Raymond E Ellis

Raymond "Ray" Edward Ellis, 88, of Rochester, NH, passed away on Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at home.  Born in Laconia NH to Harold R. Ellis and Martha M. "June" Ellis, he spent most of his final days in Strafford County, NH.   Raymond is preceded by his wife and high school sweetheart Phyllis M. (Colbroth) Ellis, both of whom graduated from Spaulding High School.    Raymond served 2 years in the U.S. Navy and also served as a member of the NH National Guard. Raymond later became an officer within the Rochester Police Department.  Upon leaving the police force, Ray joined Prudential Insurance Company where he became a successful service representative.  Ray enjoyed spending time with his family, caring for his birds and watching the NE Patriots and Boston Red Sox.   Raymond leaves behind his 6 children; Peter Ellis of Clayton NC, Diana Toscano of Hampton, NH, Steven Ellis of Manchester, NH, Barbara Theodore of Alamagordo, NM, Chery Tufanio of South Riding, VA and Timothy Ellis of Dover, NH. Raymond is also...