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Bonnie Rentfro
August 30, 2006
Leigh,
This has been a sad yr. for you without Dave and I know you didn't think you'd ever get over his death.But looking back over this yr, there have been ups and downs. He will be waiting for you. And I am sure he is happy to see you happy again. Bonnie Rentfro, friends
Adrianne Brackner
October 26, 2005
Leigh, I know you and Dave will be together again. He was such a wonderful person and so much fun to be around. He always knew how to make people laugh and feel comfortable around him. How blessed you are for having been a part of his life. I know he is up there waiting for you and cheering you on in all you do. You are a great sister and person, and I know you make it through this ok. Love you
David and Lesley Viljoen
October 22, 2005
Dear Ellett family,
we we so shocked and saddened to hear the news of Davids death.
I've never met David but feel I knew him from his mothers letters and Leighs letters to us.
David baptised my husband almost 40 years ago when he was out here in New Zealand on his mission.
My husband had a shop at that time and David took great delight in giving ice creams away, and tricking people in believing that milk could be bought in more then milk flavour.
I wish I had met him.
Our greatest sympathy goes to Leigh, Lenore, Ken and all the family.
Leigh Ellett
October 21, 2005
Dear David Honey Ellett:
It's still a shock after 6 weeks, but it will not be forever. I love & miss you so very much. You were the best husband, father, best friend, most loving, fun, most handsome,& playful person I've ever had the honor to be married to. I knew I was the luckiest wife in the world, no matter what problems we had at times. You taught me to be a better mother, more patience, & Christ-like attributes through example. You arranged for me to do a Demo CD, sing more publicly, become an LMT, too many things to mention. You bestowed on me more love, surprises, and more, that I cannot imagine there's another person like you on this whole earth. I miss you Honey, and I look so forward to seeing you again. (We can go fishing first thing!, haha) Somehow I knew you would be taken from me early, and I begged the Lord to not to, because I thought it would kill me. I even wrote a song about it 7 years ago. But...you were needed and it was His will. You never feared death. You knew it would be wonderful. That is why I recorded a lot of your phone messages. I love hearing your voice telling me how much you miss and love me, & more. I smile so hard when I listen to them. I'm so lucky to get to hear your voice. I'll always love you Dave, forever. I miss you so very much, but I'm trying to be brave. (not doing a very good job though). Love, your wife for eternity, Leigh Baby Ellett (his pet-name for me)
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Lindsey Kelly
October 20, 2005
I was heartbroken when I heard of Dave passing away. Although I did not know Dave personally, what was obvious (even to me) was that he was handsome, shy, quiet, sweet, caring, humorous, a brilliant artist, and his love for Leigh was limitless--he positively sparkled when he was around Leigh.
My deepest heartfelt condolences to Leigh, and to anyone else blessed to know how extraordinary Dave was.
Jill Alvarez (Stout)
October 18, 2005
To my Aunt Leigh and family, I'm really sorry about Dave's death. I thought he was very sweet and alot of fun, he seemed to make my Aunt Leigh very happy. Love you Dave hope to see you again someday. Love you all
Philip Stone
October 14, 2005
Dear Leigh,
I am so sorry to hear about this. I hope for the very best for you and you family.
Sincerely
Philip Stone
Grandkids (older ones) at the Zoo 2003. From Left to right, our oldest Grandson Markus, Cody, Katerina, Arianna, Tyona, Chase, & Kennen in front. It was great!
October 14, 2005
Dave's oldest son Zac, Suzie, Katerina, Abigail, & Liam 2002
October 14, 2005
Another pose I forced on him. Not bad for a 54 year old. He is so gorgeous to me! taken by Leigh
October 14, 2005
Debbie Wynne
October 14, 2005
To The Ellett Family With Deepest Sympathy For Your Loss.
I knew Dave in High School as one of the most Popular, Funny, and Wonderful Persons that I had the pleasure of knowing.
