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Laurie Ellis Obituary
She lived for her two wonderful children whom she gave unwavering love and support. Laurie loved her yard, flowers and sitting by the water reading a book. She graduated from D.C. Everest High School in 1978. She was a former employee of Spiegel Brands Inc., for many years after giving a portion of her life to serve in the United States Navy.
She was preceded in death by her father, Don Lyon.
She is survived by her husband, Eric; children, Christopher James and Ericka Nicole; her mother, Ruth Lyon of Weston, Wis.; one brother, and three sisters, Lance, Linda, Lou Ann and Lisa; her mother-in-law, Sarah Ellis of Smithfield, Va. She also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends who she loved dearly.
A memorial service will be held at noon Friday, Oct. 9, 2009, at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, 1601-27th Street, Newport News, Va.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made in her honor to the National Arthritis Foundation, 5101 Cleveland Street, Virginia Beach, VA 23462, www.arthritis.org.
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Memories and Condolences
for Laurie Ellis
October 11, 2009
To the Ellis Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this time of bereavement.
God will take care of each of you.
Clarence & Gloria Manson
5010 Cay Street
Newport News, VA 23605
Anita Miles
October 10, 2009
To Eric & family, my girls & I were truly saddened to hear of Laurie's passing. Having been rather new to motherhood when I began working closely with her in 1997, I enjoyed and learned a lot about the adventures of motherhood from the many stories she so eagerly shared with her coworkers and I. It was impressive how she was always able to share, never in a boastful way, but in a manner which expressed her deep love and feelings of being well pleased. Although I never met Adam, Grant, or Skye, her shared experiences of being an Aunt left me feeling as if I knew them very well and inspired me to become a more involved Aunt to my own nephews and neices. Laurie's love for her family and friends was seen by all who knew her.
Christopher and Ericka, you two were your MOTHER'S WORLD! Take comfort in knowing that the arms which welcomed your mother's "heavenly arrival" are the same arms which will see you through this most difficult time. She instilled wonderful values in each of you which you will find yourselves recalling more and more as you enter the different stages of your lives. Please remember that what matters most is not the amount of time we spend here on earth, but rather the extent to which we share our love while here. Your mother had a genuine love for others.....especially for children and those less fortunate. The many lives she touched while here were a testament to this fact.
Continue to keep your mother smiling as she continues to watch over you both from her new home.
With deepest regards,
Katherine Ikner
October 10, 2009
Eric, Christopher and Erica: Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. The loss of Laurie will certainly leave a void for each of you. May you always keep your dearest memories of Laurie at hand for times of solace. Remember the joy that she brought to many, and if you need more may you turn to the many that Laurie touched! Christopher and Erica, your mom was a pillar of strength and humor for the folks we worked with in the Data Center at Spiegel. She loved you both dearly and never skipped a beat letting me know. It was always a joy sharing her stories of you both. You both made her very proud and immensley happy! My Deepest Sympathy.
Barbara Street
October 9, 2009
My thoughts are with you at this time. Laurie was a very special person loved her children deeply. She was very proud of both of you.
I worked with Laurie at Spiegel for many years and always enjoyed talking to her.
I have missed talking to her since she left the company but thought of her many times since.
My prayers are with you at this time.
Lawrence Delk
October 9, 2009
To the Ellis family, my heart goes out to you. I am sadded by your loss and I will keep you in my prayers. Eric, when you feel up to it, give my a call sometimes 570-350=4255, your friend always, Lawrence Delk
Jimette Purvis
October 9, 2009
Ellis Family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you during this time of your loss. Laurie was a wonderful and caring person I shared many happy and emotional times with while working at Spiegel/Newport News. Just know Laurie loved each of you much and remember the good times and enjoy the memories. God will comfort and keep you.
Jackie Pierce-Ruffin
October 9, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Gretchen Graham
October 8, 2009
Ericka, Chris and the Ellis family, your mom was an angel on earth. No matter what her circumstance, she always gave of herself, which is the greatest gift that one can give. Know that she is simply moving on to share her gift of love with God and those who have preceded her. I will always remember the way she loved my daughter and spent valuable seed planting time with her. You are all in my prayers.
Erica Spencer
October 8, 2009
Chris and the whole Ellis Family, You are in my prayers and I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
Alvin & Evelyn Hamlin Blount
October 8, 2009
Ellis and Lyons Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of grief.
Linda Hiniker
October 8, 2009
I will miss you, Laurie. You are deep within my heart and will always be a part of me. You are my 'SISTA' and my best friend.
October 8, 2009
I was one of many people Laurie touched at Spiegel. We laughed and cried together over shared stories of our children. Laurie had a huge caring heart and was always there to help anyone in need. To say she will be greatly missed would be an understatement. My Prayers and Deepest Sympathy go out to her family at this heart renching time. Sharon Kent
debbie smith
October 8, 2009
Ellis Family,
As always my thoughts & prayers are with you. i was very blessed to have worked with Laurie & have her as a friend. She was a very private person but everyone close to her knew she had a big heart. she helped me through some difficult times & she will be missed by all.
Ginger Scull
October 8, 2009
May God be with you and your family thru this sad time. Christopher and Erica you are blessed with a mother that truly loved you. I feel blessed to have had the chance to know and work with your mother she was truly a wonderful person. If I can help you in anyway please let me know.
