Mary Florence Ellmann, 69, born on November 16, 1943, died peacefully at her home on September 30, 2013, and while surrounded by her loved ones after a sudden battle with cancer. Mary and Thomas Ellmann were married in Waupun, Wisconsin on October 20, 1962. They moved to Fort Collins in 1971. Mary worked the majority of her life in the medical field while also helping her husband run their very successful plumbing company, Ellmann Service Company. She enjoyed bowling and she participated in many bowling leagues and tournaments. She loved gambling and spending time in Las Vegas and Blackhawk. Her true passion was flower arranging, and she especially loved her roses. Her greatest love was spending time with her family and she is survived by her husband Tom; four children: Kim Johnson (Mike Musgrave), Kam (Barry) Gentry, Kari (Adam) Bolton, and Kevin (Tina) Ellmann; seven grandchildren: Alex Johnson, Kyle Johnson, Ayrika Johnson, Corey McCormick, Makala Gentry, Makenna Ellmann, "Little-Mary" Ellmann, Kaeden Ellmann; and one great-granddaughter: Braydin McCormick.
A private family service will be held, and her family will welcome friends to an open house from 1:00pm to 4:00pm Saturday, October 5, 2013 at her home, 4024 Crescent Dr., Fort Collins.
Memorial contributions may be made to Pathways Hospice, 305 Carpenter Road, Fort Collins, CO 80525 – c/o Mary Ellmann.