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Ellen Shellhart Obituary

Ellen Marie Shellhart, born in McPherson, Kansas passed away October 7, 2007. She was known as Ellie, and she leaves her loving husband, Dr. Bill Shellhart, Christine Delaney-Haynes (Willie), daughter Vicky Erskine (Dave), Ruthie Schneider (Gene). She was preceded in death by her children, Terri Tack, Shay Worster, Steven Delaney and stepson Mark Shellhart. She also leaves behind step daughter, Karen Huston (Sid), stepson, Dr. Craig Shellhart (Cammie). She leaves six grandchildren, six great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. Her memorial service will be held Friday, October 12 at 1:30 pm at United Methodist Church Lehmberg Chapel, downtown Colorado Springs. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests making donations to Compassion International or World Wildlife Fund.

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Published by The Gazette on Oct. 10, 2007.

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Chris & Sue Keh Bennett

October 15, 2007

Dearest Shellhart Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I know this is beyond trying to have lost two precious family members, but during this great sadness, please try to take some comfort in knowing you have prayers and support coming from friends everywhere to help you through this.

God bless,
Chris & Sue Keh Bennett

Richard A. Covarrubias, Jr.

October 13, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Although I wasn't lucky enough to have known Elli personally, being a close friend of both Mark and Kirk, I felt as though I'd known Elli quite well. The loss of either of these extra special people is tragic, but losing both in such quick succession must be completely and utterly devastating to all who knew and loved them both. May the peace of the Lord be with you, and bring you comfort in your time of mourning. God Bless.

Jim and Sarah Boitos

October 12, 2007

Sarah and I send our love and most heartfelt condolences for this great personal loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Kathy (Gilkey) Paranto

October 11, 2007

Dear Ruthie & Gene,
Your Mother was a precious jewel. My heart is saddened by your loss. I love you!

Kim Carlson

October 11, 2007

To Ruthie and the rest of your family, and to Bill and his family, we just grieve with you in your loss. I remember Ellen well as a very sweet person with a ready smile and a kind word. I know she will be greatly missed by all.

Jill Pruett

October 10, 2007

Karen
I am so sorry for your loss and for Bill too. Ellen was such a beautiful woman whose smile lit up the room when she walked in. I remember her and Bill's wedding reception and they were so in love. She was quite the blushing bride. Your dad Bill and Ellen seemed made for each other! Again send everyone my love and know you are all in my prayers.((hugs))

Take Care
Jill(Smith)Pruett

Ruthie Schneider

October 10, 2007

Mom, You will always be the matriarch and the parent you were meant to be. What hurt you can hurt you no more. Gene and I spent great years together with you and are honored to have had you live in our home and see you marry Bill. You got to do alot of fun things with Cicely and Bob your traveling companions. You met great people and shared your compassion and love with the less fortunate through Compassion International. You sponsored many children through this organization and so that they may of had a life. You loved all your dog and bird friends, especially Buddy your shitzu. Your love of the wild animal kingdom was all over your house in prints. You shared much with the World Wild Life fund for all of God's wild kingdom. Your favorite animal was the Panda. The Daughters of the Nile is where you meant many great friends, their traditions, and enjoyed all of the community activities for the poor and needy. You had great neighbors. Thanks for your unconditional love. As a believer you are "home" now with your maker and beloved children and friends who passed before you. You'll always be with us mom, everyday! I'll miss our phone conversations, your love and guidance. Gene will miss you as he found you when his mother had passed away and had the many benefits of a loving parent and friend. You were trully a classy lady and loved life. You loved family get togethers, cooking, and laughing. You were an incredible card player and friend to many. I have no regrets, love and great memories. Kisses mom. Love Ruthie and Gene

Mark A. Shellhart & Kirk Lisuzzo

KIRK LISUZZO

October 10, 2007

Dearest Elli,
I miss your robust smile and our Dear Mark Shellhart so dearly, I was reminiscing the great times we cherished with Doc and Mark at al Gelato restaurant in Beverly Hills, CA.My Mother Clare remembers how much you missed her delicious cappuccinos. I bring you and Mark one on my way up. I miss and LOVE you Elli very much, Love Kirk

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