Elizabeth Carrion

Our beloved Elizabeth Díaz Carrión-affectionately known to all as "Eli"-passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, at the age of 94. Born in Salinas, Puerto Rico, in 1931, she carried with her the vibrant spirit, warmth, and grace of her island home, and generously shared it with all whose lives she touched.

Eli was a woman of deep resilience, unwavering faith, and effortless love. She had a strong and, at times, stubborn spirit-one that carried her through life with quiet determination and dignity. Her steady counsel, gentle humor, and unconditional care made her a guiding light for family and friends. She had a way of making people feel seen, held, and understood-whether in moments of joy or in times of need.

She lived a full and curious life. She loved to travel, savor a glass of sweet wine in the company of friends, and unwind with her beloved soap operas. She found joy in simple pleasures-a good novel, long walks through New York City, and the comfort of familiar routines. Her faith was constant; she rarely missed her weekly Mass, and it shaped the way she engaged with the world-with gratitude, humility, and grace.

Eli was predeceased by her siblings Ana, Delia, Samuel, and Santos, whom she loved deeply and remembered throughout her life. She is survived by her sister Marina and her son, Wayne; her nieces Michelle, Patricia, Maria Lourdes, Elizabeth, Aleida, and Gladys; her grandnieces and grandnephews Liza, Rachel, Jessica, Justin, Alondra, Valeria, Leonardo, Alejandro, Gael and Marina; and her great-grandnieces Journee-Elizabeth and Isla.

She is also lovingly remembered by Renée, who, over many years, became family in every sense of the word-a steady, caring presence whose support and love for Eli never wavered.

In her later years, she was cared for with deep love and devotion, and in her passing, that same love carried her home. We will carry her with us-in our memories, in our stories, and in the way we choose to love-now and always.

She will be remembered not only for her kindness and grace, but for the way she loved-fully, freely, and without condition.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to her church in her honor.

The Church of the Holy Trinity 213 West 82nd Street New York, NY 10024 https://htcny.org/

We love you, Titi Eli. You will continue to live on in all of us!

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