Trudy L. Ellis
AUGUSTA – With heavy hearts but immense gratitude for the joy she brought to our lives, we announce that Trudy L. Ellis passed away peacefully on Jan. 3, 2025, surrounded by her family.
She was born in Waterville on May 25, 1948, to Arnold and Alta Giroux. She attended Sacred Heart School and graduated Mt. Merici Academy in 1966. She graduated with a two year business degree in Boston, Mass. in 1968.
She dedicated much of her professional life to the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) and retired in March of 2004 after 31 years. During her professional career, Trudy also served in the United States Air Force for 10 years.
Trudy was a wonderful mother known for her big heart and endless love for her family, friends and a love for animals. She enjoyed traveling, daily crossword puzzles, gardening, cooking, baking, going to the beach, attending family sporting events and theater with friends, volunteering at the Hubbard Free Library in Hallowell and attending senior college at UMA in Augusta.
Trudy’s greatest pride and joy was her family. She is survived by her daughter, Lisa and husband Jim, step-children Angie Brann and her fiance Dan Poulin, and Jeremiah Ellis; grandchildren, Rebecca, Ava, Lindsey Brann and her boyfriend Thom Sidelinger, Connor Brann and his fiance Hannah Smith; and great-grandchildren, Levi Brann, Luke Brann, Brady Sidelinger and Greyson Brann.
She was predeceased by her parents, Arnold and Alta (Bugbee) Giroux; son, Scot Laliberte; and her husband, David Ellis.
She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and a dear friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the caregivers at Maine General, Glenridge Comfort Care in Augusta, Maine who provided exceptional care and support during her final days.
At Trudy’s request, there will be no funeral or services. A private gathering will be held at a later date.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at directcremationofmaine.com
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the:
Scot Laliberte
Scholarship Fund
Cony High School
60 Pierce Drive
Augusta, ME 04330
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