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David Ellis Obituary
He was born on Sept. 23, 1939, in New Castle to the late Edwin Lumley Ellis and Floretta Mae (Pollock) Ellis.
David was a graduate of Slippery Rock High School.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, where he served as a specialist 4 in the Philippines.
David went on to earn his bachelor's degree at Slippery Rock University and earned three master's degrees from both Slippery Rock University and Westminster College.
David worked as a social studies teacher and guidance counselor at Slippery Rock High School, retiring in 1999 with 35 years of service.
He was a member of the Pennsylvania State Education Association, the National Education Association, Chisel and Chips Carvers of North Pittsburgh, Conewago Carvers, the Slippery Rock American Legion, the Moraine Sportsman's Club, PASR, and the Butler County Association of School Retirees. David was an avid hunter and enjoyed fishing, woodcarving, camping and boating.
David is survived by his wife, Janet Lucille (DeCorte) Ellis, who he married on Dec. 28, 1963; his two sons, Dr. Brian David Ellis and his wife, Lisa, of Morgantown, W.Va., and Michael Andrew Ellis and his wife, Patti, of Imperial; and his two grandchildren, Jeremy Andrew Ellis and Sydni Lois Ellis, both of Imperial.
Ellis - The friends of David Clarence Ellis, who passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2014, will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Thompson-Miller Funeral Home, 124 E. North St., Butler. A blessing service will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at the St. Paul Roman Catholic Church, 128 N. McKean St., Butler. Burial will take place in the Calvary Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, P.O. Box 96305, Washington, D.C. 20090 or to the Butler Area Public Library, 218 N. McKean St., Butler, PA 16001.
Online condolences can be given at www.thompson-miller.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Ellis
June 5, 2014
Ms DeCorte-Ellis and family
Mr Ellis made a wonderful teacher and such a compassionate soul. He cared. Not only that we learned but how we were. He pulled me aside one day to show me a "love note" I had written in 3rd grade to another student, that you had saved. (you were a student teacher assisting Thelma Jack).He just stood there and smiled. Even in his teaching his love for his family always showed. He made a difference to everyone's path he was able to cross. Many hugs to you and your family.
Lucy Isacco Sack
June 3, 2014
We grew up in Forestville and lived near to each other. Dave was a kind and friendly gentleman throughout his life. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Lucy Isacco Sack
Helen Fagley-Jeffries
June 2, 2014
To the family of Dave Ellis. He was my social studies teacher in 8th grade, but he was a special man in my ex husband- Dave Jeffries senoir yr. He sweated bullets getting him to graduate. It was different when we socialized outside of school invited to your house. You were invited to our wedding and you came. Our marriage didn't last but good memories of David C Ellis have. Just another person I'll be seeing when I get to the other side. May the good memories of Dave Ellis live on in the hearts of those who knew him. I'm sorry for your loss. Helen Fagley Jeffries class of 1973 SRHS
William Muse
June 2, 2014
Out prayers and condolences go out to the Ellis Family. Mr. Ellis truly made a difference during his lengthy tenure, and his commitment to the students was evident.
Bill Muse and family
Vivian Hogue
June 2, 2014
Mrs. Ellis,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God wrap his arms around you and your family at this difficult time. Love you dearly!
Vivian Hogue
Sheri Piper-Pollock
June 2, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
June 2, 2014
Our condolences go out to the entire family. Dave was a very down to earth human being and was always easy to converse with about life and I thoroughly enjoyed his hunting stories over the years. It was a real pleasure growing up in Northview farms and having such a good neighbor with his insight. He will be missed.
Sincerely,
Rich, Danielle, and Grant Hildebrand
June 2, 2014
Please accept our condolences. We just found out about this. Mr. Ellis and Mr. Morton made a great team in the guidance office! He will never be forgotten by the students and colleagues that shared his many days at SRAHS. With Love, Brenda Gellner Moore, Dan & Sam
Barry Trusel, Class of 1972
June 1, 2014
Mr. Ellis was truly one of my favorite teachers. He inspired my love of history which continues to this day. He was a true patriot, loved his country, and inspired me to enlist in an unpopular war. Without a doubt, he touched so many lives and will be missed. We who were his students were blessed by his wisdom. My prayers go out to his family.
Kim Vernon
June 1, 2014
I will always remember the time that I spent with Dave and what an honor it was to be his friend. He told me many humerous stories about being in the Army, hunting and being a guidance counselor. I never saw him without a smile on his face. I have learned a great deal from him and I will never forget him.
Jodi Boory
June 1, 2014
You our in our thoughts and prayers , Jodi and Chuck Boory
Nadena Cooper Kramer
June 1, 2014
I am one of his many former students, SRHS 1972. His passion for his topics, his love of life and our country, and his military service made him exceptional and made a difference to many of us. He will be remembered as one of the great one at SRHS
Linda Baugher (Michael)
May 31, 2014
Celebrating a life well lived. Mr Ellis inspired my lifelong love of history. He was a great teacher who truly seemed to enjoy teaching and made learning fun. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Ken Mills
May 31, 2014
Janet, My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Merylann McCommons/ Barton
May 31, 2014
Sending my deepest sympathy. Thank you Mr. Ellis, you made a difference
Sharleen Steele Johnston
May 31, 2014
My deepest sympathies to the family of Mr. Ellis. I had Mr. Ellis for Social Studies at SRHS (Class of '69). It appears he had an interesting fulfilled life with cherished family & friends. I am happy for that, although I am so sad to hear of his passing. God bless.
Helen Harris
May 31, 2014
Mr Ellis was the one teacher whose name I remember from a wonderful year as a Rotary Exchange Student in Slippery Rock. I learned so much from him in such a short time and enjoyed every lesson. An amazing man who inspired us all. My thoughts and prayers are with family, friends, colleagues and students who knew and loved him. xxx
dan duffy
May 31, 2014
ourdeepestsympathy
Lisa Luntz
May 31, 2014
So sorry for your loss. He was my guidance counselor in high school and a very great and caring man.
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