It is with great sorrow and regret that we announce the passing of a very special lady, Mary Ellen Donley Ellis.

The world lost a touch of class on June 1 ^st when Mary was called to her heavenly home. She had graced this world with her presence for 72 years. In the workforce she was a top salesperson in the furniture business for many years. She had a talent for decorating and helped many families fulfill their vision of what the perfect home would look like. Mary enjoyed her work and won multiple honors and awards in her field.

In her private life she was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was caring with a great sense of humor and carried herself with class in all aspects of her life.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Frank Ray Donley, and Juanita Nacoma Boone. Four Brothers, Frank Donley, Bill (Judy) Donley, Bobby Jo Donley, and Junior Smith. One sister, Betty Donley.

Mrs. Ellis is Survived by her two sons and daughter in law, Steve (Regina) Krapf and Joe Sullivan. Her husband Allen Ellis and his sons, Allen (Rachel) Ellis, Daniel Ellis, and Jordan (Elizabeth) Ellis. Two sisters, Wanda Donley Lucas (Mack) and Beatrice Donley Gladden. A host of grandchildren and two beautiful great granddaughters. Mary will surely be missed by all.

A celebration of life memorial service will be held on June 11 ^th at noon at Addison Church of God.

Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the Ellis Family.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy can be posted to www.cullmanfuneralhome.com for the Ellis family.