Please know that all of you are in my Thoughts and Prayers.
God Bless You All,
Dave doing make-up for Rod's daughter, while his ex-wife did my make-up as a leopard for Halloween. Everyone at work hardly recognized me. They both were very good at it. Dave and I used to face-paint children and adults a few times. 2004-Leigh Ellett
October 14, 2005
Kari Zeeman
October 14, 2005
Dear Leigh , I love you and hope that you will be able to go on after this terrible loss. I understand loss and I understand your sadness. Please know that you can call and write me anytime with help or friendship with a cousin to hang out with. Love Kari
Leigh Ellett
October 14, 2005
Dear Friends & Family:
I have posted a few pictures, but I plan to post more of our family, especially his kids. If you would like to see them, please visit back or check to receive an email notification when new entries are added, if you wish. Thank you for sharing your comments!! With much love and gratitude,
Leigh & Dave at favorite place, Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Nevada 2003
October 14, 2005
Dave & Leigh at Liam's Blessing 3-31-04
October 14, 2005
Dave's Often Goofy Self 2005
October 14, 2005
Dave & 5 of his 19 1/2 grandkids- Tyona, Cierra, Liam, Katerina, Abigail at Katerina's Dance Concert. She won a lot of ribbons.
October 14, 2005
Dave "painted", put lights, printed tree ornaments, wallpapered, outside my office at LDS Hospital, and we won 1st place in all 3 IHC Hospitals for Decorating Contest 2003. I helped a little...-Leigh Ellett
October 14, 2005
Dave Ellett's Missionary Picture - One of my favorites!! Submitted by his wife Leigh
October 14, 2005
Most of our grandchildren at Dave's casket after funeral 9-14-05. Those kids adored their Grandpa!
October 14, 2005
Dave's parents, Lenore & Ken Ellett & Zac at blessing of his son Liam 3-31-04
October 14, 2005
Dave & Leigh riding "The Tiger" in Las Vegas 2003 (Looks real aye?)
October 14, 2005
Dave and Leigh fishing at favorite site - Soldier Creek, above Strawberry 2003
October 14, 2005
I made him pose for this! He was in great shape!! This is only 1 1/2 yrs ago. Taken by his wife: Leigh
October 14, 2005
Dave & Leigh's Wedding Day 3-24-95
October 13, 2005
Leigh Ellett
October 13, 2005
Dear Friends & Family:
I just sent an email to a lot of you to look at or sign the guest book. I am in the process of uploading photos, but did not realize it takes a few hours for them to appear. Please take a look at it later if you would like.
Thank you so much, everyone for your comments, support, and love. It is priceless to me!
October 13, 2005
Dave & his Grandson Liam 2004 (Zac's son)
October 13, 2005
Rick Petersen
October 13, 2005
I just found out about Dave's death, and I was deeply saddened. I grew up on the same street with Dave in Kearns, and I always considered him to be my "best buddy". He was very tall, and I was very short, so we were quite the sight heading down the street together. He always looked out for me, and protected me like a brother! We were both pranksters, so it seemed like we were always getting into some kind of mischief together! In all the years I knew Dave, I never once knew him to say or do anything to hurt another person. He was (is) a great guy, for whom I will always have many fond memories. I know that he is "back home" now in a very, wonderful and loving place with our Savior, drawing pictures of angels! God be with you brother!
Lisa Sims (Thomas) MIldred's cousin
September 15, 2005
To the Ellet family.. I just found out what happened and wanted to express my heartfelt sympathies to each of you. To Dave's children, my cousins, most of all my prayers to each of you, know that you will see your dad again. I remember going to your house in Magna and know that you probably don't remember me, but I think about you all alot. I remember a picture that you're dad drew of my parents (which they still have) and how I could'nt believe that anyone could draw that well. He will be missed. And again, my thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this time.
