St. George, Utah - Elnore (Ellie) Perelli passed from this life at home on Sunday, June 24, 2012 with the same ferocity in which she lived her life, on her terms. When we talked with Mom about what she wanted in her obituary, she said all she wanted was "Ellie lived, Ellie died, good-bye Ellie." For those that knew and loved her, that was simply not enough to describe the footprint she left in this world. Ellie lived and loved with generosity, ferocity and had a deep sense of justice like no other and lived each day with unmatched courage and humor.

Ellie was a person who shined through the tough times and gave and gave even when she couldn't afford to, because she understood what makes life rich. She taught us the many ways that joy comes from living with generosity versus scarcity and with courage versus fear. Ellie didn't want a conventional obituary and we will not give her one, but she has left behind a large contingent of friends from all walks of life, from many areas of the world, and her loving family, especially her children: Annette (Greg) Basso, Rod (Laurie) Murdock, Jody (Criss) Murdock, and Teena (Ron) Robertson.

In lieu of flowers, Ellie would want a donation made to Brent Holloway's Campaign for Utah State Legislature, The Learning Center for Families, or Providing Animals With Support. We will hold a celebration of Ellie's life on Saturday, June 30, 2012 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Legacy Clubhouse, located on the corner of Legacy Drive and Sir Monte Drive (off Tonaquint Drive) in St. George, Utah. Arrangements are entrusted to Metcalf Mortuary, (435) 673-4221.

Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there, I did not die.