John Douglas Ellsworth

John Douglas Ellsworth obituary, Sarasota, FL

John Douglas Ellsworth

John Ellsworth Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Maloney Funeral Home - Sarasota on Nov. 22, 2024.

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John Ellsworth, 70, of Sarasota, FL, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2024. He was born on July 29, 1954, to Irvin and Barbara Ellsworth.
John was a loving son, father, grandfather and friend. He was a dedicated member of his community a talented drummer and loved anything to do with the water.
John is survived by his mother, Barbara; his children, Carly (Justin) and JD; and his grandson, Jackson.
A memorial service will be held at 2.00 PM on Sunday December 8, 2024, at the Trinity United Methodist of Sarasota, FL. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Florida Swims Foundation.

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