Paula P. Ellis

Paula P. Ellis, age 93, of Ballwin, Missouri passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2023. in Ballwin, Missouri. She was born in Washington, D.C. on September 3, 1929 to Pete and Pota Stathopoulos (nee Leonard).

Paula is survived by her children, Adrienne (Menelaos) Karamichalis, Paul (Melissa) Ellis, and Christopher (Kelli) Ellis; grandsons, Ryan (Katie) Ellis, Peter Ellis, Nicholas Karamichalis, and Drew Ellis; granddaughter, Zoe Ellis; and great-grandsons, Hudson and Logan Ellis. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and a host of other family members and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Peter A. Ellis; parents, Pete and Pota Stathopoulos; granddaughter, Lyndsey Ellis; brother, George (Helen) Stathopoulos; and sisters, Betty (Chris) Christ, Thelma (Steve) Yeonas, and Athena (George) Talios.

Paula worked for Parkway West High School as Secretary to the Athletic Director for 20 years. Prior to her work for the school district, she worked for Sears Charm School, and modeled in the Washington D.C. area before moving to the St. Louis area in 1966. She is best remembered for her positive outlook on life, and love for her friends and family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Paula's honor may be made to the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church.

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