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Gary ELLINGSON Obituary

ELLINGSON, Gary Neil born September 28, 1943, in Boise, ID; later resided in Albuquerque, NM then Tucson, AZ. He passed at home on February 9, 2017 of pulmonary fibrosis after surviving cancer, at the age of 73. Predeceased by his parents, Ruby and Richard Ellingson. Also by two brothers, Robert Ellingson and Ernest Ellingson; and two sisters, Ruth Nettleton and Charlotte Toll. He is survived by his wife, Doris, and their daughters, Shelly Zellner and Shawna Lee; nine grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and three sisters, Marie Chalifoux, Esther Hansen and Barbara Ellingson Buennagel. Army from 1960-1963 101st Airborne. He loved dancing with his wife. Hobbies: Jeep Club, RC plane builder, built a '33 Ford Vicky, volunteer work, wood and metal sculpture. A Moose member. He was a generous friend to everyone and deeply loved his family. No services.
Published by Arizona Daily Star on Feb. 14, 2017.

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Tim and Judy Mcfadden

February 8, 2021

Gary is missed very much by everyone who knew him. He was always a kind and generous person. His talent for making the animal figures for his yard was a sight to behold. We think of him often.

Tim & Judy McFadden

February 9, 2018

This is a great memory of a wonderful person. Facebook isn't the same without you, we think of you often.

February 17, 2017

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 119:76.

Donna Alderson/Isaacson

February 15, 2017

Doris and family I am so sorry for your loss! Remember great keeping runs and many parties! He was a great person!!

Tim & Judy McFadden

February 15, 2017

Doris and family, our deepest sympathy goes out to you. Gary was one that will never be forgotten, he had such a big heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Wendy Surprise

February 14, 2017

Doris and family,
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved Gary.
Words are never adequate in times like these. I know the loss is great, but you are blessed to have a wonderful family, srrounding you with love.
You are in my thoughts and prayers, as well as in the hearts of those who love you. You have a special group of "Sisters", we are here when you need us.

Aslong as we love the ones we lose, we never lose the ones we love.

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