Sacks, Elena L.

WARWICK

Elena L. Sacks, 85, of Warwick, passed peacefully on Friday, February 13, 2026. Born in Providence, Elena was the daughter of the late Harold and Ruth Adelberg and the widow of the late William L. Sacks. She is survived by her loving partner in life of almost 40 years, Ernest K. Chernick. A beloved mother by her son and his wife, Jonathan and Marla Sacks, beloved Grandmother to Amanda, Jeremy, Eliana, Benjamin, and Rachel Sacks. A beloved sister to Harvey M Adelberg and his wife Janet. Beloved Aunt to Jason, Christy, Liza and Marcos.

Elena graduated from Hope High School and received her Associates Degree from Boston University. She had a successful career in sales and office management followed by an extensive vacation career that included countless cruises around the world. Elena was always dedicated to helping others. Her greatest joys in life were inspired by heartfelt relationships with her grandchildren.

Service and burial to take place at Lincoln Park Cemetery in Warwick, RI on February 18th at 1pm

Donations in Elena’s memory can be made to the American Heart Association

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Meeting ID: 892 4759 4779
Passcode: 352913