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Ella Phelps Obituary

ELLA PHELPS (Age 63)
Passed on February 26, 2012 of Upper Marlboro, MD. Survived by husband, Charles Phelps; children, John (Brenda) White and Christopher (Lisa) Stewart; one sister, three brothers, six grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends Friday, March 2 at First Baptist Church of Glenarden, 3600 Brightseat Rd., Landover, MD. Visitation at 9:30 a.m.; Service at 11 a.m. Interment Harmony Memorial Park. Arrangements by J.B. JENKINS FUNERAL HOME, INC.

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Published by The Washington Post on Feb. 29, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Ella Phelps

89 Entries

Stepphon Jackson

February 22, 2022

She was the best usher with the biggest smile and always radiate with God's presence even in the Walmart when I saw her their, FBCG was made smaller by her smile.

Betty Gooden

February 22, 2021

I love you Ms. Ella! Because of your faithfulness to God my entire family gave their life to Christ. Thank You so much God for the life of Ella Phelps.

S.L. Sullivan

September 8, 2020

Continue to rest in peace Ella. You were one of the first people I met at First Baptist Church of Glenarden. You were always so kind to me with your beautiful smile and witty personality You will be forever missed and loved.

Mozell Padgett

March 14, 2019

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Robin Redd-Miller

February 22, 2019

Rest in heaven Ella, what a servant, it's a true testament that after all these years since your passing when I enter the First Baptist Church of Glenarden I still remember your service as an usher. Phelps family Ella truly earned her crown and I know she is wearing it well. The impact she left on my life will never be forgotten, your sister in Christ from FBCG.

March 15, 2012

You dear Ella surely will receive a crown of faithfulness! ~jc

Bettie Davis

March 10, 2012

To the Phelps Family -
I was so sorry to hear about the untimely death of Ella. Ella was a dear friend of mine. I really enjoyed working with her at the SEC. Ella always had a smile on her face and a great sense of humor. She was a happy person all of the time. My prayers are with the entire family at this time. Stay strong and let God do the rest.

Bettie Davis

Tamara Washington

March 6, 2012

Words cannot express the love that I have for you...you welcomed me with a warm heart and always knew what to say to help me get my act together. Im having hard that i could not make it to your funeral. You are gone, but not forgotten. I love you and will miss you sooo very much.

Leslie Halsey

March 5, 2012

I just wanted to say that Ms. Ella was partly responsible for my coming back to vist FBCG back in September of 2003. I became a member 2 months later. I came to bible study for the first time in September 2003 and there were no more seats in the sanctuary. Ms. Ella directed me to the over flow room. I went to the overflow, found a seat and was very content with where I was sitting. At the very start of the service Ms. Ella came back to the overflow room to tell me she found a seat for me in the sanctuary. So, I went with her and the seat was in the second row from the front. It impressed me because there were many people at bible study and in the overflow room. In addition, it was kinda of dark in there and Ms. Ella had never seen me before, but she came looking for me anyway. I thought she was humerous and sincere.

Tierra Ballard & Jane Powers

March 4, 2012

Ella, the church is not the same without you! We will miss seeing your big smile as we wait to be seated. You have done a marvelous job here on earth and we pray for your family and loved ones. Continue to be blessed and may you be at peace. God bless

Carla Aikens

March 4, 2012

Mrs. Ella, a one of a kind lady. I didn't know you personally, I was just a familiar face in FBCG. But you always had a smile and a kind word for me whenever I saw you. You made me feel welcomed. And I would be remiss if I didn't say thank you, I will miss you. Rest in Peace.
My condolences to the family and close friends. What a privilege you had to know and love her! Remember all she taught you and what she stood for and though she is gone physically, she will remain with you in your heart. God Bless

Doreatha Bush

March 3, 2012

I am so saddened to just here this. There will never be another usher like Ella Phelps at the First Baptist Church of Glenarden. When I came to church a couple of weeks ago and didn't see you I felt like something was wrong. But I didn't ask anyone where you were. Your presence will be sorely missed. How much you impacted me. You are among the angels now. My sincere condolences are with the family at this time.

