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Obituary

Elettra Ann Sorrentino passed away on January 25, 2026 after a prolonged struggle with Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. She was 87. A devoted wife, mother and grandmother, she is survived by Michael Sorrentino, her husband of 65 years, brother Kenneth (Karen), sons Mark (Catherine) and Scott, and granddaughters Gabriella and Olivia.

Elettra was born in Trenton, New Jersey in 1938. Her frequently mispronounced name is the Italian form of “Electra,” meaning "shining" or "bright," and was …

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Community Involvement

Participated in

President of

Westlake Junior Women's Club

Community Club
President of

Westlake Women's Club

Community Club

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What were Elettra's favorite vacation spots?
Hawaii
Hawaii
Hawaii
What were Elettra's favorite performances to watch?
Les Miserables
Les Miserables
Les Miserables

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Born

1938
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Graduated from high school

1956
New Brunswick High School
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Graduated from college

1960
University of Connecticut, Mansfield Road, Storrs, CT
B.S. Pharmacy

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Cause of death

Alzheimer's

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