PHILLIPS – Doris May Ellis, 92, passed away on Dec. 21, 2017 at Sandy River Center in Farmington.
She was born on March 31, 1925 in Topsham, the daughter of Everett and Ruth (Ridlon) Christopher. Doris attended Rangeley High School, and then Saugus (MA) Latin High School, graduating in the class of 1943.
On Feb. 10, 1947, Doris married Lawrence Ray Ellis in Farmington. He predeceased her on May 15, 2005. Over the years, she worked as a clerk at Dill’s Clothing, Edmund’s Red and White, and Edmund’s Market in Phillips. She was a member of the Phillips Congregational Church, where she and her husband sang in the choir for many years, and Past Worthy Matron of Oppalunski Chapter #125 O.E.S. In Phillips. Doris cooked many meals for her children and grandchildren, always having homemade doughnuts that she shared with anyone who stopped by. She loved to sing and dance with Ray “Bumpa”, passing on her love of music to others around her. Doris enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, knitting, talking on the phone with family and friends, and loved watching sports, especially her Celtics and Red Sox.
Doris is survived by; her sons, Michael R. Ellis and wife Vivian “Patsy” of Farmington, Nathan W. Ellis and wife Karen of Brentwood, NH; her grandsons, Kyle P. Ellis and wife Stephani of Wilton, Corey M. Ellis of Farmington; her granddaughters, Jennifer Merriam and husband Jeff and their son Tyler of Portsmouth, NH, Kera J. Ellis of Farmington; and her great granddaughter, Halle M. Hutchinson of Farmington.
Donations in Doris’s memory may be made to the Phillips Public Library, PO Box O, Phillips, ME 04966.
On Saturday, Dec. 30, 2017, visitation will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., with a service starting at 12:15 p.m. conducted by the Oppalunski Chapter #125, Order of the Eastern Star, at the Phillips Congregational Church, 4 Sawyer St., in Phillips. Graveside services will be held in the spring of 2018 at the Mile Square Cemetery in Avon. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 488 Farmington Falls Rd., Farmington, ME 04938.
Condolences Mike, Nathan and family. A nice lady. Good memories from “back in the day”.
Our condolences to the family.
Doris and Ray are remembered from our Maine Warden Service days.
Nice folks – fond memories.
Dear Jenn and Jeff and Tyler,
We are sorry for your loss. Our recent conversation omitted this news. The holidays will be different for you without your loved one.
We love you,
Judith and Gary
Condolences to all the Family, She was such a lovely Lady. You are all in my thoughts and Prayers
So sorry for your loss💜. Thinking of all of you.
To Kyle and Steph and family so sorry for your loss.
Truly sorry for your loss., Mike, Patsy, Nathan and family. Mrs. Ellis was always so friendly and gracious to us. Such a kind and special lady will be missed by many.
Mike, Nathan and family,
Was so saddened to hear of Aunt Dot’s passing. She was one of the dearest ladies I have ever had in my life. I am blessed to have the memories of her and Uncle Ray and using the camp. My grandson Nathan loved her so much. Please know I am thinking of you at this very difficult time. Good bless. Nancy