March 2, 2012

Miss Ella,
The Carthern Family will miss you greatly. We will always love you.

Monea Abdul-Majeed

March 2, 2012

Dearest Ms. Ella,
Although I have never met you personally, I feel like I've known you for years. You've meant so much to my mom and she spoke of you often..very often. She spoke of "her Ella Bell" in most conversations revolving around jokes, laughs, Avon, and food! You began as her "Avon lady" and was quickly transformed into her friend. When I was away at college, mom would make me order things from your Avon books. You probably never knew this but she was not really into Avon much...she was only into you! Supporting you meant the world to my mom! I am sure that there were many days that you were her motivation to come to work because she could look forward to a wonderful lunch, lots of laughs, and lots of TALKING! Yes, my mom loves to talk as much as you!

I honor you because you taught my mom so much about life and love. You taught her so much about total surrender to God and trusting Him with everything. You taught my mom about giving...the true giving that comes from your heart. I remember her telling me stories of how you gave so much of yourself to help others. One time she spoke of how you gave your car to help another. WOW! I thank you because I also felt your influence through my mom. A happy, well-fed mother equals a happy daughter as well!

It meant the world to my mom to have the privilege of spending your last days with you, serving you in any way she could. You requested her presence, out of everyone you knew and that speaks volumes of the love and friendship you all shared. I called her every evening just to get the "Ella Bell" updates and to see how you were doing. Mom and I prayed for you and for your peace. We are comforted knowing that you have all the peace and love you could ever desire now with God.

Say Hi to my Grandma up there! You and her would make good friends...maybe even start a contest in heaven to see whose up-side down pineapple cake tastes the best...lol

I Love you Ms. Ella.

Sincerly,
Dr. Monea Abdul-Majeed (daughter of Renea Hendricks)

April Martin

March 2, 2012

I am shocked and saddened by the loss of Ms. Ella. I met Ella at a friends house that sang in the choir with me at FBCG. I always picked at Ella about how the ushers would throw their fingers up and how they would seat people. We also joked about Mr. Charles, whom we called "Big C." Ms. Ella, you will definitely be missed. I love you and thank you for befriending me along your life's journey. To the family, please be encouraged by knowing that Ella was a very special lady, who touched alot of lives. She was beautiful! Rest in peace my dear friend...

Diane Hitchens-Steverson

March 2, 2012

Ella, I will never forget you..the many hours we spent on the phone talking,laughing,crying. I'm still waiting for your visit to ATL..I love you and will miss you dearly
Diane Hitchens, Lithonia, Ga

Ernessa Johnson

March 2, 2012

I have just learned of the passing of Mrs. Ella and I am truly in shock right now. I had the pleasure of meeeting her at the SEC a few years ago and she was one of those people you loved to be around. She would stop by with her Avon books and also invite us to lunch that she would cook up. What a wonderful wonderful person, gone to soon. Another angel gone to Heaven. May you Rest in Paradise, Mrs. Ella

Kelly Todd

March 2, 2012

I will truly miss her cheeful spirit and beautiful smile!

March 2, 2012

Ms. Ella has a special place in my heart and in the hearts of those who knew her. I have never met Ms. Charles but I heard a great deal about him during the three years I spent at the SEC. Even while complaining, her love for him was evident.

Her love for Him was likewise evident, even to those not then inclined to "hear" or "see" how His work was being effected through His handmaiden, Ms. Ella.

That her death should bring forth, even in this guestbook, such expressions of love is itself telling tribute to her earthly life. May her memory be eternal.

Pam Davis

March 2, 2012

To the Family,

I am sorry for your loss. Ella's smile and friendly personality will be missed by us all. I pray that God will comfort you during this difficult time.

Vercal Crenshaw

March 2, 2012

My heartfelt condolences to the family. Ella was such a beautiful and caring woman of God.

