Dorothy Jeanette Ellison

Anderson....Dorothy J. Ellison, 99, resident of Anderson, passed away August 27, 2017. She was born in Middletown, May 30, 1918, the daughter of Charles and Grace Riley. She was preceded in death by her husband: Samuel W. Ellison, son Mike, stepson: James and a step daughter: Gracie.She is survived by a son: Sam (Sandra) of Decatur, AL, step daughter: Jeanne Wash of Indianapolis, daughter in law: Mary Ruth Ellison of Anderson, and the light of her life grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren who called her Granny Dot.A special thanks to Vette and Floyd Neal.Graveside services will be held at a later date..Memorials may be made to St. Vincent's Hospice.Online Guestbook at: www.ballardandsons.comThe Ballard family is honored to celebrate the life of Dorothy with family and friends.