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William Ellis Obituary

William "Wilbur" Ellis, Sr.

HYDE PARK - William "Wilbur" Ellis, Sr., 78, of New Paltz and formerly of Hyde Park, died suddenly Wednesday, November 21, 2012 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center. Born in Clintondale on March 2, 1934, he was the son of William Ellis and Anna Oliver. Bill was married to Helen Ellis who predeceased him in 1996.

Bill was employed by the Dutchess County Department of Public Works for over 30 years and retired in 1989. He also worked part time for the US Postal Service and most recently for Jack Haverty Auto Parts.

He enjoyed camping with his camping friends, and spending time with his family.

Bill is survived by his 6 children; Linda Rotella and her husband Ronald of Poughkeepsie, William Ellis Jr. and his wife Stephanie of Hyde Park, Vickie Traver of Poughkeepsie, Debra Knauss and her husband Philip of Hyde Park, Thomas Ellis and his wife Donna of Hyde Park and Missie Potter of Hyde Park; his companion Marjorie Moshier of New Paltz and his 2 stepsons, Thomas and Michael Moshier; and many grandchildren,great grandchildren,nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his 2 sisters, Marjorie and Beulah Rhodes.

Visitation will be Monday, November 26 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at Parmele, Auchmoody and Schoonmaker Funeral Home, 110 Fulton Ave., Poughkeepsie. Funeral services will

be held on Tuesday, November 27 at 10 from the funeral home. Interment will follow in Union Cemetery, Hyde Park.

If you would like to sign a guest book for Bill, please visit www.HudsonValleyFuneralHomes.com

Published by Poughkeepsie Journal from Nov. 24 to Nov. 26, 2012.
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Hey marge and to all. I am sorry to hear about ur loss he was a awsome guy we will miss him a lot

Brad Greene

December 14, 2012

Marge and all the Ellis Family. I am truly sorry about the loss of Bill. He was a Good man and will be missed. He was a Dear friend.
Deeply saddened R.I.P. my brother
Jerry and Day

December 11, 2012

I will always miss my uncle Billy

Patrick Imperati

December 5, 2012

dad you are the love of our life. you gave us strength,courage,hope, but most of all love we all have our special memories and you will be in our hearts forever until we meet again love you and tell mom we love her and miss her too

December 3, 2012

martha meyer

December 1, 2012

u and your family are in our thoughts Bill was a great man and always loved his smile he will be missed love David and Dee Smith and family

November 28, 2012

RIP Uncle Billy u are never forgotten ..

Heather Rowe

November 27, 2012

Linda,Marge and Family,
The McCarthy sends condolences.May he rest in Peace AMEN

The McCarthy Family

November 27, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with Marge and all Bills family..Bill was one hell of a guy..always ear to ear smile..had a heart of gold a good sense of humor..he sure is gonna be missed by many..he may be gone but never be forgotten..R.I.P BILL we luv you and Anthony says luv you other poppy :( god needed a good Angel and he sure chose the best..and he will Always be walking aside you ..he is now ur guardian Angel

Betty miller Anthony Moshier

November 26, 2012

To the Ellis Family I am truly sorry for your loss.

Debbie Morse

November 26, 2012

~God Bless You my friend Greatly. You are loved & cherished.You Will never be forgotton Wilbur. God Bless Your Family & im very sorry for your loss~

julie 9g auto parts

November 26, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Becky Burns

November 26, 2012

Our prayers are with the entire family at this time of loss. Sincerely, Dr & Mrs. Basciano

November 26, 2012

Linda, Billy, Vicky, Deb, Tommy and Missy,I am so sorry for your loss. Your Dad always had encouraging words. Deb, he knew more than we thought. I am so great full to have known him,Love all you guys!!

Robin, Beneway

November 25, 2012

I worked with Wilbur at Haverty's. He was always so good natured, just a great guy to be around. He always spoke of his family and going camping. My condolences to all of you.

Hilda Van Vliet

November 25, 2012

I will miss you uncle bill. Rest in peace.