Zinnie Jones

March 2, 2012

Ms. Ella was one of the first people I met when I joined FBCG. She was warm, friendly, kind, she always had a funny story to tell, we'd laugh and share how things were going. She always made me feel welcome and included. She will missed by all of us.

Lewis Stretch

March 1, 2012

I'm so thankful to have met a special person like Ella. When my mother passed, Ella helped me get through. Her Chrisrlike spirit has surely been a blessing. God bless the Phelps family, and may you find peace that surpasses all understanding.

Larry Headen

March 1, 2012

Young lady...I'm going to miss you dearly....I'm going t miss seeing and hearing you cut up threw the aisles and hallways of the church!!..LOL...thanks for all your talks and thanks for the love you have shown me. I'm so grateful to have known you. I know you are in heaven and cutting up there sho'nuff..LOL I love you Mrs. Ella!!!

Luvetta & Isaiah Tate, Sr.

March 1, 2012

To the Phelps/White Family,

Ms. Ella will be truly missed, as we've known her since attending FBCG over 15 years ago. Her smile and wonderful attitude will be missed. Cherish the memories and take comfort in knowing that she is now with God. Our prayer is that God's love enfolds you during your difficult times and you will heal with the passage of time. Blessings to you all.

Your friends and neighbor,

Pamela Williams

March 1, 2012

Rest In Peace Ella. You have truly touched so many lives.

I'm safely home in Heaven,
Though I know you miss me so.
The love I've alway's felt for you,
within my heart still flows.
My spirit will remain with you
every single day, appearing as a
rainbow or as ocean waves at play.
I'm in the gentle rains that fall,
and in the morning dew.
All you see that's beautiful
reflects my love for you.
I didn't mean to cause you pain,
my time had simply come.
The work that I was meant to do
on earth had all been done.
I'm safely home in Heaven,
where eternal peace is mine.
And where, when God has called you,
too, I'll be forever Thine.

Wanda Thomas

March 1, 2012

I no their is a SPECIAL place their up their Ms. Ella and you are leading the Usher. I will miss you very much. But the SONGS that saids their is a Place in Heaven. RIP. We will miss you.

Rev Michele Williams

March 1, 2012

Ella was a true servant of the Lord. When my Mother was going through breast cancer a few years ago, Ella influenced the Ushers to give my Mother an appreciation dinner at the church to lift her spirits. Ella really loved people.

Betty Gooden

March 1, 2012

I love you Ms. Ella and I know you are so full of joy right now! I am shouting for your victory but I miss you so very much. THANK YOU for all you've done for so many people, not just me. I am so grateful to God that I got to know you for myself and see you in action. I will follow your example and treat everyone I meet with the love of God. Your living was not in vain. God used you to draw me closer to Him because He knew you were willing. Well done Ms. Ella. Well done.

March 1, 2012

Our family has known Ella and her family for many many years and we all consider ourselves as one.

We send our condolences to comfort you day by day as you cry, laugh or whatever your heart may desire you to do as you remember the lost of your loved one that will truly be missed.

Ella may you rest in peace with your beautiful personality.

The Ferrell Family
Washington, DC and Maryland

Betsy Murphy

March 1, 2012

I was lucky to work with Ella when I first started at the Commission. She kept a watchful eye over all of the young accountants, analysts and attorneys in our group and kept us all in line. Besides typing our comment letters and keeping the work flowing, Ella excelled at cooking, storytelling and even matchmaking. She kept tabs on us long after we moved to other offices, always remembering the names and ages of our children. I'll miss Ella's warm heart and fun-loving nature. My sincere sympathy to Ella's family.

Natasha Schultz

March 1, 2012

I knew something was'nt right when I did'nt see Ms. Ella with her favorite cart full of Avon orders or food here at SEC. I cannot believe your gone, I'm still in shock but I'm glad your at peace. To the Phelps family, may god bless you all and give you the strength to get through your loss!! Were gonna miss you so much Ms. Ella at SEC.

