Elena Malis Obituary

With sadness, we share the passing of Elena Malis of West Lafayette, Indiana. Elena, born on February 8, 1936, passed away on August 11, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Elena Malis to pay them a last tribute.

Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Elena for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Elena’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Dumitru Cojocariu and Natalia Cojocariu; her husband Ioan Malis; and her brother Mihai Cojocar. She is survived by: her daughter Oana Malis; her son-in-law Michael Manfra; and her granddaughter Kaitlyn Manfra.