Douglas Ellis
March 8, 2025
March 8, 2025
March 8, 2025
DOUGLAS HAROLD ELLIS
December 9, 1930 - March 8, 2025
Doug passed away peacefully on March 8, 2025 with loving brothers from his congregation at his side. Born on December 9, 1930 as Harold Douglas Ellis in Regina Saskatchewan, to parents Herbert & Helen Ellis (nee Giesbrecht) and older sister Dorothy. From a young age he cultivated a deep spiritual connection with his Creator, Jehovah God, and was baptized was one of Jehovah’s Witnesses at age 10 on July 14, 1941. This commitment remained central to his life for over eight decades.
He also had a lifelong love of sports, especially baseball and hockey. And the outdoors..cross country skiing, fishing, hiking & camping. He began working life in a florist shop, a hardware store, and was even a Fuller Brush Man.
On October 3, 1953 he married Victoria “ Vicki” Emily Lunek. They pioneered together, teaching others about the Bible. They welcomed a son in 1956. Doug eventually landed a job as a foreman at the Esterhazy Potash mine and worked many years there.
In 1980 they moved to Vancouver, B.C. , together working as resident managers . Doug also did courier services for Kerkoff Industries, then sales at International Plastics (his nickname was “ DUCK” ) until his retirement in 1995.
A devoted Elder in the congregation, Doug was known for delivering heartfelt Bible discourses & officiating weddings. He was knowledgeable, yet approachable; known for his calm manner and sense of humor. His dedication to his faith extended beyond public ministry into all aspects of life; reflected in the loving care of Vicki during her final days with Alzeimer’s until her passing in 2011.
Family brought Doug immense joy. He cherished time spent with his granddaughters Kara & Shayna, and their pets companionship. He also found peace tending to his garden or walking the scenic Nicomekl River near their home in Langley from 2001 on.
Travel held a special place in his heart; among favourite memories were exploring Israel in 1978, walking in Jesus’ footsteps, and road trips along the West Coast.
Doug “Gido” is predeceased by his parents Herbert and Helen Ellis; his sister Dorothy Graham & her husband Ian; and his beloved wife Victoria. He is survived by his son Daniel Ellis ( Betty); grandchildren Kara Hine ( Lael) & Shayna Ellis; great-grandchildren Safia & Colby Hine.
He and the family are very thankful for the care he received over the years from his family physician “Dr.B”; Langley, Royal Columbian & Abbotsford Hospitals; Homehealth; Bevan Village Assisted Living and Cottage Pavilion Extended Care under Dr. Sarah. Such dedicated teams and support staff. Thankyou to all of the Friends who called/visited/wrote/prayed with him. Thankyou Just Cremation for his final arrangements.
A memorial service will be held April 5, 2025 1 PM at the Aldergrove Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 26640 32nd Avenue Aldergrove, B.C. The service will also be held on Zoom ; please contact family for details. In lieu of flowers, donations to a cause dear to your heart are appreciated. May memories of friendship with Doug , with his blue eyes twinkling with laughter and his favourite verses at Psalm 31 bring comfort. He will be excited to learn just how Bible prophecy unfolds & had full faith in God’s promises at Jo 5:28 and Rev 21:3,4. Doug would not want anyone to be sad, as he is safe in God’s memory.
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