Minister Tilla Hall

March 1, 2012

Truly Ms. Ella had the heart of a 'Kingdom Builder' and a true Servant. You fought a good fight Ms. Ella and made this place better. I praise God for your embrace to love others and understanding the meaning of a 'Village'. May God grant the Phelps family comfort in these times.
Blessings...

Mary Ann Kenton

March 1, 2012

My condolences to the Phelps family she will truly be missed. May the lord continue to Bless your Family.

Gordon Allison

March 1, 2012

Ella was awesome! I had the joy of working with Ella for a little over 2 years in the banking group of the Division of Corporation Finance at the SEC. She was kind, thoughtful and positive. She shared her faith through her actions and her words. There was never a day when Ella did not show kindness and courtesy. She made a difference in my life and the lives of many people. Without question, her life on this Earth was significant. Much love, peace and hope to Ella's family as they recognize her legacy and celebrate her life knowing she is now in the presence of God, through her relationship with Christ Jesus surrounded by the perfect love of the Holy Spirit! Gordon Y. Allison (Bentonville/Fayetteville, AR)

Patricia Banson

March 1, 2012

I am truly saddened to hear of your recent loss and would like to express my sincere condolences to you and your family on the recent passing of Mrs. Ella. She was such an amazing person who touched the lives of many. I can only imagine how difficult this must be for you. I hope that you find courage and strength to bear this irreparable loss. Mrs. Ella will be forever missed.

Ruby Thornton

March 1, 2012

Ms. Ella you are definitely going to be missed. I'll never forget you finding me on Facebook. Oh the laughs we shared about that and then the conversations we had about ushering at FBCG. You always looked out for me and my children whenever we were away. I am truly going to miss your smile and cheeriness. I'm going to keep my promise to you. Even though I know you won't be there with me when I do it, I know you'll be in my heart. As we used to say years ago, "May the Lord watch between me and thee when we are absent from another until we meet again. Amen."

Sandra Minor

March 1, 2012

Ella, I can't believe you are gone. What a great friend you have been over the years. I'm glad I had the opportunity to visit with you last week and say my good-byes. I will miss you so much. To the Family, you are in my prayers. May God comfort you at this time.

B. Waits

March 1, 2012

I worked with Ella for over 12 at the SEC. She had a such a generous spirit and warm smile. May she rest with the Lord.

Jim Overdahl

March 1, 2012

I am so sorry to learn of Ella's passing. I enjoyed working with her at the SEC and always looked forward to those times when she cooked up a storm for the entire staff. No event--holidays, birthdays, engagements, or retirements went unobserved by Ella. She would always make sure there was at least one cake on hand for these occasions. She was a caring person and a joy to be around.

Jay Lang

March 1, 2012

Ella, I stiill can't believe you're gone so soon. You were one of my very best friends during my years ar Smooth Jazz 105.9 in Washington DC, through the launch of Smooth Jazz America Radio and up through my current position as Station Manager of 88.1 WHOV in Hampton, Virginia.. The way you used to practically run to me when we saw each other in church at FBCG brought a big smile to my face and made my heart sing. You were truly my BIGGEST FAN! My heart is still aching from losing you and I hope the tears I shed upon hearing the news were felt as you transition to be with our heavenly father. Although previous commitments will not make it possible for me to be at your homegoing, know that I love you and will continue to strive for success because I know you'd expect nothing less. To the family, I Loved Ella Very Much. She was truly my friend. You can't say that about many people. Ella was one of a kind. May GOD ease the pain of your loss. Remember to hold on to the good times, her loving smile, warm heart and joy she brought to so many lives. GOD Thank You For Blessing Me With the friendship of Ella Phelps.

T. Davis

March 1, 2012

May you find comfort in knowing that Ms. Ella is at peace. My condolences to the Phelps family, may the Lord continue to give you strength during this difficult time.

