Ellen Mulder

Ellen I still miss you so much, especially on your 80th heavenly birthday this month. Loves to you forever. Iris

Ellen, I still miss you. So many wonderful times we had til the very end. Love from Iris

To Ellen's Family,

I was so sad to read of Ellen's passing. I knew Ellen from her work at the court (not the tennis court!). I knew of her reputation as an energetic and competitive tennis player. That same level of dedication and energy characterized her work at the court. She was a whiz.

When I first met her she was a "floating secretary", now know as a judicial assistant. I was working in the extremely busy family court where the parade of files seemed endless. Ellen was able to tame the stacks of files into submission while answering the phones and providing kindly and correct advice to attorneys and litigants alike. Although we only worked together occasionally and briefly, I always knew I was in good hands when Ellen was on deck.

Ellen will be missed.

With sympathy,

Elaine Andrews
Retired Superior Court Judge

Dani & Skip...our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jennifer & Robby Carson

My sincerest condolences Brian, Dani, Kevin, and Ellen's sister's, Diane and Jan.


I had the privilege to share wonderful times with Ellen. She was one of my truest friends. Playing the game of tennis along side her was a testament to her outlook on life. To Ellen, being 'down love five in the third' only meant that we were still in it. That we still had a chance. Optimism was truly one of her greatest strengths.


Having a friend like Ellen meant I was either dirty from cleaning and organizing with her, sweaty from chasing down lobs, or beautifully dressed to the nines along side her. Ellen was the best kind of friend to have.


One one of our trips together, we went to Las Vegas to compete in World Team Tennis. We could only talk of a hot shower and a good nights sleep during the flight. Soon after we checked into the "world famous" Circus Circus, we got that hot shower and were ready for that good nights sleep. 'Old Yeller' was on the television when we noticed the lights of Vegas slowly starting to shine as the sun began to set. Ellen went to the window for a better look at the situation, she then turned to me with an adventurous smile and said, "Are you ready?" So much for that good nights sleep.


Being with Ellen was always a good time. If you forgot something or needed something, chances are she would have something that would suffice in her purse! She had the best stocked purse ever! Grooming aids, notions, pharmaceuticals and protein bars, could always be found in there! Not to mention a photo album of her beloved family.


I will always smile when I think of Ellen. Because of all those wonderful times we shared.


Rest in peace Ellen.


Your Friend,

Darla

Our condolences to all of you. Just wanted to let you know that we'll miss Ellen. John & I first met her & Russ at Kevin's baseball games back in the late 80s and I worked with Ellen for many years at the Court System. She was a wonderful co-worker and friend - always cheerful and positive. I am proud to have known & learned from her!

My sincere condolences to Brian, Dani, Kevin, and Ellen's sisters, Diane and Jan.

Ellen was a wonderful friend and terrific neighbor. I thoroughly enjoyed growing up next to the Mulders.

I always enjoyed my time on the tennis courts with Ellen and members of the family. She thoroughly enjoyed the game, and made it fun for all her partners and opponents. All of us are hoping she has a wonderful time in heaven, playing hours of tennis and laughing often. We are also hopeful there will be a good tennis pro in heaven that can fix her awkward serve and funny backhand.

Ellen loved to garden. In the summer months, I can remember watching her pull weeds well after midnight. Oddly, around 2 a.m.--after Ellen had gone to bed-- we neighbors would also observe her husband, Russ, re-planting those same weeds to keep Ellen busy and happy. Good times!

We will miss you Ellen. Rest in Peace. You deserve it. We love you!

John Hendrickson