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Carrie M. Ellis, 39

July 18, 2024

Carrie M. Ellis, age 39, passed away on July 18, 2024. Born in Lancaster, Carrie was the daughter of the late Bruce E Swinehart and Jackie (Howell) Swinehart.

A graduate of J.P. McCaskey High School, Carrie went on to work and had a career of over 17 years with Goodwill Keystone Area. A devout Christian, she was a member of Lancaster Alliance Church.

In addition to her mother and step father Rick Paparo. Carrie is survived by her husband, James S. Ellis, Jr.; her sisters: Faith Swinehart Lewis (wife of Jeremy) and Rebecca Gonzalez (wife of Lucas); a sister by heart Nicole Hess (wife of Bob); her brother by heart David Doyle (husband of Tabitha); her mother-in-law Dottie Ellis; her beloved fur babies Grizzly and Chianne as well as numerous family members.

In addition to her father, Carrie is preceded in death by her father in law, James S. Ellis, Sr. and her fur baby Arianna.

Family will receive friends, Friday July 26, 2024 at Lancaster Alliance Church, 210 Pitney Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601 from 10am to 11am with a service to begin at 11am. Burial to follow at Conestoga Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Carrie’s memory may be made to the Lancaster SPCA, 848 S. Prince St., Lancaster, PA. 17603.

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August 09, 2024

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Carrie.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tammy McWilliams

July 29, 2024

I remember meeting Carrie at a fall fest put on by our church in a barn. My heart goes out to Jackie and Nicki especially, the family members that I know/met and also the rest of the family and friends who loved her. Most of my interactions w Carrie were at LAC women’s breakfasts when she and her mother would sit close to me. I will always remember her quiet sweet spirit. She seemed to like telling me about her dogs. I’m praying for you as you go through these days, months. It won’t be easy but I know Jesus cares and will go through it with you. Love and hugs. Arlene Geibe from LAC

July 25, 2024

My deepest condolences to your husband and family. Rest in the arms of God Carrie! You were a good coworker. You will always be remembered for your laughs and anecdotes with your canine babies. Fly high🕊! Someday we will see each other again.
Sheila Pagan

July 25, 2024

I am so sorry for your loss.  I remember what a sweet girl Carrie  was.  She would often come into my office when I was the Secretary at Lincoln Middle School.  She was my helper and I would give her little jobs to do.  Sometime we would just talk and she would tell me about her job at Arby’s.  I saw her a few times after she left Lincoln but I never forgot her.  Marie Haney

July 24, 2024

My sincere condolences go out to family and friends at this time of loss and grief.  I was blessed to have spent time with Carrie at St. Andrews bible studies and gatherings she hosted. She was kind, caring and one of the sincerest people I every met. I’m sure her fur babies will miss her greatly as will all those who loved her. My thoughts and prayers to all.
Marta Jo Cochran

July 24, 2024

While I didn’t know Carrie well, I was always glad to talk with her at church. She was a warm, caring and welcoming person and will be greatly missed. May God’s strength and grace be with her family and friends in the days ahead. Kathy Raymond

July 24, 2024

I remember when Carrie was a little girl on Vine St.at her nannies house Dan and I are so sorry to hear she passed your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Dan and Kimberly Engel

July 24, 2024

Carrie was a force of nature, she always had my back…and my stomach!  She was the best of neighbors and such a good person & friend. I will love you & miss you always.
~Nadine

July 23, 2024

Such a sweet kind precious soul. Always with a smile. Always with a hug. Carrie you were a special neice. In the arms of Jesus, happy healthy but you will be missed so much.
Love you …. Aunt Sheila

July 23, 2024

Carrie was such a gentle, sweet spirit. We will miss her smiling face at LAC. Condolences to her special family. 
Shirley Hoke

July 22, 2024

I knew Carrie for many years thru my brother in law (her uncle) and her mother. She was a delight to be around, always smiling and loved her fur babies. Rest in peace till we meet again. 
Cynthia Kellish

Visitation
Friday, July 26, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Lancaster Alliance Church
210 Pitney Rd
Lancaster, PA
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