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Start: 2023-03-01T15:00:00.000Z
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Location: George L Doherty Funeral Service, Inc - Somerville

BORN

January 19, 1960

DIED

February 23, 2023

LOCATION

Somerville, Massachusetts

CHARITY

American Diabetes Association

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George L Doherty Funeral Service, Inc - Somerville Obituary

Ellis, William C. "Bill"-- Of Somerville, passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2023. He was 63 years old.

Born and raised in Somerville he was the beloved son of Mary F. (McLaughlin) and the late Arthur D. Ellis Sr.

Bill loved spending time on the Cape, at his family cottage.

His granddaughter, Emma, was the light of his life. You could see his face light up whenever she was around.

Bill was an avid golfer, who achieved not only one but two holes in one. Always modest, he said, “it was pure luck

He was a Somerville firefighter for 33 years, and received a meritorious citation for his professional and effective performance in the line of duty.

Bill placed family above all else. He would drop anything to help out, in anyway. He was so proud of his children, Amy and Billy.

Bill was a generous and giving person. He would give you the coat of his back, if he thought it would alleviate someone’s pain.

Bill we be missed by so many and his loss leaves an ache in the hearts of all who knew him.

A funeral procession will be held in the George L. Doherty Funeral Home 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq.) on Thursday, March 2nd at 9:00AM. Followed by a funeral mass celebrated in St. Clement Church 64 Warner St. Medford, at 10:00AM.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend.

Calling Hours will be held on Wednesday, March 1st from 3:00PM to 7:00PM.

Services will conclude with interment held at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Bill's name to the American Diabetes Association or to the American Kidney Fund.

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Billy, you were a special person ❤. You took a piece of me when you left. Love you always

Theresa Henry

February 08, 2026 | Arlington, MA | Friend

What can I say?
Simply put you are one of the best!
Always a gentleman, thoughtful, caring, and kind, with a great sense of humor. All my fondest memories of SC include you. You will forever hold a special place in my heart. God Bless. You will be missed. Thank you for the memories.
Thought and prayers to you and your family.

Carol Murphy. (Sheehan)

March 01, 2023 | Medford, MA | Classmate

Billy I will forever hear you telling me to keep my f___ing head down. Rest in peace my friend.
Warren and Faye Silvia.

Faye Silvia

February 28, 2023 | Myrtle Beach, SC | Friend

Loved your sweet soul old friend. Lots of fond memories I have of you. So sad to learn of your passing. Thoughts and prayers to your family and friends. RIP Billy.

Joyce (Scali) Mackiewicz

February 27, 2023 | Windham, NH | Friend

Lots of good memories from our younger days in Ball Square. RIP Billy. Condolences to his family and loved ones.

Gail Mahoney

February 27, 2023 | Westborough, MA | Acquaintance

Great memories of fun times at the Cape. Sending love to his whole family.

Jeanette Shomphe

February 26, 2023 | Englewood, CO | Friend

Billy was a good man. RiP, Billy.
Steve Keenan

Steve Keenan

February 26, 2023 | North Andover, MA | Coworker

Hey Bill.. gonna miss you.. RIP.. love Tom & Linda

Thomas Brown

February 25, 2023 | Hyannis, MA | Friend

He is n ow resting in peace

Lorraine Butler

February 25, 2023 | Derry, NH | Acquaintance

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