Ella Shell Obituary
Ella Louise Shell, 71, of Ambridge, died Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at Heritage Valley Beaver.
Born March 27, 1953, in Greenville, South Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Robert James Lawrence and Rosalie Martin Ellis and raised by stepfather Roscoe Ellis Sr.
She is survived by her husband, Rushel Shell Sr.; two sons, Rushel (Melissa) Shell Jr. ,and late Micheal Martin; daughter, Rebecca Shell; three brothers, Christopher (Kelly) Ellis, Roscoe Ellis Jr., and Florence Albert Ellis; two sisters, Cora Mae Vance, and Lorraine Ellis; twelve grandchildren and many great grandchildren.
Ella was a wonderful soul that worked at J&L for 10+ years and retired from HBC with 20+ years. When she wasn’t working she loved going to bingo; sports games to watch her grandchildren play; going to dinner at eat n park; and getting a sweet treat at her favorite ice cream shop.
As per Ella’s wishes, all services were private. Flowers and cards can be sent to 280 14th Street Apt2 Ambridge PA 15003
Professional Services were entrusted to CORLESS-MATTER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, LLC, 1133 Church Street, Ambridge.
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