Wallace Plass

November 25, 2012

R.I.P. Wilbur. You are a great man that is gonna be dearly loved and missed.

Joe Day & Family

November 25, 2012

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Day

November 25, 2012

In the short time we knew him he was a bundle of laughs.Met him through the Peluso;s He will be missed by all

Leon and Penny Folmsbee

November 25, 2012

To the Ellis family, our sincere condolences..Bill was a great person and will be missed. We are sorry for your loss.

Sissy Plass and family

November 25, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss.
Linda there is an Angel looking out for you.

Edie Gallo

November 25, 2012

I love ya Uncle Bill

Lori Burns

November 24, 2012

Rip bill

Dennis Secor

November 24, 2012

To the entire family..my sincere condolences for Bill passing away...we have many wonderful memories of him. May he be surrounded by his loved ones that went before him. Love to you all.

Sharon Secor

November 24, 2012

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. HE WAS A GREAT FRIEND . TARANTINO FAMILY

November 24, 2012

Love you Pa-Pa. We will miss you always!

kylie,gavin and aiden plass

November 24, 2012

My heart goes out to you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Melinda Pearson

November 24, 2012

Marge,words can not express what a great loss this is. Bill was a kind and gentle man who loved his family and friends. Take comfort in knowing that Bill loved you and you made him happy. You were brought together after suffering loss and both found love and happiness again. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Love Lori, Mike,Kaitlyn, and Larissa.

Lori Kelsey/ Mike Kastner

November 24, 2012

he was a great guy and will be missed

robert elmendorf

November 24, 2012

Yes he will be missed, Was a good man!Hard to beleive.

Marty Meyer

November 24, 2012

Tommy,Donna,Marge and family, We were so sad to hear about Bills passing. We were just recently talking about all the great times we had together up at Camp Waubeeka. He sure did keep us laughing. We will miss both his jokes and his laughter.We love you all.

Dawn & Russ Decker

November 24, 2012

RIP u will be missed by all marge my heart goes out to you. he was a great man ,friend, and help everyone.sorry for your lose.

rose m doty

November 24, 2012

Donna I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father-in-law. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Lori May

November 24, 2012

Phil and I are so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and Prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Love,
Lucy and Phil

November 24, 2012

Vickie and the Ellis Family I'm so sorry about your Dad. He was truly a wonderful man he will be missed by so many. He touched so many people's lives he will always be in our heart's. my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Colleen Anson-Lovelace

November 24, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Harold Tarantino

November 24, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We have many great memories of your Dad at Grandma Corey's.

Nancy & Burt Hicks

November 24, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Many memories of your Dad at Grandma Corey's.

Nancy & Burt Hicks

November 24, 2012

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

JUDY&WARREN ROGERS

November 24, 2012

Ray and I are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kathy Storms

November 24, 2012

Vickie and family,

So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He was a great man who always had a smile on his face and a permanent twinkle in his eyes. Never had a bad word to say about anyone. I remember when Danielle & Tarynn were growing up he and Helen always made us feel like part of the family. He is an angel now, forever looking out for you.

Sue Byrd

November 24, 2012

So sorry to hear about our prays are will you he will be missed. If you need Margie give me a call Jen & Guy Hoag

November 24, 2012

We are so sorry to hear about your loss,it is hard to believe.We always enjoyed being around both of you. He was so happy,always laughing and telling jokes,he will be missed.

Raymond, Pauline ,(ray-ray) Kelsey

November 23, 2012

sorry to hear about your loss our prayers are with you he will be missed

guy griffin

November 23, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you
What a shock....Bill was so nice we
loved talking to him and listen to his
little jokes. whenever we saw him he would say "did I tell this joke about", we will miss his smile, his love for everyone.....Marge words cannot express our feelings ..so very very sorry......
Lake 11 Bill & Delores

Bill & Delores Stepney

November 23, 2012

Please accept our most deepest condolences. Big Bill will forever hold a very special place in our hearts. Sincerely Dan & Sharon Wasvary

Dan Wasvary

November 23, 2012

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