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Ellen Carol Chumley, 54, of Litchfield, passed away Thursday, December 19, 2024, at her residence. She was born December 4, 1970, a daughter of John Samuel and Willa Carol (Harding) Chumley. Ellen graduated from Litchfield High School with the Class of 1988 and furthered her education at the Barbizon School of Modeling in Springfield, IL. She was a member of St. Timothy United Methodist Church in Litchfield, the American Legion Auxiliary, and Daughters of the American Revolution. Ellen enjoyed taking walks and was an avid reader.
Ellen is survived by:
A brother, James E. Gibson of Litchfield
Special cousin, Elisa Hummer of Murphysboro
She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Willa Chumley.
A memorial service for Ellen will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 13, 2025, at First Presbyterian Chuch in Litchfield. Rev. Gary Schwab of First Presbyterian Church of Litchfield will officiate. Burial will be in Shiloh Cemetery near Coffeen. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. The family respectfully requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be directed to Montgomery County PAW Care.
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