Ellen Stefan, 89, entered into eternal rest on Oct. 9, 2026, in Spokane, Washington. She was born Sept. 11, 1937, in Dublin, Ireland, to Samuel and Kathleen Pett.
At the tender age of eighteen Ellen married the love of her life, John Stefan, a devoted Air Force veteran. Together, with unwavering Catholic faith, they embarked on a beautiful journey that spanned 60 years. As an Irish GI bride, Ellen embraced the global lifestyle with open arms. She was a constant anchor for her three children.
Ellen is cherished by children, John (Michele) Stefan, Eileen (Glenn) Bishop, and Diann (John) Cain; grandchildren, Jessica (Brandon), Nicholas, Patrick, Joseph (Megan), Rachel, Michael, and John; great-grandchildren, Hadley, Kinsley, Noah, Liam, Emily, Oliver, and Peter; nieces, Mary Skinner and Evelyn Hayes; and other beloved family back home.
She is reunited in eternal life with her beloved husband John; parents Samuel and Kathleen; and siblings, Thomas (Bridget) Pett, James (May) Pett and Margaret (Alec) Badcock
Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, Nov. 3 at 11:30 am at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, 23211 Church Road in the Town of Dover. Committal service at Veterans Cemetery, 21731 Spring Street, Union Grove, will follow.
The family is being assisted by Miller-Reesman Funeral Home in Union Grove. 262-878-2500. Online condolences may be left at www.Miller-Reesman.com.