Jim Parks
September 14, 2005
Dear family, Our sincerest wishes for Daves family and pray all will be comforted during this trial. Life is eternal and may we all have that assurance that OUR family can be eternal!! God bless the Elletts!
Cousin Jim Parks ( Jeannes' son )
cari horrocks
September 13, 2005
Anjelena,Zac and family... I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was such a nice man, and I remember how supportive he was with all the kids. Everytime I saw him he always had something nice to say to me. Anjelena, if you ever need a friend to talk to, never hesitate to call, as I have been through this.
Cari Horrocks
Lorraine Harvey
September 13, 2005
Ken & Lenore & Family,
Our prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Dennis & Lorraine
Frank & Elaine
Cory Briggs
September 13, 2005
Zac and Mark
I am sorry to hear of your loss, I hope and pray that you and your families will be comforted in this difficult time.
Angie Greene
September 13, 2005
Ken & Lenore & Family,
Our deepest sympathy and thoughts are with you!
Mike & Angie Greene & Family
Rev & Mrs William Fitzgerel
September 13, 2005
Our prayers and deepest sympathy are with you during this time.
Joshua Kajma
September 13, 2005
To Zac and family
are prayers are with you at this time evan though we are not able to be there with you. Diana and i just want you to know that we love you and we know that you will be stronge for your family at this time. I will always remember your dad at the sporting events that i was able to go to for your bothers and sisters and how he always included us as one of the family. He was always a graet guy to us sorry about the loss. love your Bother and sister in law Josh and Diana
Linda Auwerda
September 12, 2005
Dear Leigh,
You have my sympathy and prayers on the loss of your husband, Dave.
Stacy Hilling
September 12, 2005
Zac, Mark and Family:
It is so beautiful to know the love expressed for your father and brother. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Joseph M. Pasternak
September 12, 2005
Zac,
I am sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies. Life is sure strang. Saturday night was my granddaughter's birthday. The family gathered at Mark's house. Of course, Lana was there. We talked for a few minutes and Grieg came up in the conversation. For some reason I thought of you, as I have many times, but I thought of you standing in front of Grieg's casket and how tall you were and how you grown to be a handsome young man. I've found different pictures that Greig had drawn when he was a small boy. One time I found a valentine that he had drawn and gave to Lana and I. It said: Thanks mom and dad for letting me sleep over to Zac's last night. What I remember of your dad was his art and the baseball caps he brought over one night after the Superbowl. Anyway, Sunday morning I saw his obituary and needless to say, I was shocked. Thank you for being Zac and for the marvelous friendship between you and Grieg.
Grant Turpin
September 12, 2005
Please know that the family is in our thoughts and prayers especially so, at this time. Your hearts will heal as time allows, Your sweetest most precious memories will arise and fill your hearts with love and laughter although the yearning for his presence will always exsist, the days get easier and you realize that in time you will be together once again. Our family sends sympathy and Love to you all.
Kathy Schow
September 12, 2005
Dear Ellett Family,
I have known Dave for 35 years. He truely was a great father. There were many times we wanted to get together for dinner or a movie, and 99% of the time, we heard we can't. One of the kids had a ballgame or some activity, and his family always came first! I respected Dave for that. He always had time for his kids. Even with struggles, he always had nice things to say about them every time we spoke. He was proud of their individual accomplishments, their marriages, missions and children. He was proud of ALL the kids.
Dave will be greatly missed. His crazy pranks and sense of humor will be remembered. He knew his Heavenly Father and his plan. Isn't it wonderful to know, you will all be together again one day.
My love to all of you.
Bob Mash
September 12, 2005
Zac,Mark and Ellet family. I am very sorry about your loss.May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Zachary David Ellett
September 11, 2005
Dad,
I Love You. You are truly one of a kind and absolutely irreplaceable. I will do everything in my being to carry on your warmth and sense of humor to my children the way you did with me. We will be together again. Save me a spot at the fishing hole. Love Always, Zac
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