Elsa Patton, Mother of 'Real Housewives of Miami' Star Marysol Patton, Dead at 84

Elsa Patton — who appeared on "The Real Housewives of Miami" with her daughter, Marysol Patton — passed away this weekend at the age of 84.

The family announced her passing in a statement to Page Six, saying, "Our beloved Elsa Patton (AKA Mama Elsa) passed away over Mother’s Day weekend after a long illness. She was surrounded by her family and close friends. Elsa was predeceased by her husband of 50 years Donald Patton who passed away last February of 2018."

The statement continued, "She is survived by her two children, Marysol Patton and Thomas Anthony Jones, her daughter in law Svetlana, and her grandson Hunter. The family is so very grateful to the many fans and friends who have continued to ask for her and offer their prayers and best wishes. They thank the community, her caretakers, and the many friends who have continued to check in on Elsa from all over the world. Their support has meant the world to the family."

A private ceremony will take place Friday in Miami.

Marysol Patton appeared on three seasons of "RHOM," which aired from 2011 through 2013.