Ellen Burr obituary: Ellen Burr's Obituary, Green Bay
In Memory Of
Ellen Elizabeth Burr
1969 - 2019
In Memory Of
Ellen Elizabeth Burr
1969 - 2019
Ellen was a 1996 graduate of Milwaukee Area Technical College with an associate's degree in Police Science and a 2001 graduate of the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay with a bachelor’s degree, double majoring in Psychology and Human Development. Most of her career she worked in the field of security and social services, displaying a wonderful knack for solving problems and advocating for social justice.
Ellen truly lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures; chatting with friends and family, dancing, and attending pow-wows. Ellen had an uncanny ability to reach people in a deep and positive way.
She is survived by her son, Robert and siblings: Henrietta Peters, Jill Gonzales, Amy Burr and Hope Burr; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and others whose lives Ellen touched are invited to the Lion of Judah Church (524 9th Street, Green Bay), Friday, February 8, 2019 from 10 AM to 2 PM to reminisce, grieve, support. A funeral service and sharing of memories will follow at 2 PM. Visiting hours will continue at Newcomer-Green Bay Chapel (340 S. Monroe Ave. Green Bay), Friday, February 8, 2019 from 4 to 6 PM. Burial will be in Stockbridge/Munsee Indian Burial Grounds.
Ellen was a 1996 graduate of Milwaukee Area Technical College with an associate's degree in Police Science and a 2001 graduate of the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay with a bachelor’s degree, double majoring in Psychology and Human Development. Most of her career she worked in the field of security and social services, displaying a wonderful knack for solving problems and advocating for social justice.
Ellen truly lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures; chatting with friends and family, dancing, and attending pow-wows. Ellen had an uncanny ability to reach people in a deep and positive way.
She is survived by her son, Robert and siblings: Henrietta Peters, Jill Gonzales, Amy Burr and Hope Burr; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and others whose lives Ellen touched are invited to the Lion of Judah Church (524 9th Street, Green Bay), Friday, February 8, 2019 from 10 AM to 2 PM to reminisce, grieve, support. A funeral service and sharing of memories will follow at 2 PM. Visiting hours will continue at Newcomer-Green Bay Chapel (340 S. Monroe Ave. Green Bay), Friday, February 8, 2019 from 4 to 6 PM. Burial will be in Stockbridge/Munsee Indian Burial Grounds.
Services & Gatherings
Visitation
Friday, February 8, 2019 from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Lion of Judah Church (524 9th Street, Green Bay)
Service
Friday, February 8, 2019 at 2:00pm
Lion of Judah Church (524 9th Street, Green Bay)
Wake
Friday, February 8, 2019 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions
340 S Monroe Ave.
Green Bay, WI 54301
Directions & Map
Newcomer Funeral Home (920-432-4841) is assisting the family
Newcomer Funeral Home (920-432-4841) is assisting the family