In loving memory of
Carol E. Ellison

• February 10, 1944
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• May 08, 2024

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Ellison, Carol E., (nee Duffy), age 80 of Palm Harbor, Florida, passed away at home May 8, 2024. Carol was predeceased by her adult children Amanda Ellison and Christopher Ellison, her brother Bill Duffy, sister Barbara J.Fullerton and her parents John and Helen Duffy. She leaves behind a large and loving family that include her daughter Maureen Sofia Geisler (Eric), grandchildren Patrick J. Mahoney, Katherine Mahoney Bombaci (Danny), Emily Mahoney, Lauren Ellison, Victoria Ellison, Noah Chandler, Ava Chandler, great granddaughter Skylar Mahoney, former son-in-law Patrick Mahoney, many cousins, nieces, nephews and a wide circle of friends.
As the eldest of ten children, she was called on to look after her younger siblings from an early age. She was close with her seven remaining siblings John (Barbara), Tom (Tracy), Dale (Art), T.R. (Joy), Chris, Lorraine (David) and Veronica (Mike), who will miss her forever.
Carol had a full and eventful life that included returning to college in her 60’s to earn a Bachelor’s degree, owning a real estate agency in Bayville, NY, a brief stint in banking and serving as the case intake manager for a U.S. Congressman for nearly 15 years until her retirement last year.
She was deeply religious and enjoyed spending time with family and friends, attending the theater, movies and concerts; reading and dining out. Carol will be sorely missed by those who knew and loved her.
A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, June 15, 2 pm at Calvary Church, 110 McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater, Florida 33759 followed by a reception where light refreshments will be served.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Carol’s name to charities that support veterans and those struggling with addictions.