Robin Redd-Miller

March 1, 2012

My heartfelt condolences to the Phelps family. I was greeted by Ella's beautiful smile when I joined the First Baptist Church of Glenarden and her beautiful smile went right along with her beautiful personality. God Bless you all for sharing her. Her gift to usher was a gift from the Lord. I will contiune to lift the family up in prayer.

Shirley Henderson

March 1, 2012

I truly cannot wrap my arms around the fact that you left us so quickly; however, I can find peace in knowing that you are resting comfortably with your Lord and Savior. You will truly be missed. My condolences to the Phelps family.

Shirley Henderson

March 1, 2012

I truly cannot wrap my arms around the fact that you left us so quickly; however, I can find peace in knowing that you are resting comfortably with your Lord and Savior. You will truly be missed.

Verngina Smith

March 1, 2012

To the Phelps family, I pray the peace of God will rest upon you as Ms. Ella is resting in our Father's arms. I truly miss talking with her at the SEC, eating lunch with her and her beautiful smile. I love you Ms. Ella! Rest on!

D Martin

March 1, 2012

My condolences to the family. I will miss Ella. She was such a warm presence in First Baptist and willing to go the extra mile to accommodate you as an usher. Rest in peace Ella.

Earnest & Denise Hicks

March 1, 2012

Ms. Ella, as she was affecttionately known, will truly be missed by me and my husband. One Sunday during service we told her about our up coming nupitals and she started dancing and smiling to the point my husband called her his dancing usher. I have missed ushering with her and talking to her on the phone during day when we both should be working. She had a spirit/smile that would light up a room and a gift for gabbing (smile). To her son, John, thank you for allowing me to spend time with you mom 2 weeks ago; I was looking forward to visiting her this Friday. Charles thank you for sharing Ella with me at church and on the phone. The Angels are rejoicing and she is bending the Lord's ear (smile). We know God is in control and has His loving arms around the family to comfort them during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you now and always.

Maxine Mack

March 1, 2012

I started working with Ms Ella in 2003 at the SEC and what an adventure for me. I got to taste her fine cooking and was priviledge to her telling many funny stories that would leave me laughing and crying. Even though we had our ups and downs and agreeing to disagree as sisters (in Christ) do, we got along. I will you miss you and Thanks for being a part and playing a role in my life.

Sheila Hawkins

March 1, 2012

To the Phelps Family:
My prayers go out to all of you. Thanks for sharing Ella with us. I could always count on hearing words of wisdom from Ella. There was never a dull moment when you were around her. She showed us a big smile all the time, so imagine what the Lord is seeing now! Amen and may God continue to bless everyone!

Erica Carroll

March 1, 2012

Ms.Ella you will be missed so much,your memory will stay forever..You were my church mom, always made my day..Love you Always...

Phyllis Brown-Ramsey

March 1, 2012

God reached down and picked another flower from his Garden!!! I worked with Ella at the SEC,worshipped with her at FBCG, as well as serving on the Usher Board with her. Words can't describe our friendship. Yes, she's now walking through the shadow of......And he is walking with her!!! R.I.P. MY FRIEND!!!

Venita Hall

March 1, 2012

No matter how you try to prepare yourself, you are truly never prepared when you lose someone that you truly care about and love. I will miss Ella so much. Ella, Mozell, Tracey and myself we had some of the best times at the SEC. Laughing until we were hurting. I will truly miss Ella but will never forget her.

Maxine Woodland

March 1, 2012

Ella was highly regarded and much loved by her colleagues at the SEC. Condolences to the Phelps family.
Maxine Woodland

William Covington

March 1, 2012

Our Deepest Condolences to the Phelps Family. Pastor William & Julia Covington and the Grace Cathedral Family.

March 1, 2012

Ella - my husband and I are going to miss you! You always greeted us with a big smile and some smart talk. Rest in peace.

Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Tolson

Donald, Lydia, & Donalyn Bass

February 29, 2012

Ella you will be truly missed. We looked forward to seeing your pleasant smile as you always cheerfully assisted us in finding a seat at FBCG. You were such a warm and wonderful person to be around. May God comfort your family.

DeBorah Heyward

February 29, 2012

Ella, I missed you before you went home to be with the lord and I am blessed that I was able to talk to you before you went home with the Lord. I will remember the hours we have sat in the church parking lot talking and your words of encouragement will always be with me. Mr. Phelps may God bless you for sharing your Angel with me. God bless the Phelps Family. Love in Christ DeBorah

Gloria Boone

February 29, 2012

U will truly be missed @ FBCGLENARDEN. U always made sure I had a seat up front! I will miss your smiling face and conversations! My prayers goes out for your family. We love u Mrs. Ella??

Kelly Turner

February 29, 2012

You are missed, Ella. My prayers are with the family.

Marsha Reynolds

February 29, 2012

Ella will be sorely missed by everyone whos life she touched. RIP Ella

Sylvia Johnson

February 29, 2012

Ella was a special person to the Johnson Family.To her sons. Thank-you for letting me spend time with her last Monday. May God give you peace during this difficult time. We loved her dearly, Sylvia and Fred Johnson

Stepphon Jackson

February 29, 2012

Ms. Ella was a wonderful person who smile all the time she was the Best Usher I have meet in a long time her smile was infectious. I never knew her name just her smiling face and we would talk if I saw her at Walmart etc. She was truly a welcoming sight and It just occurred to me that I had to seen her. I am very positive that the Angels are rejoicing and ushering her right on in the Heaven. Family be blessed and GOD always has a plan!

FBCG member Mr. & Mrs. Michael Jackson

Michelle Simmons

February 29, 2012

Mrs. Ella, I will miss your smiling face and kind words at FBCG. To the family, I pray that you will lean on God and let Him comfort and give you peace during this difficult time.

Cheryl Brown

February 29, 2012

Rest in peace Ms. Ella. Thanks for your service. God please comfort her family.

Cynthia Jackson-SEC

February 29, 2012

My deepest sympathy. Ella was wonderful and to be in her presence was just pure joy. There was never a dull moment when she was around. We talked much trash in the hallways of SEC. Ella is one person that will truly be missed. May God Bless you during this time.

LaQuita Barnett

February 29, 2012

Ella was truly a beautiful person and expressed her love by making others happy. The loving memories of Ella will remain forever in my heart. To the Family - Hold tight to loving memories, draw strength from those that are close and dear, and know that Ella is looking down and "smiling" upon us.

Cookie

Bethany Lynn

February 29, 2012

I find it difficult to believe you are really gone but I know you wouldn't trade places with us for anything! Love and miss you forever and a day. Keeping Mr. Charles and the rest of the family lifted in prayer....

Arhlene Hawkins

February 29, 2012

I'm sure going to miss you!!!!!!!!!! R.I.P. girly!!!!!!!!

Melissa Kimps

February 29, 2012

You will be truly missed by many people at the SEC. You have touched so many lives. I am praying for your family in their time of bereavement. Godspeed Ella!! Love you.

Deidra Williams

February 29, 2012

Coming to church I always felt the sense of familiarity when seeing your welcoming guidance when being seated. Then I realized we worked with the same office one year and I felt blessed to know I had a co-worker who worshiped and served at my home church. I am sad that I will not see your frequent smile, but I know God blessed us with the gift of you for a season, and your time came to return to Him. May God bless ALL the immediate Family of Ella Phelps as well as the church family. You have been lifted in my prayers.
With My Sincerest Sympathy.

James Rose

February 29, 2012

Ms Ella, as I called her would always encourage me before the start of our 6:30 service. Once, when I was unsure of the effect of my ministry, she came up to me and said " You always encourage me when you go before the people and minister". That gave me confirmation. She ALWAYS made me feel special...ALWAYS-

Sonya Cruse

February 29, 2012

She was such a beautiful person. Everytime I walked in FBCG she would say hello to me. I was so sad on Sunday all day when I heard from Pastor Jenkins that she was gone. I had just seen her a few weeks before at church. She was the best usher in the world. Heaven has gained a truly wonderful person. God doesn't make mistakes and I pray that the family can be encouraged and know that she was loved by the entire FBCG family..

