredonia Family Risley Act. She was “The Eternal Showgirl”.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in Elli’s memory.
