Ellen Wolanski Obituary
Ellen is survived by her loving husband Donald Wolanski, her son Jason and wife Lianne Briggs, her daughter Sarah and husband Dave Denton, her sister Georgianna Sutliffe, and her grandchildren Justin, Talia, Liam, and Madeline.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, November 8 at Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services 3975 Wedgewood Lane, The Villages, FL 32162. Visitation 1:00PM-2:00PM and service at 2:00PM. A reception will follow.
In lieu of flowers and other gifts, memorial donations in Ellen's name can be made to the VITAS Community Connection, a Hospice service provider www.vitascommunityconnection.org.
Her loving spirit, beautiful smile, generous heart, kindness, and unwavering dedication to family will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Susan Allocco
November 23, 2025
I am shocked to learn of Ellen´s passing over a year ago. I only found out today, 11/23/25. We were friends for over 20 years, had many good times and she was a wonderful person. Don, her children, and grandchildren, I am so very sorry for your loss and this late response.
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frances lynch
November 6, 2024
Don and beloved family,
John and I were so very sorry to hear of Ellen´s passing. Our heart breaks for you. May your loving memories sustain you in this time of grief, and May Ellen rest in eternal peace
Xo John and Fran
frances lynch
November 6, 2024
Don and beloved family,
John and I are so very sorry to hear of Ellen´s passing. Our heart breaks for you. May she rest in eternal peace and May your loving memories sustain you in this time of grief.
Xo John and Fran Lynch
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