Cyrile “Cissy” Ellison, age 88 of Kettering, passed away May 8 at Kettering Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 55 years, Herman “Curly” Ellison; parents, Sidney and Fanny Gressel; sister, Selma Chernikoff and brothers, Yale and Philip Gressel. Mrs. Ellison is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law: Jay and Pam Ellison of Highland Park, Il.; Lee and Susie Ellison of Portland, Ore.; David and Ciema Salem Ellison of Los Gatos, Calif.; Gary and Mary Ellison of San Mateo, Calif.; grandchildren: Sara (Ari) Scharg; Samantha (Matt) Savin; Erin (Matt) Berberich; Emily, Abram and Sydney Ellison; great-grandchildren: Ella, Ethan, Mary, Mollie and William; many other relatives and friends and her beloved dog, Louie. Mrs. Ellison was happiest among family and friends and lived life with joy, love and zest. Known for being the life of any gathering, Mrs. Ellison left a lasting impression wherever she went. She loved reading, music, art, the theatre, and The Ohio State Buckeyes. Mrs. Ellison retired from administration at Stivers School for the Arts and was a long-time member of Beth Abraham Synagogue and Hadassah. A Celebration of Mrs. Ellison’s life will be announced at a future date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Beth Abraham Synagogue Ritual Fund in her memory.

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