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Emily Ellis Obituary
Emily was born on Feb. 7, 1935, in Fredericksburg, Va., in an old historic house her grandfather owned on US Route 1. She attended James Monroe High School, where she was Junior Class President, an honor student, and graduated the 1952 class Valedictorian.
Emily was a 1956 honors graduate of the Medical College of Virginia, School of Pharmacy. She was a member of Rho Chi Pharmacy Fraternity, Kappa Epsilon (national pharmacy sorority), and the Virginia Pharmaceutical Association.
Emily was married 52 years to Colonel Gary L. Ellis. They were married in St. Georges Episcopal Church, Fredericksburg, Va., in 1956 and Emily took her Virginia State Board Exam on her honeymoon. During her pharmacy career, Emily worked at Peoples Drug Store, Dart Drugstore, and Wal-Mart until she retired in 1995.
In 1996, Emily and Gary moved to White Stone, Va. Emily worked occasionally at the Free Clinic. She rejoined the Colonial Dames of the XVII Century, Lettice Lee Chapter, where she served as Treasurer. Emily was also a member of the Cobbs Hall Chapter of the DAR.
Emily is survived by her husband, Gary; two daughters and sons-in-law, Erin E. Mayer and Charles M. Mayer of Woodbridge, Va.; and Eve L. Ellis and Commander Andrew D. Burden of Yorktown, Va.; and two granddaughters, Carly M. Mayer and Elaine E. Burden; and one grandson, Carson M. Mayer.
Emily was a strong soul and touched the hearts of many. She will be missed by all. She loved all animals and requested that, in lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Animal Welfare League (www.animalwelfareleague.com).
A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30, at Oak Hill Cemetery, Fredericksburg, Va., followed by a reception at St. Georges Episcopal Church. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Emily Ellis
Charlotte & Jim Schmidt
October 2, 2008
We were so saddened to learn of Emily's death. You and your family are in our thoughts & prayers.
God Bless
Jim & Charlotte Schmidt
Sue Simpson
September 30, 2008
Erin and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Take care of each other and may you find strength in the love of family and friends.
Barbara Crum
September 29, 2008
Dear Gary, Erin, and Eve,
We were so surprised and saddened to hear about Emily today. You all hold special places in our hearts - good friends for many years and wonderful memories.
You are in our prayers.
Love,
Barbara and Skip
Bill Howard
September 29, 2008
Now and always, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
STACEY MOSLEY
September 29, 2008
Dear Uncle Gary, Erin, & Eve,
We were so very sorry to hear about Aunt Emily's illness when visiting w/ Mom & Dad last week. It was just unbelievable to learn of her passing on Sat. She was such a vibrant, awesome person & I have many memories of her & ya'll, especially at Shady Side, that I will always treasure. Please know that our thoughts & prayers our with all of you now. May you know God"s peace during the difficult times ahead.
love, Stacey & Norman Mosley
Toady/Mike Clune
September 29, 2008
Gary, as you and your family look to Heaven, find your Emily star where you will be able to feel her love, see her wonderful smile, and feel the touch of her hand.
Mike and I wish you whatever brings peace to your hearts.
Our prayers and GOD BLESS, Toady & Mike
Jennings and Cindy Cherry
September 29, 2008
Eve, Andy and Elaine: We are so sorry to hear of Eve's mother's death. Please feel free to let us know what we can do to help you guys out in any way. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you and watch over you in this time of sadness.
Anne Brauer
September 29, 2008
Emily was a lovely cousin, we will miss her. Anne B.
Linda Ellis
September 29, 2008
Dear Gary,
Emily made us feel like family is supposed to feel loved, welcome and comfortable. You were quite a team and we so very much enjoyed our visits with you. The love you shared was wonderful to be around. We always had so much much fun on our visits.
I loved getting to know Emily. She was truly a great woman who paved the way for the rest of us to make it in the world today.
I loved her laugh and earthy way of telling a story. It was clear she enjoyed her life and travels with you.
We are thinking about you and Emily with love.
Michael, Linda, Abigail and Allison Ellis
Tab and Cathy Asselin
September 29, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. If there is anything we can do please do not hesitate as you have always been there for us.
Love,
Tab and Cathy
Elli Williams
September 29, 2008
Dear Eve, Elaine, Andy and Family,
My deepest sympathies and prayers are with you during this very difficult time for you and your family. I know your Mom and Gram was very much loved and will be missed. May her Memory be Eternal.
Melinda Lewis (CVI)
September 29, 2008
Eve-
I am sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy & Ralph Basham
September 29, 2008
Erin, Chip, Carly and Carson,
We are so sorry for the loss of your Mother and Grandmother.
You are in our thoughts and prayers and hope that your fondest of memories of her and with her help you in your grief.
Lesley Wark
September 29, 2008
Erin and family - -
We are so saddened by your loss and will have you all in our prayers for peace at this time.
