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FULLER, Ellen H. (Tessman)
Ellen H. (Tessman) Fuller, 93, of Plainville, passed away peacefully on Sunday August 25, 2013 at her home. She had been the loving wife of the late George S. Fuller. Born April 12, 1920 in Bristol to the late Fred and Bertha (Appel) Tessman, she had been a longtime Plainville resident. Ellen attended Bristol schools. After graduation, she enlisted in the Navy where she was trained as a nurse stationed at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. She worked for many years as a nurse retiring from Lexington Convalescent Home. She is survived by her sons Wayne Fuller and Keith Fuller; several cousins and dear friends. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her son Gary Fuller.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Ellen's memory may be made to the St. Andrew Ev. Lutheran Church Roof Fund, 1125 Stafford Ave., Bristol, CT 06010. A memorial service will be held on Saturday August 31, 2013 at 5 p.m. at Saint Andrew Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1125 Stafford Avenue, Bristol, CT 06010. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Plantsville Funeral Home has been entrusted with handling the arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.plantsvillefuneralhome.com.
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Debbie Kruse
September 21, 2013
It's Debbie Kruse and family who posted the 2 pictures and left the message about the Tessman family.
September 20, 2013
Dear Keith and Wayne, We are sorry about your mom. Our dad always spoke very highly of her, and he enjoyed the times they had together growing up in the Tessman family.
Our dad Richard A. Kruse with his favorite cousin, Ellen Tessman Fuller
Debbie Kruse
September 20, 2013
Another picture of your mom
Debbie Kruse
September 20, 2013
Your California cousins
September 20, 2013
Wayne & Keith, So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. It has been many years since we have seen any of your family. We send our thoughts and prayers to you. Jim & Betty (Kruse) Chapman
Richard Kruse
September 19, 2013
Wayne and Keith, You chose such a wonderful picture of your mother for the guestbook and obituary. I'm very sorry that she has passed away. My condolences. Your cousin, Richard
Jacquelyn Hober
August 28, 2013
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY
Arlene Creswell
August 27, 2013
Ellen was very special. Her devoted sons are so loving and caring. It has been an honor to know the famiily
August 27, 2013
Wayne and Keith: Al and I are so very sorry for your loss. Kathy Hamm
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