Eleanor M. "Ellie" Giles
Eleanor M. "Ellie" Giles
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Ellie was born on November 25, 1933 in Auburn, NY the daughter of Edwin and Evelyn Corbett Mapes. She and Robert Giles were married on Oct. 25, 1952 in Auburn, NY. Ellie was a longtime member of Western Presbyterian Church and devoted member of the church choir. She was a member of the Eastern Star and had served as Matron, Flag Bearer and District Deputy Grand Matron. Ellie had a passion for the Wayne County Fair and served as secretary of the board for many years.
Ellie is predeceased by her parents; husband Robert H. Giles; sisters Marjorie Augustine and Reva Hitchcock and son-in-law Robert Francis. Ellie is survived by her daughter Deborah Francis; sons Roger (Kathy), Richard (Kim), Ronald (Sandy), R. Craig, R. Scott (Noreyda) and R. Dean Giles; sister Ann Lafler; 24 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, 6 great-greatgrandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
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Terry Gilbert
March 9, 2023
Rick, Kim and family, very sorry for your loss.
Prayers and peace sent to all of Ellie's family as you journey through the days ahead.
Terry Gilbert
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