In loving memory of Ellen A. McGovern of Boothwyn, Pennsylvania, born in Lenni, Pennsylvania, who departed this world on November 18, 2024 at the age of 85. Ellen leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her husband John A. McGovern, Jr.; her parents, William E. Gorman and Ellen Gorman; and her brothers, Vincent Gorman and William E. Gorman.

She is survived by: her children, John A. McGovern III (late Bethann), Daniel McGovern (Deanna), Ellen C. James (Frank) and Sue Gray (Jim); her grandchildren, Matthew (Emily), Shannon (Sean), Kelly (Jesse), Stephen (Lauren), Michael, Austin, Brett and Tyler; and her great grandchildren, Emma, Samantha, Scarlet, Sage, Liam, Fletcher and Brodie.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: The charity of your choice.

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Minshall Shropshire - Bleyler Funeral Home

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November 21, 2024

Barbara Brooks lit a candle

“My sympathy and prayers for all your family and friends. Ellen was a lovely person with a great sense of humor, a caring and compassionate nurse and dear friend. May The Lord Bless and Keep Ellen and Jack in the Palm of His Hand Forever in Eternal Life. Sincerely, Barb Brooks”

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November 23, 2024

Mary Ann Truitt wrote a sympathy message

“I fondly remember Ellen from the 70’s and 80’s as we journeyed thru the beginning of our nursing careers together. She was the nicest, loveliest and funniest friend…..always looking on the bright side of life. Sending sympathy, prayers and much love to her family and friends. Mary Ann Leongis Truitt”

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Minshall Shropshire-Bleyler Funeral Home, Ltd.
608 S Old Middletown Rd, Media, PA 19063

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608 S Old Middletown Rd, Media, PA 19063

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Peter & Paul Cemetery
1600 Sproul Rd, Broomall, PA 19008

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