Ella N. Derochie, 86, of Sioux City, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2019 at Westwood Specialty Care. Services will be held at 10:30 am on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at Waterbury Funeral Service of Sioux City. A visitation will begin one hour prior to service time at the funeral home.

Memorials may be sent in Ella's name to Hospice of Siouxland or the Alzheimer's Association.

Ella was born on July 27, 1933 in Anthon, Iowa, daughter of John and Mildred (Everts) Miller. She graduated from Anthon High School. Ella married Ralph Derochie on February 2, 1952 in South Sioux City.

Ella worked for MidAmerican Energy for 24 years, retiring in 1993. Ella enjoyed camping, and going to Texas for the winter. She also enjoyed taking care of her flower garden, going on walks with her dogs, and riding bicycle. She was known to be an excellent cook. Ella loved spending time with family, especially her grandchildren. She attended all sporting events for all of her grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband, Ralph "Mickey" Derochie of Sioux City; children, Deb Green of South Sioux City, Ronald (Ann) Derochie of Hinton, Neal (Cheryl) Derochie of Sioux City, and Carla (Rick) Elliott of Sioux City; 6 grandchildren, Robert (Amie), Justin (Nicky), Jason (Kayla), Cory, Tyler, and Trevor; 8 great grandchildren, Brady, Kaylee, Eli, Gavin, Lola, Noah, Lenyx, and Lowyn; many nieces and nephews.

Ella was preceded in death by her parents, 8 siblings, son-in-law, Bob Green; and her beloved dogs, Samantha and Lady Jane.

The family would like to give a special thank you to the staff at Westwood Specialty Care and Hospice of Siouxland.