Ellen C. Kelly

May 27, 2019

Ellen C. Kelly of Yonkers, 64, passed away on Monday, May 27, peacefully, surrounded by her family. She succumbed to a rare form of acute leukemia. Ellen will be lovingly remembered by her children, Jenny, Alex, and Rachel; her parents, Nikki and Al; her son-in-law, Ethan; her brother, Ronald; her Aunt Becky and Uncles Buddy and Marty; her cousins, Elise and Howard; her longtime beloved companion, Pam; and many adoring friends. Ellen worked as a social worker, therapist, volunteer, and activist for more than 30 years. The last 20 years of her career were spent at the Hallen School in New Rochelle. For nearly a decade, Ellen organized and hosted annual fundraising Zumbathons, raising money for the American Red Cross, the American Cancer Society, Natural Disaster Relief, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, and Alex's Lemonade Foundation. She volunteered all over the world, working with children in need in Cuba, Peru, and Mexico. She was a passionate, vivacious, fun-loving free spirit who lived every day to the fullest. She didn't waste a moment, never postponed joy, and showered those closest to her with warmth and love. She wanted to see the world, and saw most of it, traveling often, and always returning to her favorite place of all, San Miguel d'Allende, Mexico. Her energy and zeal for life was infectious. She made friends wherever she went and inspired each and every person in her life. We are heartbroken that she is gone. Her unique and beautiful spirit will illuminate our lives forever. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Childhood Leukemia Foundation in Ellen’s name. A cause close to Ellen’s heart as the mother of a childhood leukemia survivor, Rachel. Memorial Funeral Service for Ellen Kelly Friday May 31st Arrive between 2-3pm Service starts promptly at 3pm Edwards-Dowdle Funeral Home 64 Ashford Ave, Dobbs Ferry NY 10522 After service: Drinks (cash bar), appetizers, and hugs at Hudson Social (one of Ellen's favorite places), 11 Station Plaza, Dobbs Ferry, NY 4:30pm