GLENS FALLS – Francine M. Ellis, 59, of Elizabeth St., passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 1, 2017, at her home.
Born on July 30, 1957, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Philomena (Salustra) Merrill.
Francine was a graduate of Schuylerville High School.
Throughout her life, Francine worked for Indian River Nursing home, Wesley Nursing home and Interm Health Care.
She cherished her dog pumpkin. Francine enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, traveling, doing puzzles, watching Law and Order, the ocean and when she could, gardening.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her first husband, Donald Anderson and her second husband, Randy Ellis, and her siblings, Margret Merrill, Patricia Purdy and Lindon Merrill.
She is survived by her children, Jennifer Gilles and her husband, Neil of Queensbury, Lisa Springer and her husband, Justin of Fort Edward and Jammie Durkee and her husband Justin of Argyle; her grandchildren, Aleisha, Woodbeck, Ryan Woodbeck, Emily Gilles and Samuel Gilles, Olivia Anderson, Jacob Durkee, Riley Springer, Benjamin Springer and Matthew Springer; her step children, Cameron Ellis and Travis Ellis; and her siblings, Ardelle McGrane, Norma Fox, Deborah Carter, Melissa Merrill, Bonnie Lee Burnette, Jackie Germain and Angela Sweet.
Friends may call on Friday, June 9, 2017, from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St. in Hudson Falls.
Burial will be with her second husband, Randy Ellis at the Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Stillwater at the convenience of the family.
So sorry for your loss , RIP Fran , you will not be forgotten .
So sorry for your loss , RIP Fran .
It is with a deep sadness to learn of your loss. It is hard to lose someone you love, but even harder still, when that person is your Mother, whose place no one can fill.
Respectfully,
Uncle Richard and Aunt Yolie
I was shocked to learn you had left us. Rest in Peace Fran. Give hugs to your Mom and Dad for me. Condolences to the family, you were like a little sister to me. May God Bless all <3
I am So sorry to hear of Fran’s passing. My deepest condolences and prayers for her family