October 8, 2009
I Will miss ms Eillis she was always so nice to me always took time to talk to me on my way to work .Tiffany travis 5109 goldsboro dr apt 19 f Newport News VA 23605
October 8, 2009
To the Ellis Family
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our hearts and we will keep you in prayers. Deepest sympathy. Larry & Barb Estep
Arlene Greene
October 8, 2009
To the Ellis & Lyon Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Remembering with you one life that touched so many others.
With Heartfelt Sympathy
October 8, 2009
To the Ellis Family- May God be with you and May your wife/Mother rest in peace. I will never forget her smile and Love for the game as she watched Chris's games. Juan Jones, Jo'ry Dickson, Jasmine Jones, Jade Jones
kajuansa jones
October 8, 2009
To theEllis Family- May God be with you and May your wife/Mother rest in peace. I will never forget her smile and Love for the game as she watched Chris's games. Juan Jones, Jo'ry Dickson, Jasmine Jones, Jade Jones
Barbara Kelly
October 8, 2009
To Eric, Christopher, and Erika Ellis,
My husband, Larry, and I are extremely shocked and saddened at the news of Laurie's passing. She was a great person and an inspiration in the way she lived her life. Her love for her children was obvious and heartwarming. She also had a great sense of humor and a lot of good common sense. We will miss her. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time. May your memories comfort you.
Phyllis & Paul Reynolds
October 8, 2009
There are so many things that I could say about Laurie but the one thing that will always stand out to me is the fact she had such a big heart and a giving spirit. I will miss her so much. I am blessed that I got a chance to know her. She was loved and will be missed. May your hearts continued to be filled with wonderful memories and of joyful times spent together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Rest in peace Laurie as you rest in the arms of our Lord.
Dr. and Mrs. Tom Conner
October 7, 2009
We are so sad to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayer will be with your family now and through all the difficult days ahead.
Todd and Morna Starkey
October 7, 2009
To the Ellis Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. In talking with Eric over the years, I have come to know exactly how much each of you mean to him. It's good to know through the stories and great memories of Laurie, she will continue to live in each of you.
Our Love and Support,
The Starkey Family
DJ Dinsmoor
October 7, 2009
Buck,
I am so sad to hear of your loss. I know that this is very trying time for you and your children. May God bless you and your family. Our prayers and love are with you during this time of loss.
The Dinsmoor Family
brenton lukert
October 7, 2009
Sorry for you lost Eric and famly.
brenton lukert
Craig Colbert
October 7, 2009
To Eric, Christopher and Erika, words can not express the grief you are going through right now, but know that you can lean on the LORD to carry you through your of sorrow. We are praying for you all, and believe that he will keep you in his care.
God Bless You,
Craig and Patricia Colbert
October 7, 2009
October 07,2009
To Sherrie and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
and your Family in your time of grief.
I am so glad that I got to meet Laurie
she was a beautiful person. May your
memories bring you all comfort.
Love
Theresa Harper (Ressie)
and Family
Beverly Thomas
October 7, 2009
Laurie was so proud of both of her children and all of their accomplishments. She would share her proud stories with me and I would share mine with her. We laughed and cried together over what our children had done. We also both lived in Hawaii and shared some of the same memories from that period. My heart is truly broken over this loss and my heart goes out to Eric, Chris & Ericka.
Rest in peace my friend, we will see each other again one day.
Susie McCarthy
October 7, 2009
even though i didnt get to meet Mrs.ellis I knew her beautiful daughter and know your children are a reflection of parent.So she had to be a wonderful lady.Even though I can neaver fill those shoes let me know if you ever need anything Ericka even if its just a shoulder to lean on.We all will be here for you through this storm.lots of love Mrs Susie
08/2009 What a wonderful mother. She will be missed by all. Love, Traci
October 7, 2009
October 7, 2009
Eric, Christopher and Erika,
My heart goes out to your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of need. Laurie was such a good person and my best friend..She was always there for me and will be greatly missed. She loved my grandkids and they loved her she will always be in our hearts. She will never be forgotten, she was truely a wonderful person. We will miss her.
The Rice Family
Traci Behrens
October 7, 2009
Finding the words to express just what we have been feeling for the last several days is so hard to do. I just can't believe or want to believe that God had a better plan for my loving cousin. Laurie has been a wonderful person in my life. My family will truly miss her and her huggs and kisses. Eric, Chris and Erica, Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Laurie ~ I will miss you dearly but enjoy your time with Dad.
Love,
Bob Murphy
October 7, 2009
Ellis Family,
Our Prayers and love are with you in this time of loss.
May God bless and comfort you.
The Murphy Family
October 7, 2009
Please accept our deepest sympathies. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Potter Family
(Arony St.)
Josef Marks
October 7, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
October 7, 2009
I worked with Laurie for many years at Spiegel and we always took our breaks together...she would bring me her famous Lazagna and we exchanged e-mails that made each other smile..She bought Christopher in one day for me to meet and always sent me his Football updates, photos and videos. She was a true friend and will be greatly missed. Dance with angels my friend. Tina Pinkney-LLoyd
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