Merle R. Ellingson Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Merle R. Ellingson (Clear Lake, Iowa), born in Saint James, Minnesota, who passed away on January 12, 2020, at the age of 87, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Clarence Ellingson and Myrtle Ellingson (Miller); and his brother Claire Ellingson. He is survived by: his wife Hazel Bridgeford; his children, David Ellingson (Cheryl), Mark Ellingson (Lori) and Julie Pals (Neal); his grandchildren, Derek Pals (Olivia), Chelsea Reece (Clint), Megan Ellingson, Alyssa Abbas (Aaron), Emily Ellingson, Lindsay Ellingson and Joshua Ellingson; his great grandchildren, Oliver, Ana, Parker and Amarie; and his siblings, Darryl Ellingson (Katarina) and Lori Grell (Terry). He is also survived by his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
Memorials may be directed to Zion Lutheran Church.
