Darlene Grace Ellis

Darlene Ellis Obituary

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. < Darlene Grace Ellis, 58, of Philadelphia, Pa., went to be with her Lord on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009, after a long illness. Miss Ellis was born Nov. 6, 1950 in Binghamton, and was raised in Locke. A graduate of Moravia Central School, she attended Grand Rapids School of the Bible and Music and graduated from Practical Bible Training School. She loved children and spent most of her years serving in various children"s ministries. She also enjoyed cooking professionally and served as a volunteer in homeless shelters. She was predeceased by her parents, Gerald and Grace Ellis in 2004; and a nephew, Robert Brian Ellis in 1983. She is survived by five brothers, Gerald (Judith) Ellis, of Charlotte, N.C., Donald (Dolores Higareda) Ellis, of Trumansburg, Robert (Victoria) Ellis, of Jamesville, Edward Ellis, of New Hampshire and Paul (Gail) Ellis, of Haw River, N.C.; one sister, Teresa (David) Congdon, of Mebane, N.C. and one sister-in-law, Barbara (Jones) Ellis, of Summerset, Pa.; 15 nieces and nephews and 17 great nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8 at the Perkins Funeral Home with Pastor Ronald Miller officiating. Burial will follow in Willow Glen Cemetery, Dryden. Friends are invited to call from 1:30 to 2 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, 55 W. Main St., Dryden. Contributions, in lieu of flowers, can be made in memory of Darlene Grace Ellis to the 10th Presbyterian Church, A.C.T.S. Ministries-Homeless Outreach, 1710 Delancey St., Philadelphia, PA 19103-6714. To send a message to the family, sign our guestbook at www.auburnpub.com and click on obituaries.

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Published by The Citizen on Oct. 6, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Darlene Ellis

9 Entries

Linda (VanBenSchoten) Green

October 24, 2009

I am sorry to hear about Darlene's passing. I went to school with Darlene
in Moravia, and my brothers and sister and I attended the Milan Baptist Church in Locke when we were young children as did Darlene and her family.

Simone Lehner

October 14, 2009

I am grateful for the opportunity to sign this online guest book even though I am far away.
From the time I lived in Philadelphia, I also remember well how faithfully Darlene came to church on Sundays and served at the Community Dinner as long as she was able to. This faithfulness and devotion certainly was an encouragement to many, as well as her cheerful spirit in spite of her health problems.
God's comfort to her family and peace in knowing that she is with God.

Sarah C.

October 13, 2009

I will miss seeing Darlene at Tenth Church. She would often make an effort to encourage me, and she would always greet me cheerfully, whether she was busy helping with ACTS or just waiting for services or her ride home. And I still remember how excited she was after her trip last year to visit family in the South, for a wedding, I think. Darlene was special to us, and I will remember her example because she didn't let her physical challenges keep her from serving the Lord and enriching the congregation. It is good to know that she is finally free from care and supremely happy in the presence of Christ.

Joyce Ostertag

October 13, 2009

I was privileged to know Darlene the last 3 years of her life, when she was living in Philadelphia and worshiping at Tenth Presbyterian. Two memories stand out in my mind: one was her determination to be at church each Sunday, despite transportation difficulties, and despite health issues, in order to worship the Lord she loved and to fellowship with and serve His people. The second memory is how proud she was of her family - she loved to share with me the family's visits, calls, cards, and news of weddings or births. She prayed regularly for the extended family - even to the last when it would have been easy to let her own health issues overwhelm her. I will miss her, and extend my condolences to the family during this time of mourning. I also rejoice at the thought that Darlene is with her Lord and free from pain and fear.

Lorraine (Morgan) Gleason

October 9, 2009

I was sorry to read of Darlene's passing. I often wondered where Darlene was living and the rest of you. It is sad how we all lose touch over the years. We have a lot of memories from our times of growing up in Locke and attending church and school together. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jessie J Ford

October 7, 2009

I am sorry to hear about Darlene. My heart goes out to all of you. I will always remember our good times at church and in school. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Wishing you God's peace.

Bob, Charlie, Betty, Mimi, Keith, Friends

October 7, 2009

We did not know Darlene personally, but we extend our condolences and sympathy to the family.

Your loved one suffers no more, for she is now with our Lord.

October 6, 2009

I'm not sure that I'll get to the funeral but wanted all of you to know that my prayers & thoughts are with you & your families. We had alot of good times in Pioneer Girls. She was a good person.

Carla (Morgan) Hunt Trumansburg, NY

Lauren Patterson

October 6, 2009

I went to school with Darlene. She was a sweet, friendly girl.

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