Robert Cecil "Pops" Ellenwood

Went home to be with the Lord April 1, 2007 at Dominican Hospital. He was 87 years old.

Robert was born in 1920 in San Jose California. He is the son of the late Rev. Cecil and Marie Ellenwood. He became a draftsmen at a young age designing his first house at age 17 that still stands today in Watsonville, Ca. From that point on he dreamed of one day becoming a city planner. He joined the army was involved with the planning of Fort Ord in Seaside, Ca. He was later stationed in New Guinea during WWII, but was sent home after contracting tuberculosis. He spent almost a year in Brahms General Hospital until he was released for being healed by "divine intervention". After the war he continued drafting eventually he started his own blueprint business in La Selva Beach, Ca. His dream of becoming a Planner came true in 1967 when he began working for the City of Watsonville, eventually becoming the Planning Director, a position he was very proud of. He retired in 1984. He continued to be active in his son's businesses. He enjoyed many hobbies and activities including; fishing, photography, drawing, music, playing guitar and harmonica. He was a gifted artist creating many charcoal portraits and pets for family and friends. His favorite music was hymns, Sons of the Pioneers and Montavani. He enjoyed Bible study and teaching Sunday School. His love for God was evident in all he did. He was always generous to his family and friends.

Robert is survived by his brother Richard Ellenwood, children; Penny Young, Pam Opdyke, Jeff Andrews, Robert and David Ellenwood, nieces and nephew; Kathy Clark, Karen Retzer, Misty Stephenson and Christopher Ellenwood. Many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great, great grandchildren.

Service will be held Thursday, April 5, 2007 at 10:30 am at the Pajaro Valley Memorial Park. Hecker Pass Rd. Watsonville, Ca. Viewing between 8:00-10:00 am at Mehl's Colonial Chapel 222 East Lake Ave. Watsonville, CA 95076 831 724-7524 Flowers can be sent to Mehl's. Reception at noon at Santa Cruz Bible Church 440 Frederick St. Santa Cruz, CA 95062 831 429-1162.

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