Walter Ellis Obituary

Walter Ellis Born Sep. 1924 in Owasso, MI, Walter passed away Sunday, Dec. 26, 2010 in Lansing, MI. Graduating Wayland High School class of 1942, Walter worked for Michigan Bell until his retirement over 35 years later. He volunteered at Ingham Regional Medical Center Greenlawn Campus for over 20 years and volunteered at Unity Spiritual Renaissance Church as well as other churches. He loved to play Cribbage with his family and ballroom dance. He joined the Army; serving during WWII, then joined the Naval Reserves and was called into action during the Korean War. In 1964 he once again joined the Naval Reserves where he served for 20 years. He was a member of NERA and served as their treasurer. Walter is preceded in death by his first wife Jean (Birdsall); second wife Gloria (Ralyla), and his parents Walter & Lois Ellis. He is survived by his daughters Jeri (Chuck) Palmer, Tracey (Doug) Dalton; grandchildren Richard (Michelle) Kempker, Michael (MaryAnn) Kempker, Erika (Mike) Nahal, Jenny (Cory) Butts; 10 great-grandchildren, brothers Bob (Mona) Ellis, Rozwell (Sue) Ellis; sisters Pauline Bouck, Betty Molter; and numerous nieces and nephews. The Funeral Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 30, 2010, at Tiffany Funeral Home, 3232 W. Saginaw, officiated by Rev. Kathryn DeMougin, followed by interment at Deepdale Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-8 Wednesday and one-hour prior to the service Thursday. Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.tiffanyfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Walter's name to Unity Spiritual Renaissance Church.

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Dec. 28, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Walter Ellis

14 Entries

Michael Kempker

January 10, 2011

The hole of emptiness still sits here reminding me of what you meant to me. Learning to live without you is hard but I promissed to take the controls and I will. Even though you did not have a son to carry on your Ellis name, I am pround to say that I am part of the Ellis clan. Britney has her Air Force Academy interview this Friday. If she chooses this route, she to will understand how much of an honor it is to share this history with you. We miss you greatly. We love you very much.

MARY DOMSCHOT

December 29, 2010

Dear Jeri and family, So sorry to hear of your dad's death. He was one of the nicest men I have ever met. He will be missed. I send my love and prayers.

Richard Kempker Jr.

December 29, 2010

I felt great sadness upon hearing of the death of Walt. He was my father-in-law for 17 years and in that time I learned a great deal about what a truly great caring man he was. Walt will be eternally missed by everyone who ever met him and will leave an emptiness in those who never knew him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Patrica & Leonard (Lash) LeRoux

December 29, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mark Ellis

December 28, 2010

JeriAnn and Tracey. You captured your Dad's warmth and committment to his family, country, co workers, and community. He will be missed but will remain in our hearts forever.

Larry Brown

December 28, 2010

To the family of Walter Ellis,

I was honored to have worked with Walt
for many years at Michigan Bell,he had
a vast resource of information that he
would share with anyone that was interested.
The chief will be greatly missed, but be assured that once he is piped on board their telephone system will work properly.

December 28, 2010

So sorry to hear of Walter's passing, He will be missed at the Information desk, and as a volunteer at Ingham.
Betty Patterson, President
Ingham Volunteers.

Sandy and MIke Darling

December 28, 2010

Dear Jeri and Family,
Mike and I were so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Sounds like it was very sudden and unexpected. Losing one we love is so hard, especially at holiday time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. God bless you.

Helen Miller and Family

December 28, 2010

Doug, Tracy and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. If you need anything don't hesitate to call us. God bless you at this difficult time.

Jacquelyn Jackson

December 28, 2010

Very sorry to hear of your lost of Walt Ellis, he was very nice person, whom I had the pleasure to meet when he worked for Michigan Bell.

Robyn and Chuck Parsons

December 28, 2010

Words can not express the sorrow we have in our hearts today. Time slips by so fast that we sometimes forget about the memories that we share...the family gatherings..the Christmases past. We will miss you Uncle Walt. May God bless and keep you.

December 28, 2010

I am sorry to hear about Walter's passing. I work at Ingham Regional Medical Center and always enjoyed visiting with him.
Esther

Michael Kempker

December 28, 2010

"Permission to come aboard" this is the time when I wish your request was denined. I still needed to say so much to you. The greatest ship has left port without a simple hug or goodbye. I will never get a chance to express what you mean to me and this family. Steer the boat well. Stand tall and proud of what you have done down here. There is an Airman where you are headed. He has been there for a little while send him our love and tell him we miss him. I love you Grandpa. I guess it is my turn to take the con and stand the post for awhile. I will do my best, stand tall, and stand proud. Anchors Away.

Love
Michael

David Brown

December 28, 2010

enjoyed serving with Chief Ellis, he was a very devoted man.

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