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Frances Mary Ellis

East Grand Rapids, Michigan

12/23/1932- 05/20/2025

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DIED
May 20, 2025
LOCATION
East Grand Rapids, Michigan
CHARITY
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

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Frances Mary (Skaff) Ellis, age 92, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025. Frances was born on December 23, 1932. Raised in Grand Rapids, MI, she was the second of four daughters born to Michael and Geneva Skaff. She and her sisters were always close and remained best friends throughout their...

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I met my dear friend Francis Ellis playing beautiful music on the piano in the lobby at Lacks Cancer Center where I worked. She brought so much joy to the patients who loved to listen between treatments. Always a smile to everyone. Such a sweet classy lady who loved to take us to Marco's and Wealthy Street bakery to eat. Wonderful warm personality to all she knew. The memories will last for ever my dear Friend. Love Carla and family

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Fran and I met years ago through GRSymphony Women's Committee and enjoyed our times at Blythefield. She was bright and talented.

My sympathies to the family. Frances and I spent many wonderful hours together. She was a kind and thoughtful friend.

My deepest condolences to the Ellis and Skaff families. Memory Eternal

Our deepest sympathies and condolences to all her family members. Memory eternal dear Frances. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Dr. Nabil & Isabelle Sultani and family

Frances was one of the sweetest women I ever knew. She always talked to me about my teaching career when I saw her. She always seemed genuinely interested in me. She will be truly missed.