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Winifred Ellis Obituary

Winifred Rountree Ellis PORTSMOUTH - Winifred A. Rountree Ellis, 96, a lifelong resident of Portsmouth, passed away Friday, Aug. 27, 2010. Winnie was born July 4, 1914. She was predeceased by her husband, Edwin Ellis; by her loving companion, Irving Waldbauer; and by the pride of her life, her only child, Perry Ellis. She was also predeceased by her parents, Walter and Lyda Rountree; a brother, Derwood Rountree; and a sister Reba Hearst. She is survived by her granddaughter, Tyler Ellis of New York City; Tyler's mother, Barbara Gallagher of Los Angles; and her cousin, Dr. Betty Yarborough of Portsmouth. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Aug. 30, in Evergreen Memorial Park with the Rev. Joyce Cramer officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Portsmouth Humane Society, 3704 Frederick Blvd., Portsmouth, VA 23704. The family would like to express their appreciation to her caregivers who lovingly took care of her as her health declined. Snellings Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel, is handling arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.snellingsfuneralhome.com.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Aug. 28, 2010.
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