Ronald (Ron) Ellis

ELLIS, Ronald (Ron). On Monday 24th October 2016, peacefully in Whakatane; in his 84th year. Best pal and loving husband of Shirley (nee Leith). Much loved and treasured dad of Marion (deceased), Rhonda Holder and Ian Maclean (Aust), Gary, Neryl and Hemi Wereta (Aust), Carey and Gummy Gray. Special mate and Grandad to 14 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Ron will be lying in state at his home until his funeral service at 11am on Friday 28th October in the chapel of Willetts Funeral Services Ltd, 21 King Street, Whakatane followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations would be appreciated to St John Ambulance, PO Box 154, Whakatane or may be left at the service. Communications please to the Ellis Family, C/- PO Box 2070, Whakatane.