The Wark family
Phyllis Hart
September 29, 2008
Gary:
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Emily. She was a very special person and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Phyllis and Gerald Hart
Glenda Decker
September 29, 2008
Everyone who knew Emily loved her. Her friendliness and generosity is certainly reflected by the devotion of her friends. She was a good soul and will be sorely missed.
Dee Meadows
September 29, 2008
Dear Eve,
I am keeping you and your family in my prayers. Just know that I love you and I am here for you at anytime.
Love, Dee
Wheeler & Susie Summerhill
September 28, 2008
Dear Gary,
We were very shocked and saddened to hear of Emily's sudden death. She was always so vibrant and full of life. We especially remember her infectious laugh and cheerfulness. You and Emily shared a wonderful life and we hope memories of all those special times will sustain you during these difficult days. Please know that you, Erin, and Eve are in our thoughts and prayers.
Wheeler and Susie
Sue O'Kelley
September 28, 2008
Gary, I still can't believe it. I am so glad that I
visited you and Em last Spring. Please stay in
touch with me. I miss her already even though
we didn't see each other that often.Sue O'Kelley
Virginia Rhodes
September 28, 2008
I was truly sadden to hear of her death. Emily was a special lady and I will miss her.
Randy Hester
September 28, 2008
Mr. Ellis & family:
So sorry to hear of the loss of your wife. The short time we knew her we realized what a special person she was. It is our prayer that God's grace and peace will be with you during this difficult time.
Randy, Linda, Jack and Jill Hester
Bill and Barbara Hertzog
September 28, 2008
Dear Gary,Erin,Eve and family,
We have many fond memories of Emily and our times together in college. When Emily introduced us she had no idea that we would en up getting married! Your Christmas cards have ushered in our Christmas season for the past fifty years,and her emails have made us laugh. She was a great gal and we will miss her. Our hearts go out to you at this very difficult time.
Love,
David, Katie, & Leyton Dew
September 28, 2008
Gary & Family,
We are extremely sorry for the passing of Emily this weekend. I know it was a great shock to you all. If there is anything we can do for you, we are just up the cove on Antipoision Creek from you.
Kilmarnock-Irvington-White Stone Rotary Club
September 28, 2008
Dear Gary & Family,
We were shocked to hear of Emily's sudden sickness and passing. We all feel that she was just a much a Rotarian as you were. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult times. Know that your fellow Rotarians of the Kilmarnock-Irvington-White Stone Rotary Club are here to support you.
Susan Godman Rager
September 28, 2008
Emily will be greatly missed by her friends in the Lettice Lee Chapter, National Society Colonial Dames XVII Century. Her interest in history was matched only by her great joy in living every day of her life to the fullest. She was much appreciated for her many talents and her delightful presence. We are fortunate to have known her.
Betsy Daniel
September 28, 2008
I will always miss my dear friend & classmate & recent e-mail pal-she was such a fun friend when we were in Pharmacy School & smart also-Always wanted to know what grade Em made on that latest test-usually the best!What a sad day this sudden event, but we will meet again!Love to the family of a very special lady,Betsy B.Daniel
September 28, 2008
Gary and family:
I am so sadden to learn of the death of my good friend and college classmate. She was a delight and a fun person to be around. I have some wonderful memories of our days together in class and will always cherish them.
God Bless---John Hasty
George Ann Cahen
September 28, 2008
Emily's delightful wit and beautiful smile brought happiness to those around her. She exemplified grace, making this world a better place for all of us.
Stan & Adrienne Heishman
September 28, 2008
Dear Gary, Erin, Eve and the rest of your family. We were so sorry to hear about Emily's passing. We have always been very fond of Emily and enjoyed being around her. She was never one to mince her words, and she made us laugh. We loved her for that. She was always the first one to send out greeting cards. She even sent me a birhtday card this past week which shows how much she was thinking of others even when she herself was so sick. Please accept our deepest condolences and let us know if there is anything we can do to help you throught the grieving process. And Gary, let's plan to see one another more often in the future.
Stan and Adrienne
Larry Day Brooks
September 28, 2008
Emily will be greatly missed by all her family and friends; especially ME !
May she get to see the others from our family that have gone before her.
Love,
Larry
Doris Kidwell
September 28, 2008
She was such a special lady & friend to all of us in the Bridge Group & will be greatly missed. She could always make us laugh. We will stay in touch Gary.
With Love, Doris & Andy Kidwell, Jr.
Cathy and Jim Gagnon
September 28, 2008
To the Ellis and Mayer families,
May God Bless you during your time of sorrow. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna Wilkins
September 28, 2008
Eve, Andy and Elaine -
May the many beautiful memories you shared with your mom, mom-in-law and grandmother sustain you during this sad period, and may God bless you all --- Donna, Gerry, Chelsea and Megan Wilkins
Billie Barnes
September 28, 2008
My friend, my buddy, my good time girl!! What will I do without out you when I spill red wine on your carpet, write on your grandmother's bridge score pad? We have laughed and loved so much in the past years playing bridge.
I will forever love you and your boundless spirit!
I miss you Miss Em!
Billie Barnes
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