Elena's parents were Eulogio Santos and Marquita Pragacha. Elena was raised in Bulan, Sorsogon, Philippines. Elena graduated from Quezon Academy in 1974. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from Bicol University in 1979 as Cum Laude. On May 6, 1982 Elena exchanged wedding vows with David Lim at Immaculate Conception Parish Church of Bulan, Sorsogon, Philippines. Elena was blessed with one child, one daughter Dana Lim. Her primary occupation was Registered Nurse. She was employed for 35 years. She was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church for 25 years. Elena passed away on May 7, 2013 at Las Vegas, Nevada. She is survived by her spouse David, her daughter Dana, siblings, nephews and nieces. Services were held at St. Joseph Husband of Mary Catholic Church in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Arrangements under the direction of Palm Northwest Mortuary, Las Vegas, NV.