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Helen Ellis

1947 - 2018

Helen Ellis obituary, 1947-2018, 1. New Hanover, NC

BORN

1947

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel - Wilmington

4108 S. College Rd

Wilmington, North Carolina

Helen Ellis Obituary

HELEN ELLIS Helen Blanton Ellis, of Wilmington, passed away on her 71st birthday, August 6, 2018 at Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove. She was born on August 6, 1947 in Wallace to the late James Cameron Blanton and Mary Magdalene Johnson Blanton. She loved to read, to plant flowers in her garden, a lover of the ocean, listening to Celine Dion, crafts, traveling to visit her brother Gene but mostly she loved her children. As a mother and a childcare teacher for 16 years nothing made her happier than caring for others. Helen is survived by her husband of 41 years, Allen James (Chip) Ellis; her six children, James William (Billy) Aycock, Jr., Cheryl Ellis Shannon and significant other Brian Myrick, Crystal Ellis, Carrie Marie Houston and significant other Michael Wrenn, Terrie Garner and Shane Shaffer, all of Wilmington; her five grandchildren, Jason Douglas Shannon, Charlee Brooke Aycock, Joshua Taylor Houston, Isabella Grace Preacher and Elijah Michael Preacher; her great granddaughter, Kynlee Renee Shannon; her brother, Gene Blanton and wife Carolyn of California; many nieces and nephews and a lot of family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her two sisters Betty and Bobby and her brother Stanley. A visitation will be held from 10AM-12PM on Saturday, August 11, 2018 at Andrews Valley Chapel, 4108 S. College Rd. Wilmington followed by a Celebration of Life at River Road Park from 1-5pm at 6500 River Road, Wilmington, NC 28412. In lieu of flowers please make donations in honor of her to Elderhaus, 2222 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401. Condolences may be made at www.andrewsmortuary.com

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Published by Wilmington Star-News from Aug. 8 to Aug. 9, 2018.

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Steve Gilmore

August 11, 2018

Sorry for the loss to Chip and family.Helen was a great person and nurturer.May God bless all of the family and friends.

Shannon, Gabriel and Savannah Magdaleno

August 11, 2018

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Pam Kobierowski

August 9, 2018

Awww... Ms. Helen, Ms. Helen, Ms. Helen... Helen was my daughter Hailey's 3yr old class teacher at CFP. We have so many wonderful memories of her. She had a tremendous love for the children she worked with and they loved her right back! We will always cherish our time with Ms. Helen & the rest of our CFP "Family". Billy, Charlee & the rest of the family, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this time.

Linda Elmore

August 9, 2018

As I often think of time working with Helen preparing children for their future I am reminded of how much she loved her responsibility. As we went to college together and worked together on so many projects . Helen always put her heart in what she did. Wish I could be there Helen to celebrate your life and see your wonderful family many of whom I know. Chip, Billy and family I will be thinking of all of you. Take Care.

Brenda Gudanowski

August 9, 2018

She was a great long time friend from when we were teenagers. She was a loving person. Helen was always wIlling to help do what she could to help others. She loved taking care of people. I Loved her very much. I will miss her termendiously. Love you Helen. You taught your loving children very well.

Cheryle Shaffer

August 9, 2018

My sincerest sympathy to all her family and friends. We we're blessed to know such a humble, loving, strong woman. I will always miss her and the special bond we shared. God bless all of you. Memmie Shaffer

David Swain.

August 8, 2018

Love you Aunt Helen, may you have piece. Your heart will be missed

Brenda Powell

August 8, 2018

I'll always have a smile when I think of you. You had the most beautiful way of showing how my you cared for those around you. I wish we had of been able to enjoy more time together. I love you and think of you always.

Dayna Blanton

August 8, 2018

I had the opportunity of meeting Helen and seeing how much she loved her family and children. Helen was loved by so many. I have heard many wonderful stories about Helen from Gene and Carolyn. Helen, may you enjoy heaven and watch over all of your children.

David Marlowe

August 8, 2018

I'm going to miss you aunt Helen ik your up there with my mom. Love you

Martha Register

August 8, 2018

Worked with helen for many years! She was a wonderful caring person. She so enjoyed working with the children and the children loved their ms.helen. Prayers go out to her wonderful family.

Donna Horvath

August 8, 2018

So sorry for your loss and sorry for Helens family in this time of mourning.

Sue Ellis

August 8, 2018

Chip and family
Our Heartfelt condolences to you during this trying and difficult time. May fond memories help during this time

Sue Farmer

August 8, 2018

I had the privilege
and blessing to work with Helen for over 10 years. She was the most caring individual and what a heart for others and her family!Terrie,Carrie,friends and family...you are in my prayers.

Savannah Knapp

August 8, 2018

My heart breaks for the loss of such an amazing woman. Mrs. Helen was my preschool teacher and then my mentor when I was in high school early childhood education and was assigned her daycare. Me and my brother spent many days at Mrs Helens house with Terrie and Carrie as we were growing up. She will be missed my many. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Kathy Brassard

August 8, 2018

So sorry Billy and Charlee
We love you
Bill and Kathy

Carolyn Blanton

August 8, 2018

What I remember most about Helen was her fierce love of family and friends! She will be missed by everyone that had the priveledge of knowing this caring and beautiful woman!

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Aug

11

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel - Wilmington

4108 S. College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412

Aug

11

Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

River Road Park

NC

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Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel - Wilmington

4108 S. College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412

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