Keith J. Ellis, 51 years of age, of Wethersfield, died Tuesday, December 11, 2012. Born in Hartford, he was the son of Arthur and Beverly (Simons) Ellis. Keith was a 1981 graduate of Conard High School, West Hartford. He was the owner of Definitive Communications and Sun-Rayz Tanning Studio. He was a longstanding and faithful Baltimore Orioles baseball fan.
Besides his parents, he leaves his wife, Nancy (Civitillo) Ellis; her parents Rose and Joseph Civitillo; step son Joseph Whalen; a sister Julie Levine and her husband Robert of West Hartford; and six nieces: Melissa, Vanessa, Kristina, Lauren, Margaux, and Nicole; sisters-in-law: Marie and Diane and her husband Robert, as well as many close friends.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Friday, December 14, 2012 beginning at 12:30 p.m. in the Chapel of the Weinstein Mortuary, 640 Farmington Ave., Hartford with a funeral service starting at 2:00 p.m. A memorial period will be observed at the home of his sister, Julie, 105 Mohawk Dr., West Hartford, following the funeral. Contributions in memory of Keith may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. For further information, directions, or to sign the guest book for Keith, please visit online at www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm.
Our family is very sorry for your loss.
Eric and Jamie Silverstein
From: BETTY KLEIN
From LONGMEADOW, MA
Posted On: December 15, 2012
BEVERLY,
BEVERLY,
So sorry to hear of Keith's passing.May all of your happy memories of your lives together get you through this very difficult time. With sympathy to you and your family, Betty Klein
From: Cliff Ferguson
From Manchester, CT 06042
Posted On: December 14, 2012
One moment comes to mind. After doing a project Keith played kick the empty bottle with my son for a while on the grass in front of our building. Just lots of fun loving and we had a good time just being silly. He was really impressed and looked up to Keith and for the longest time wanted me to get him candy cigarettes so he could be like Keith. We all liked him and will always pray for him and remember him. This is hard for all of us to accept.
From: I> W> Katz
From west hartford, ct
Posted On: December 14, 2012
How shocking to learn of Keiths passing. Harriet and I send our warmest condolences to both Arthur and Beverly. We can only imagine your pain. We pray that the wonderful memories will help you through this sad period.
From: Steven Mackinnon
From Avon, CT
Posted On: December 21, 2012
Arrived home tonight (Friday, 12-21) to this sad news via a friend's annual holiday greeting. Although Keith and I had not been in regular touch in years, as too often happens with childhood friends, this leaves me with a profound sense of loss.
Keith literally was, the life of the party. He never had a bad word to say about anyone, and would do anything for a friend. Many a summer night was spent at his house on Red Top drive in West Hartford - his mom was a saint for putting up wiht us! "Cuff links", his love of music and cars and all things important in those days is such a big part of my memory. Keith, thanks for those priceless days. We were very lucky, very happy kids indeed as I look back on it. Mary and I will be donating to our favorite charity, St. Jude, in your honor. You will be missed.
Mary and Steve Mackinnon, Avon, CT
From: Gary Katz
From West Hartford, CT
Posted On: December 14, 2012
My words can not express how I feel the shock of learning of Keith's passing has left me numb, I want you to know how deeply sorry I am for this loss.
Pleas accept my love and support for all of you......
Gary Katz
From: Eileen F. (Pellegatto) Pearce
From Burlington, CT
Posted On: December 14, 2012
It is with great regret that I have to honor your memory today. Keith & Julie lived next door and have been part of the greatest childhood memories that I share with my son & family. I will always remember you as the boy next door that stole my heart as a child. You had always been so kind to me. I loved the days we would just hang out and play basketball or just talk on the front stoop. How about those wonderful childhood kickball games or hide & seek at dusk. We had a great little community and I will always cherish the memories of our childhood together on Red Top Drive.You truly will be missed by everyone who has had the opportunity to have known you. I will miss you. May God Bless You. Eileen
From: herb & martha brantlinger
From west hartford, ct
Posted On: December 14, 2012
Art,our prayers go out to you and your family.Keith was a great young man,we remember him fondly from the little league days.
From: SEAN ARENA
From HARTFORD, CT
Posted On: December 14, 2012
Dear Nancy, and Joe,
I am so sorry for your loss,I have always enjoyed talking to Keith. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Sean Arena
From: bill nardi
From west hartford, ct
Posted On: December 14, 2012
Art-
so sorry to hear of your loss, my friend. My heart absolutely goes out to you-stay strong!
Bill Nardi
From: Krystyna Munson
From Kensington, CT
Posted On: December 17, 2012
NANCY~ My deepest condolences on the loss of Keith. As we had gotten to know you both over the years at the diner, please know you are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Krystyna
From: Jim & Julie Amenta
From Gilbert, AZ
Posted On: December 13, 2012
Dear Art, Bev, Julie, Nancy and Ellis Family, We want you to know how sorry we are for your loss. We wish to offer our sincerest condolences to you all at this sad time.
