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EMORY ELLIS Obituary
Emory Nelson Ellis, Jr. (Age 88)
On June 29, 2018, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of 65 years to Jean Ellis; Predeceased by one brother, Jack Ellis. Cherished father of five children, Teresa Brown (Greg), Christopher Ellis (Carla),Timothy Ellis (Adria), Brian Ellis (Beth), Emory Ellis III (Katie); Adored grandfather of Patrick Brown (Robin) and Mary Beth Brown Colavito (Kenny); Matilda and Sadie Ellis; Wyatt, Calvin and Josephine Ellis; Matthew, Tommy, Charlotte, and Natalie Ellis; Megan, Declan, Annie and Emory David Ellis. Also survived by great-grandson, Ethan Brown. Emory was a graduate of Georgetown University and Georgetown Law School. He practiced law in the Federal Government and as a partner with Fulbright & Jaworski law firm. Visitation will be held at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 15661 Norbeck Blvd., Silver Spring, MD, on Monday, July 2, 2018 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Followed by a Funeral Mass on Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. Private interment at a later date at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in support of two of Emory's grandsons that have diabetes, to JDRF, 26 Broadway, 14th Floor New York, NY 10004. Donations can also be made online at www.jdrf.org. WWW.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.COM
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Memories and Condolences
for EMORY ELLIS
Raymond Foote
July 27, 2018
What a wonderful and faithful friend he was to many people. I just learned of his passing and I send my love and sympathy to Jean and their family. He will always be a warm memory to me.
Jaynell Iverson
July 27, 2018
To Jean and the Ellis Family. I am just fining out the passing of Mr. Ellis and I am so devastated. May GOD continue to bless you and I will pray for your family. I worked for him for many years and he will be surely missed forever.
The Mayer's
July 10, 2018
Our condolences to the Ellis family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We will miss seeing him around during our time spent at the 7th.
July 5, 2018
May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead Psalms 119:76
Bjorn Guintu
July 5, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jay O'Kieffe
July 5, 2018
Please know that the O'Kieffe family has you in our thoughts and prayers.
John Haugh
July 3, 2018
You and your family are in my heart and mind. My condolences on the passing of your father.
July 3, 2018
Dear Jean,
I am so very saddened to learn of your wonderful husband's death. God bless you and all the family. May he rest n peace with our loving God.
Mimi Fleury
July 2, 2018
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years. May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
July 2, 2018
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved family member. Almighty God loves you very much and promises to fortify you and help you in your time of need.
BM
July 2, 2018
May God be with the Ellis family during their time of grief.
Love you all,
Lawrence & Patty Hargrove
July 2, 2018
My condolences to the family. May the peace of God and the fond memories you cherish comfort and sustain you in your time of need.
-RM
Ingrid and John Ellis
July 1, 2018
With heartfelt sympathy as we remember uncle Emory, God bless and comfort your family...
Anne Cretella
July 1, 2018
Emory & Family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. My father too was a graduate of Georgetown Law 57. I wish you peace during this most difficult time. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cathy McNamara
July 1, 2018
Uncle Em, yours was a beautiful life, well-lived, and I will truly cherish the special memories of time spent with you. You live on now in the prayers, hearts, and minds of your large and wonderful family and friends. I know that in time our Lord will bring them much consolation and peace to your beloved family. May you know the complete, unsurpassing and everlasting joy of Heaven! We love you, Uncle Em!
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