Pearl Ellis Obituary
She was the beloved wife of Leighton Ellis, also of Orleans, for 66 years.
Pearl taught at Orleans Elementary School for 36 years and was the school's principal for one year. After retiring in 1983, she and her husband traveled the country in their motor home.
Pearl enjoyed reading, music, and crossword puzzles. Her happiest times were with her family and she delighted in visits from her great-grandsons.
In addition to her husband, Pearl is survived by a daughter, Olive Jean Murphy and her husband John F. Murphy; three grandsons, John Jr., Trevor, and Dillon Murphy; and two great-grandsons, William and Dillon Murphy Jr., all of Orleans. She is predeceased by her son, Lawrence, and is survived by his daughter, Laura Ellis.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Orleans Elementary School, 46 Eldredge Park Way, Orleans, MA 02653.
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brenna wilcox
September 17, 2008
Olive Jean,
Peace be with you and your dad during this passing of your mother. Such wonderful memories I have of both your parents.
blessings, brenna wilcox
Jane Greene
September 17, 2008
To the Ellis/Murphy Families,
It was with deep saddness that I read of the loss of your mother today. Pearl certainly retains a special place in my heart as a favorite teacher to my children.
She did so much for so many and will
live on in Orleans Elementary School history. You remain in my thoughts and my prayers.
Jim and Diane Harper
September 17, 2008
Deepest Sympathies to all of the family.
The Staff of Nickerson Funeral Home
September 17, 2008
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
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