February 29, 2012

Miss you my friend. Will always remember the good times we had. Family know that you are in my prayers. RIP Ella

Betty Perry

February 29, 2012

Ella I know you are at peace now and may God bless your family doing this time.
Betty Perry @ SEC

Olaolu Adewole

February 29, 2012

Thank you Sister Ella Phelps for your faithful service to the FBCG church family, the many kind things and words you gave to my family, your consistent encouragement and support during my low seasons. You were a great example of Christlikeness. You served the least and the greatest without difference. Rest in Peace in your Lord's bossom. You lived Colossians 3:23-24 - And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance;. Without a doubt your reward is great. May God comfort your family.

Harvey & Victorianne Walton

February 29, 2012

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Sandy Simpkins

February 29, 2012

Ma Ella is what I called you. A beautiful person with a beautiful spirit, and one that loved her family. I am going to miss you asking me for my Lemon Pound Cake. May the love and peace of God be with you.

Simme Williams

February 29, 2012

She was a very special person and will be missed by everyone who knew her. She was so kind and full of laughter. To the family, please know that she was so very special and be encouraged by her faithfulness and the love she showed to all.

Mozell Padgett

February 29, 2012

Ella and I work together so many years and was such a great friend of mine, when she was in your present there was never dull moment. We had some many good laughs and memories that I will never forget and will always love her.

Almera Carroll

February 29, 2012

Ella had a wonderful personality and smile. You remain in our heats. Rest in Peace.

Betty Steward

February 29, 2012

The love and kindness we are given by those who mean so much become a part of us. May beautiful memories bring you comfort at this difficult time.

Broc Romanek

February 29, 2012

Ella was one of the secretaries in the banking group when I first started at the SEC out of law school in '88. And Ella ran the place. With her great wit, she was always entertaining us. Her desk geographically was in the center of the group - so you joked around constantly with Ella throughout the day. But more importantly, Ella spoke to all of our loved ones as this was in the era before voicemail (and computers) and she knew more about our personal lives than we did! For a while, I dated someone down in Chapel Hill and Ella - hailing from North Carolina - got to know her so well that they remained friends even after we broke up! I remember Ella telling many loving stories about her husband Charles and her two children, as well as her fabulous cooking adventures. She will be missed.

Here is a picture of Ella in the midst of a banking pod party in '90: http://www.thecorporatecounsel.net/nonMember/PhotoGallery/02.htm.

Velma Booker

February 29, 2012

Ella was a beautiful person and she always had such a wonderful smile for everyone. She will surely be missed by all.

Velda Skelton

February 29, 2012

Ella, Never Alone Bible reading: Isaiah 40:29-31, Dear God, thank You for always being with me friendship, In Jesus's name. Amen I will alway miss you so much tear crying and love ya again forever friendship.

Velda Skelton, Washington, DC-SEC!

Seretha Pearsall

February 29, 2012

Ella was a WONDERFUL human being and GREAT crusader for Christ. Many here at the SEC have missed her... the good news is she is now resting from her labor. To the family, Ms. Ella was love which I know you have benefitted from all these years. May you be comforted with the many memories you shared and by the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ during this time. Love you much

Gladys and Seretha Pearsall

February 29, 2012

May you rest in peace, you had a heart like gold, I only knew you for a short period of time but it seem like forever. I will never forget the big smile that you always had.

Joyce

Martina Wright

February 29, 2012

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Angie Barksdale

February 29, 2012

Mission complete. Lord, we thank you for the committment that Ella gave us to serve, and she did it well. Hearfelt condolences goes to the family. What a legacy to follow !!

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