(March 7, 1931 - June 7, 2023)
Passed away peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 with family by his side.
Beloved husband of Hazel for 70 years. Cherished father of the late Donald, Mark (Bonnie), Peter, and Perry (Jeanette). Grandfather of David, Stephanie (Sky), Jessica (Yevgeny), and Jennifer (William). Great-grandfather of Oliver, Isaac, and Clara. Son of the late Everett and Theresa Prendergast. Predeceased by his siblings Leonard, Beatrice, and Anna.
Ellis was born in South Teteagouche, New Brunswick. At age 16, he was working as a helper to the gardener at the summer home of Sir James Dunn. Sir James asked him what he would like to do with his life and Ellis said "I would like to be a cabinet maker." "Oh", Sir James Dunn said - a carpenter "I know just the place for you." "I'm president of a steel mill in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, they make all kinds of things there, you can be a carpenter apprentice and learn the trade. I will send you there with a recommendation." Before he could catch his breath, a 16 year old was on his way to the Soo. Ellis worked at Algoma Steel until he retired in 1987. He married his wife Hazel Kerr in 1953.
Family and friends are invited to gather at the Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington St. E. 705-759-2522) on Saturday, June 10th, 2023 from 10:30 am until 11:30 am. A funeral service will follow at 12 pm in the Fireside Room. Interment Greenwood Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to view the service online starting at 12:00 pm Saturday, June 10, 2023 and can be viewed anytime up to 90 days, go to www.funeraweb.tv and select Ellis's name. Memorial contributions payable by cheque or online to A.R.C.H. or the Sault Area Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.
Special thank you to nurse Tracy Vanderloo who's been an angel of care and friend to our family, we consider you part of our family. The nurses and staff of 3A at the Sault Area Hospital, PSW's that came to the house, especially Amanda for their care and compassion. So many people have been kind to us, we apologize if we missed anyone, we are beyond thankful for everyone's support. Ellis was a dedicated christian and was ready to go to his heavenly home.
Absent from the body - Present with the Lord.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.arthurfuneralhome.com for the Prendergast family.