From the Everett Herald's Guest Book

Dear Peggy and Family,We are so sorry for your loss of a wonderful husband and father.We have fond memories of Erv,his athleticism on the dance floor,doing splits and dancing like a rubberband,his sense of humor especially with the morning breakfast gang at Mariner,his enthusiasum and skill with his gymnastic teams and the Athletic Department at Mariner, and especially his concern, love, pride, and support for his family. He was a good friend and a joy to know.Our prayers are for you and the newest angel in heaven,Erv Ellis.Mike and Jonette Ryan

Jonette & Mike Ryan (Everett, WA ) mike.ryan4@verizon.net

June 19, 2006
What a wonderful man, coach, and friend we found in our dearest Coach Ellis. He always had that twinkle in his eye and a great smile. I had such fun with him as my coach for years. He pushed us, but we always knew he loved us. He was great fun and he was a great support to us all, be it gymnastics, school or life issues.May you find comfort in being reassured that he was well loved and remembered by us all even after all these years. He truly was someone that came to mind often and made you smile! His quiet presence made such a difference and had such a positive impact on so many of us.May God and Coach Erv watch over you all and comfort you all...even if from afar.

Vicki Hughes-Sutton (Snohomish, WA ) suttonice@aol.com

June 18, 2006
Peg and Ellis family, sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Henry Low (Sacramento, CA )

June 18, 2006
Dear Peggy and family,We are saddened to read about Erwin's passing. Draw on the strength and love of friends and family.

Bob and Pat Ackerman (Seattle, WA ) ackermanrt@hotmail.com

June 17, 2006
Love You DadWhat can you say to someone who has always been one of the most essential parts of your world,Someone who took you by the hand when you were little and helped to show the way?What do you say to someone who stood by to help you growProviding love, strength and support, so you could become the person you are today?What can you say to let him know that he's the best there isAnd that you hope you've inherited some of his wisdom and his strength?What words would you say if you ever got the chance?Maybe you just say, I love you DadAnd hope he understands.My Father was and will always be my Hero! I miss you so much!I love you Dad.Jodi

Jodi Ellis (Issaquah, WA ) onelove_jamaica@msn.com

June 17, 2006
I am so sorry for the pain you are going through with loosing such a wonderful person. Mr. Ellis was my gymnastics coach all through Mariner High School (1979 grad). And Teddi and I were his TA for a bit. He always had a smile on his face, even if you kicked him during practice. He was a great teacher and coach, and a wonderful friend. Everyone will miss him greatly, and I pray that God will take the pain from your heart and fill it with all the wonderful memories of his life.

Cherie Lovlie (Lynnwood, WA ) cherie.lovlie@hotmail.com

June 17, 2006
Usually most of my time was spent trying to avoid seeing Mr. Ellis during the school year. But, he never forgot his students throughout all of the years; even those that needed a little more of his "guidance" than others.

Jack Raymond (Everett, WA )

June 16, 2006
You and your family are in my thoughts, prayers. Erv Ellis was a devoted teacher and coach. He always had a smile on his face and I probably gave him a few grey hairs too when I attended Mariner High School. He will be missed but never forgotten.

Kris Arnett - Class of 1974 (Mukilteo, WA ) kjarnett@msn.com

June 16, 2006
I was so sorry to read of Mr.Ellis's passing. I had him at Emerson grade school in his first year of teaching, 1961. I went to Olympic View and was thrilled to be with him again. After I got my teaching degree, I would see him at local track meets and have a chance to catch up. I always appreciated what kind of man and teacher he was and am thankful that I told him when I had the chance.

Barbara (Scussel) Miller (Snohomish, WA )

June 16, 2006
My prayers are with the family at this sad time. Mr Ellis touched so many students lives including mine in his many years of coaching/teaching . God bless you for sharing him with us all.

Becki (Bellevue, WA ) becki@eastsidepremiermd.com