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Thomas Ellis Obituary

Ellis Jr., Thomas J. 82, peacefully in his sleep at home after a long illness, beloved husband of Lucille (nee Clerken), loving father of Maureen, Thomas J. III (Linda), Kathie Maher, Monica Bernard, Gregory (Linda), Mary Patrice and Thereza, fond grandfather of Christopher (Rachael), Jennifer, Roman, Lauren, Edward, Colleen and Nicole, dear brother of Catherine Barrett, Ann Orlandi, the late Eileen O'Boyle, the late Claire Sypin and the late James J. Ellis, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Retired Chicago Fire Department Engineer. WWII Marine Veteran. Memorial service Saturday, at 10 a.m. - St. Daniel the Prophet Church, 5330 S. Nashville, Chicago, IL. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from May 8 to May 9, 2003.

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Kathy Mitchell

May 9, 2003

I am thinking of you with deepest sympathy and warm regards. I am so sorry for your loss.

Phil & Jane Brannon

May 9, 2003

While we both wiil be away on Saturday, our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. Love and strength to you to carry you through these sorrowful times, our dear friends.



May 8,2002

Bobbie Klimkowski

May 8, 2003

I was very sorry to hear of Mr. Ellis' passing. I did not know him personally; I am a friend of his daughter Monica. I will keep the Ellis family in my prayers during this very difficult time.

Fr. Tom Mulcrone

May 8, 2003

Dear Family,

I'm sorry that I won't be able to attend Tom's Mass on Saturday so please accept my condolences.

On Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, we will hold our Annual C.F.D. Memorial Day Parade and Mass at H0oly Family Church, 1120 W. Roosevelt Rd., Chicago. The parade begins at 9:30am followed by the mass at 10am. During the mass we read a roll call of all our deceased and Tom's name will be among them. For more info call 312/738-9246.



Fr. Tom Mulcrone

Chaplain, C.F.D.

Da;e & David Wozniak

May 8, 2003

We would like to offer our deepest sympathy to the entire Ellis family. We are long time friends of Tom & Linda and just wanted all of you to know our prayers are with you.

Dan Petrik

May 8, 2003

My condolences to the wonderful Ellis family. While I did not know Mr. Thomas Ellis personally, I felt I knew him through his daughter Monica. She always spoke with such affection, love and respect for her father. My deepest sympathy for the family and may Mr. Thomas Ellis rest in peace.

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