Ellen Hazel Whelpley
1927-2017
It is with appreciation for a life well-lived that the family
of Ellen Whelpley announces her passing, which occurred peacefully on
Monday, May 15, 2017 at the Church of St. John & St. Stephen
Home surrounded by those she loved. Born in Saint John on April 29,
1927, she was a daughter of the late Frank Best and Mary (Waters)
(Best) Long.
Ellen loved to knit, as well as maintain her beautiful
vegetable and flower gardens which she was able to enjoy until last
year. She was also an avid hunter, and took great pride emparting her
expertise on other members of her family.
Ellen will be missed by her daughters: Mary Arthurs, Martha
Crabbe, Laura Mills (the late William) and Paula Whelpley; eight
granchildren; eight great grandchildren; as well as all those whose
lives she touched in her lifetime. In addition to her parents, Ellen
was predeceased by her husband, John M. Whelpley who passed away in
2005; and her daughters, Nancy and Susan Whelpley.
Ellen’s Family wishes to express their sincere
thanks to the staff of the Church of St. John & St. Stephen
Home for the excellent care she received during her stay
with them.
Arrangements are under the care of
Brenan’s Bay View Funeral Home, 1461
Manawagonish Road, Saint John, NB (634-7425). In
keeping with Ellen’s wishes, a graveside service will be
held on Friday, May 19, 2017 at 1:00 pm at Hardings Point Cemetery.
For those who wish, remembrances made to the Canadian Cancer Society,
Parkinson Society, or any charity of the donor’s choice
would be appreciated by the family.
www.BrenansFH.com

Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Ellen Hazel Whelpley – 1927-2017.source

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