Katoya "Toby" Ellington
Katoya "Toby" Ellington, 77, of Evansville, passed away Sunday, June 5, 2011 at Deaconess Hospital. She was born March 1, 1934 in Evansville, IN.
Toby and her husband, Duke, were Roller Dancing Champions in 1969 and 1970. They later turned pro and taught roller skating lessons at Burdette Park.
She graduated from Reitz High School in 1952, retired from Red Spot Paint Company, and attended St. James West United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Eastern Star and White Shrine.
Toby was an avid Reitz football fan and member of the Big Blue Boosters. She enjoyed watching hers sons and grandsons umpire baseball and rarely missed a game.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, Lawrence W. "Duke" Ellington Sr. in 1990; son, Michael Ellington in January 2011; sister, Woanita Cluck; and brother, Daniel Frantz.
Toby is survived by son, Larry Wayne Ellington (Dee); daughter-in-law, Linda Ellington; grandsons, Chris Ellington (Teresa), Larry E. Ellington (Kasie Conner), Joe Ellington; granddaughters, Keesha Ellington, Stacie McCrary; great-grandchildren, Brianna Ellington, Larzen Ellington, Emmalee Conner; sisters, Erma Martin, Irene Franks (Bill), Shiela Beasley, Gwen Robinson (Bob), Janet Baker (Larry); brothers, Robert Frantz (Vicki), Doug Frantz (Margery), James Frantz (Marilyn), Kevin Frantz, and Hershel Frantz (Elaine); several nieces and nephews.
Services will be 11:00 AM Thursday, June 9, 2011 at Alexander West Chapel, officiated by Rev. Gene Backes, with burial in Alexander Memorial Park. Friends may visit from 2:00 to 8:00 PM Wednesday, June 8th and from 10:00 AM until service time Thursday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Big Blue Boosters, PO Box 6272 Station B, Evansville, IN 47712.
Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderWestChapel.com

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Published by Courier Press on Jun. 7, 2011.

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Charlene Ethridge

June 11, 2011

Larry and Kasie, was so sorry to hear of the loss of your Grandmother. We didn't get to meet her, but I know from reading the other messages that she must have been great. Our hearts go out to you and your Mom. She will be waiting for us with big hugs I'm sure. Love you Mammaw and Pappaw Ethridge.

Ron West

June 10, 2011

Dear Wayne and family,
Toby and Duke were special people and neighbors, whose memories I’ll always treasure. Roller skating and stock car races were some of the fun your parents shared with me and so many others. May pleasant memories of them fill your hearts.

With deepest sympathy,

June 10, 2011

To Katoya's family,
So sorry for your loss. Toby was one of my classmates at Reitz. We sat at the same table at our last high school reunion. God Bless your Family.

Joyce (Nau) Wiles

June 7, 2011

Linda And Family,
Im so sad to read about Tobys' passing. I loved her and Duke like they were an extension of my family. I'll alway remember the many nights at Burdette Park skating with them and you and Mike. So much fun was had. She will be greatly missed. Your in my thoughts & prayers. Love Lisa Goad-Brothers

June 7, 2011

To the Ellington family, we are so sorry to hear of Grandma Toby's passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow, peace be with all of you, knowing she is at rest!! Our love, Jerry and Lolita Conner

Dean Hamby

June 7, 2011

To the Ellington family--

So sorry to see that Latoya has passed away. My family attended Mill Road Baptist Church for many years & we were friends of The Lutrell family. My Daughter, Belinda Hamby is a long time friend of Sue.

Having lost Belinda`s Mom in 2005 & my second Wifw a year ago, I do know how to & will pray for your family during this DIFFICULT time.

Godspeed Latoya & God bless the family

Dean Hamby

Jeannie Coomes

June 7, 2011

Rip u r loved and will be missed

Madge Staley

June 6, 2011

Aunt Toby we will miss you so much.. I love you more than you will ever know..
Wayne and family my thoughts and prayers are with all of you..
She is home with Uncle Lawrence.. 2 of my favorite people..Love you.

June 6, 2011

I will miss you so much. Football games will not be the same without a hug from you. With true feelings of Love for you, God is with you now. Love Les Schmitt

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