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RALPH ELLIS Obituary
On Sunday, December 12, 2010, Ralph, 90, of South Park. Beloved husband of 61 years to Margaret (Girman) Ellis; father of David (Sheryl) Ellis of Colorado and the late Patty Ellis and Carol Hackett; father-in-law of James Hackett; also survived by nine grandchildren; brother of C. Robert (Eliza) Ellis of Florida; Agnes (Lloyd) Smith of Washington, PA, Marie (Ray) Young of California, Ruth Carlisle of Washington, PA., Frances (Harry) Reese of Lone Pine, PA. and the late Anna Mary Grimm and Thomas Ellis. Ralph grew up in Wolfdale, PA; son of the late Clarence and Mary Ellen (Lodge) Ellis, served with the 8th Air Force in the ETO during WWII, president of three different Rotary Clubs and District Governor of District 7300 (formerly District 730) in 1975 - 1976. After retiring from the Carnegie Office of Bell Telephone Co., Ralph became an avid golfer. He loved golfing with his buddies and never had a bad game as long as there was one good hole. He was involved in many civic and sport activities. Member of American Legion Post 173 in Washington, PA. Services and Interment private. Please no flowers. Consideration for memorial gifts to Pittsburgh Amateur League (PAHL), c/o Rose Hoffman, Treasurer, 236 Jill Drive, Pittsburgh, PA. 15236. Arrangements by GRIFFITH MORTUARY, INC., (412) 655-4400.
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David "Gus" Ellis
January 27, 2011
My Dad Ralph was one-of-a-kind and I always thought I was the luckiest kid (and later the luckiest adult) to have him for a father. He's playing the old St. Peters course now and relishing the birdies. You're the best, Dad, and someday your friends and I will be enjoying your laughs and friendly competition again.
December 23, 2010
Thoughts and prayers from friends at Dorido's.
John Morgan
December 19, 2010
The entire Ellis Family has my deepest sympathy. I had the great honor to help Ralph with the Rotary Youth Leadership Conference that he started for high school juniors. During the over 30 years of the program, hundreds of students became better leaders because of his program. God Bless, Ralph Ellis: he is in my heart forever!
Al Sekela
December 18, 2010
Ralph's warmth, kindness, and the scientific advances from Bell Labs he shared will remain my fondest memories.
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December 18, 2010
We did not always agree, but Ralph was a dedicated Rotarian who practiced and lived "service above self". May he rest in His Peace. Bob Arbuckle,PDG
December 16, 2010
Marge,
I was sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. I spent a lot of time working with Ralph and his buddies, Judge Brosky and Bob Brindley, on the Youth Leadership Conference and have many fond memories of those times at Linden Hall. It was an honor to have Ralph as a member of the Carnegie-Collier Rotary Club and on behalf of the entire Club, I offer you and your family our condolences.
Sue Kelly, DGE
2011-2012
District 7300
December 15, 2010
I will miss Ralph, I enjoyed his company and especially the fun times we had being marshalls at USGA events. A truly wonderful person, he will be missed. My condolences to all his family and friends. Everett (Rett) Smith, Phoenix, AZ ( formerly of Bridgeville, Pa)
Darla Kash
December 15, 2010
Marge & Family-
So sorry to hear of your loss-I will miss his wonderful humor. I have you in my thoughts. Darla Kash & Family
Joe and Lori Rutter
December 15, 2010
We will miss Ralph's smile and laugh. He always was a joy to be around on the golf course. We will miss his stories and friendship.
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