Ellie was born in Union City, NJ and lived there until fulfilling her dream of moving to AZ with her husband in 2006.
She had a great love for animals and she also cherished the people close to her.
Ellie leaves behind her son Michael (Karen) LaRusso grandchildren Jennifer, Michael,Valerie, and Michele.
daughter Nancy Ann (John Quigley) Quigley and their kids Katy, Shaun, Bryan, and Maggie.
Daughter Eleanor LaRusso Duchnowski
Grandson Niclaus Duchnowski
Her cherished animals Misha, Murphy, Luna, Sig, Pancake, and Loki.
Also 14 great-grandchildren and one on the way.
She will be greatly missed by all.