Ellis Lotridge Elliot

1933 - 2022

ELLIOTT, Ellis Lotridge

January 22, 1933 - January 16, 2022

Born to Albert & Gladys Elliot in Imperial, Saskatchewan. We thought our love could keep you with us, but God must have needed you more. My heart went with you when you were taken out the door.

Left to cherish fond memories of Ellis are his wife, Florence of 65 years; sons Darrell (Diane), and Hal (Marilyn); grandsons Michael, and Marty (Samantha); granddaughters Carrie (Matt) Tapp, Tracy (Travis) Landels, and Kendra; great-grandchildren Dylan and Arya Tapp, Peyton and Avery Landels, Jules Letain, and Szeth Elliott. He is survived by brother Barry Elliott; sister Verna Clary; and many nephews and nieces.

Predeceased by parents Albert & Gladys, daughter Gladys, and siblings Sharon Bushko, Arlene Lucyk, Keith Elliott, and Beverly Moffat.

Many years of Ellis' life were spent cattle and grain farming. In 1971, Ellis & Florence moved their family from Balcarres, Saskatchewan to the farm near Cromer. The rural community welcomed them, and great friends were made with neighbours and through square dancing with the Cromer Clippers. Ellis always had a love for draft horses which he used for daily chores up until retirement. Upon retirement from the farm, Ellis & Florence bought a house and moved into Virden in 2001. He continued his active lifestyle and could be found curling, golfing, watering town flower beds, and walking for coffee once or twice daily. Sunday was the day to relax and attend church. You could find Ellis in the stands of every 4-H show watching his three granddaughters. He was also a Virden Fair supporter with his love for draft horses. He enjoyed building puzzles, stoking his wood stove, and heading out to help at the farm when he was needed.

We will surely miss your pokes and prods and even your rough demeanour, but we know you were soft-hearted. Pure joy could be seen in your eyes as you watched your great-grandchildren grow over the last eight years.

Carscadden Funeral Chapel - Virden in care of arrangements

Thank You

A heartfelt thanks to the residents and staff at Princess Lodge for the support while Ellis, our family, and myself have been trying to cope with Ellis having ALS.

Thanks to paramedics, Dr. Fitzgerald, and nurses for your care and compassion. Special thanks to the nurses who brought me home the night, also the one that was with us on his final day.

Thanks to those who brought me baking, chocolates, flowers, gift cards, and visits for coffee.

Rev. Liz for visits and the very fitting service.

Thanks musicians, choir, helping hands, caretakes, Carscaddens, and Flower Attic.

- Florence and family