Elisabeth Panecasio, 88, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2025. She was born in Sudentenland on July 21, 1937, a daughter of the late Wilhelm and Frida Wagner of Vienna, Austria.
She immigrated to the United States early in her life to start her new family.
SURVIVORS:
2 sons: Carl (Janine) Lee of Milan, IN and Pete (Jamie) Lee of Elizabethtown, KY
2 grandchildren: Benjamin (Vanessa) Lee of Elizabethtown, KY and Madison Lee of Aurora, IN
1 great-grandchild: Nash Lee
Elisabeth was known for her compassion with animals. She would welcome and take care of any animal in need. She loved to paint and to tend to her annual vegetable garden. She loved being outdoors and enjoying the beauty of nature, especially flowers.
Special thanks go out to Alvina and Hannah from Hospice of Lake Cumberland for their love and caring for her in her final days. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Nolin River Wildlife Sanctuary, 576 White Mills Glendale Road, Glendale, KY 42740.
Cremation rites were honored according to Elisabeth’s wishes.
Arrangements are entrusted to Bernard Funeral Home. An online guest book is available at www.bernardfuneralhome.com.