I lost a brother, a family friend and so much more. I love him and I miss him so much. I will see again Keith, but not yet. Love you brother.
From: Clifford Yarosh
From Westborough, MA
Posted On: December 13, 2012
Arthur, My deepest sympathy for the loss of your son Keith.
From: Matthew Dupuis
From Cromwell, CT
Posted On: December 13, 2012
Words cannot begin to describe what I'm feeling after hearing of the passing of Keith. He's been a good friend ever since we became next door neighbors with he, Nancy, and Joey in '08!! My condolences to Nancy, Joey, and the rest of Keith's family...for he will truly be missed!!
From: Rose Joy Ulan
From West Hartford, CT
Posted On: December 13, 2012
I was shocked and saddened to hear about Keith. My very sincere sympathy to all.
From: Mark Finlan
From Amston, CT
Posted On: December 13, 2012
Worked with Keith on many occasions throughout the years. Always willing to help. My condolences to his family and friends.
From: Jan Girandola
From Rocky Hill, CT
Posted On: December 13, 2012
Nancy,
I am so, so sorry for your loss. Please, please let me know if you need anything at all, anytime. My prayers are with you, your family and Keith's family.
Love you,
Jan
From: Hien Do
From Hartford, CT06183
Posted On: December 13, 2012
Dear Nancy, I just received word that your husband, Keith, has passed away, and I would like you to know how sorry I am for your loss. I wish to offer my sincerest condolences to you and your family at this sad time. May he rest in peace. Hien
From: Stuart Stone
From Coral Springs, FL
Posted On: December 13, 2012
Dear Bev, Art, Julie and family,
Please accept my deepest condolences on Keith's passing.
Sending prayers and ((((hugs)))).
Sincerely,
Stu Stone
From: John and Renee Nelson
From Hebron, ct
Posted On: December 13, 2012
Nancy, John and I are truly sorry for your loss, our prayers go out to you and your loved ones at this time.
John and Renee Nelson
From: Marybeth Leo
From Hartford, CT
Posted On: December 13, 2012
Nancy - You are in my thoughts and prayers in this time of sorrow. Many condolences to you and your family in this difficult time. May you find peace in your memories of Keith.
From: Daniel Riggs
From South Windsor, CT
Posted On: December 13, 2012
I enjoyed working with Keith over the years. I particularly enjoyed our relationship as I had worked with Art as well.
From: Dean Holland
From Snellville, Ga
Posted On: December 13, 2012
Nancy and family, my deepest sympathy to all of you in this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Dean
From: Elliott & Elissa (Schoen) Donn
From Windsor, CT
Posted On: December 12, 2012
Dear Art Bev and Family,
We just received word that your son has passed away, and want you to know how sorry we are for your loss. We wish to offer our sincerest condolences to you all at this sad time.
May he rest in peace.
From: Neil Cohen
From West Hartford, CT
Posted On: December 12, 2012
My sincerest condolence Keith was a true gentlemen.
From: Elliott & Elissa (Schoen) Donn
From Windsor, CT
Posted On: December 12, 2012
Dear Art Bev and Family,
We just received word that your son has passed away, and want you to know how sorry we are for your loss. We wish to offer our sincerest condolences to you all at this sad time.
May he rest in peace.
From: Stanley & Stephanie Yagerman
From Marietta, GA
Posted On: December 12, 2012
Our hearts go out to the Ellis family, and to our good friend Art we share in your grief.
From: Chris Boor
From Willington, CT
Posted On: December 12, 2012
Dear Art & Julie,
I cannot remember a time when the 3 of you were not a part of my life. The happy times we had with Walty and all of the joy being together will never be forgotten.
Love,
Chrissy
From: Sandy Satell
From Boca Raton, Fl
Posted On: December 12, 2012
So very very sorry for your loss.Please accept my sincerest condolences. Sandy Satell
From: Joseph Lutin /Shelia Lutin
From west palm beach, fl
Posted On: December 12, 2012
Arthur.We offer our deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved son Keith
From: Terry Polnik
From Ashford, CT
Posted On: December 13, 2012
Nancy, and Ellis family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in all the memories of Keith. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Terry
From: Sari( Friedman) & David Rutt
From Ft. Myers, FL
Posted On: December 12, 2012
Beverly, Art & Family - We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
Sari & David
From: Jane (Edward -dec.) Ellis
From Glastonbury, CT
Posted On: December 12, 2012
My sympathies to all that mourn Keith. Too many Ellis family members pass before their time.
From: Leslie Lerner
From Glastonbury, CT
Posted On: December 13, 2012
Nancy:
I was so sorry to hear about Keith. Your are in my prayers. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Leslie Lerner
