Elizabeth Wuttke Aucello, 89, of Statesville, N.C., passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024.

Elizabeth was born on June 6, 1935, to the late Herman Wuttke and Marie Knodel Wuttke, and was a graduate of White Plains High School in New York.

In addition to her parents, Elizabeth was preceded in death by her husband, Alex McLeish.

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Marlene McLeish-Vignola (Frank) of Statesville; brother Albert Wuttke (Chris) of Connecticut; and four nieces.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be made to Bayada Hospice, 468 Jake Alexander Blvd, Salisbury, NC 28147, or Alzheimer’s Association, 4600 Park Road, Suite 250, Charlotte, NC 28209.

Troutman Funeral Home is serving the family.