Ellu Ratsep Eller

Ellu Ratsep Eller

Ellu Eller Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 20, 2008.
Loving mother, grandmother and friend to many, ELLU RATSEP ELLER, born November 14, 1936, passed away in Houston, TX. Ellu went to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 17, 2008. Ellu was a graduate of the University of Toronto and worked as a real estate broker in the 70's and 80's. She was involved in her community and enjoyed life to the fullest; always fueled with excitement and vigor. She was preceded in death by her parents, Oskar and Emilie Ratsep, of Tallinn, Estonia and her companion, Joe C. Eller, of Houston, TX. Ellu is survived by her beloved son, Paul K. Broughton, and his son Paul K. Broughton II, as well as Cynthia C. Broughton; all of Houston. Friends are invited to visit with the family from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Monday, July 21, 2008 at Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home, 12800 Westheimer. The family will also receive friends beginning at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, July 22, 2008 at Memorial Lutheran Church, 5800 Westheimer at Bering, where a 10 a.m. funeral service will be held. Interment will follow in Forest Park Westheimer Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to Memorial Lutheran Church and School in loving memory of Ellu R. Eller.

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July 24, 2008

Hannes Timpman posted to the memorial.

July 24, 2008

Philip Benson posted to the memorial.

July 23, 2008

Monica Voss Reiersen posted to the memorial.

Hannes Timpman

July 24, 2008

Our Dearest Ellu,
We miss you and will cherish the memories forever of the times we shared. Pookie (Alexandra) will miss her beautiful Estonian Grandma and you will live in our hearts for all the days to come!!! Love, Hannes, Phyllis & Alexandra

Philip Benson

July 24, 2008

Paul

Really can't believe it. Aunt Ellu was more than an Aunt... she was like a best friend, second mom, and mentor all rolled together. All of my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I know we all have had hectic lives of late that has made it hard to all stay in touch as much as we would all like. I was lucky enough to hear from your mom in December when she was here visiting Aunt Sirja and unfortunately, our ships passed on the sea. Between great spirits like your mom and my dad, we have incredibly large shoes to fill. We have our work cut out. Talk to you soon.

My deepest sympathies,
Phil

Monica Voss Reiersen

July 23, 2008

Dear Paul
Very sorry and shocked for the loss of your Mother, which I just learned about. She was an old friend and I will miss her. My deepest sympathy.
Monica Voss Reiersen
Adrianna & Katarina
Karin Sundler (Sweden)

Martha Tillman

July 22, 2008

To Paul, Paul Kent and Cynthia:
Jason, his family and I are very sadden to hear that your beautiful Mother has passed on to be with the Lord. You are in our prayers and we know you find comfort in God's strength and love in your time of sorrow. Ellu lived live to the fullest and we were thrilled to have known her.

Martha and family

Vanessa Frost Ellis

July 22, 2008

Dear Paul,
So sorry for your loss, your mother was always the life of the party and will be dearly missed. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family.

Jeanette Frost Pettit

July 22, 2008

To Ellu' Family,
She was always such a joy to be around. I have know her for many years, and I'm shocked to hear the news. You are in my prayers.
Love, Jeanette

Paul Lodholz

July 22, 2008

Paul, Paul Kent and Cynthia,
A strong measure of the love of our Lord to you each of you in this time of grieving. Life on earth is so precious and so fleeting. What sadness we feel when a love one dies, what joy we sense when we realize the unbounding love of the father and the blessing of eternal life through his son, our Lord Jesus Christ. Be strong of heart, be confident in Christ and be thankful for the time that was given for this early pilgrimage.

Your Brother in Christ, Paul

Ellu, Paul, Paul & I @ my Estonian Party Nov' 07

Helen Arnold

July 22, 2008

Dear Paul & your son Paul!
It is big shock to me, so I can imagine what it must feel to you guys! But we all had fun with Ellu and that's what life is all about! I loved her Estonian Sauerkraut that she made for my party!! Stay Strong!

XOXOXOX,
Helen

Stan Simmons

July 21, 2008

To Ellu's Family & Friends,
Our heartfelt condolences are extended to each of you in the loss
of this special lady. We observed and heard her speak of the love she has for each of you. Along with you we will miss her passion for life. Here's to You Ellu, thanks for sharing some of our life steps.
Your Bolton Place Neighbors,
Stan Simmons & Orlando Fonseca.

Mari Lippus

July 21, 2008

Dear Ellu, you will be deeply missed by your family and friends here in Estonia.Rest in peace.
Oled meile kallis!
Our condolences to Paul, Paul Kent
and Cynthia!
Mari and family

mary randsalu

July 20, 2008

Dear Paul,
The loss of your mother has come as a great shock and loss. While I may be in Ontario, my thoughts are with you and your family.

My deepest condolences.
Mary

Robert Burmeister

July 20, 2008

Dear Heavenly Father, help us to look to you in this time of bereavement, remembering that we too will one day see you and all the faithful saints in your presence; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. Paul, Paul Kent, and Cynthia, I am saddened by the loss of your mother and my friend, Ellu. Please accept my sincere condolences. We can draw comfort in the knowledge that Ellu's baptism has been brought to completion. Let us always remember that just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.

Cynthia Crump Broughton

July 20, 2008

God's Blessings to both Paul and PK and all of Ellu's dear friends and extended family. She truly left on imprint on all of our hearts. Love you "Grandma"!! You are with your Lord and Savior now and your heart and mind are at eternal peace.
Love,
Cynthia Crump Broughton

Larry Thomas

July 20, 2008

Dear Paul,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Love in Christ,

Marty & Larry Thomas

Paul Broughton

July 20, 2008

Dear Mom, I love you with all my heart and soul. Cynthia, Paul Kent and I miss you terrilbly. You are now with God and reunited with Emma and Issa (Estonian), as well as Joe.
Love,
Paul

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