Cecil Ellender Obituary
Cecil Ellender, born September 01, 1949, in Sulphur, LA, passed away on March 1, 2024 at his home in Gonzales, LA, at the age of 74. Cecil was a football enthusiast. He was preceded in death by his mother, Velma Ellender. Cecil is survived by his two daughters, M.H. and Penny Ellender; 3 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Church Funeral Services and Crematory.
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