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Carl Ellis Obituary
Estes Park - Carl L. Ellis, 69, of Estes Park, CO, formerly of Lafayette, IN, died May 29, 2019 at Estes Park Living Center after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. Born October 14, 1949 in Lafayette, he was the son of Harry and Eleanor (Maciejack) Ellis. Carl attained the rank of Eagle Scout and graduated from Jefferson High School in 1968. After graduation he served in the Army and was stationed at Fort Rucker, AL. On August 22, 1970 he married Carla D. Button in Lafayette. He was honorably discharged from the Army in 1972. Carl was a lifelong phone man, working for General Telephone Company, KLF/Exp@nets, and Eli Lilly and CO., Tippecanoe Labs. Carl is survived by his wife, Carla, and daughter Beth Ellis (spouse, Janet Johnson) of Estes Park, CO, son, Michael Ellis (spouse, Leighanne) and grandchildren, Claire, Carlie, and Charlie all of Camden, IN, sister, Diana Foxworthy of Bryan, TX, brother, Robert Ellis (spouse, Kathy) of West Point, IN and many extended family members.
Memorial visitation one hour prior to the 2 p.m. memorial service on Saturday, June 15, 2019 at Hippensteel Funeral Home. Rev. Ann Smith officiating.
Inurnment, with military honors, will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery in Lafayette. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Share memories and condolences online at www.hippensteelfuneralservice.com
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Charlie Goggin
June 13, 2019
I'm sorry for your loss. Praying for your comfort during the coming days and beyond. Families are forever.
June 13, 2019
So sorry for your loss Carla. Sending prayers and hugs.
Sue Doyle-lohmeyer
June 13, 2019
Carla,
My prayers are with you and your family during your loss.
June 13, 2019
Carla and Diana, my deepest condolences for your loss. Carl was a tremendous gentleman and a super musician. May your memories help you through this time of grief. God Bless.
Cynthia Purdy
June 12, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the surviving members of the Ellis family.
Hippensteel Funeral Home, Inc.
June 13, 2019
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Jane Smith
June 6, 2019
So sorry for your loss Carla, Beth, Michael & families.
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