Robert Ell

Robert “Bob” Ell, 89, passed away in a state of peace on June 30, 2024 in York Hospital following an extended period of ill health. He was lovingly cared for in his home by his family until his final days. He had just celebrated his birthday and Father’s Day with much joy and laughter. 

Bob was born in Malden, Massachusetts June 9, 1935 and lived there until retiring to York, Maine 25 years ago.  He married Marion (Fratus) Ell in 1956. They raised 5 children together while he completed engineering degrees from Wentworth Institute and Northeastern University. His primary vocation was 30 years as a Principal Design Engineer for Polaroid. He worked hard and did everything he could to offer his family members a good life. Once retired, he pursued woodworking, gardening and time with his family.

Bob was predeceased by his son David, his parents Ida (Prusak) and Robert Ell, his sister Paula Morin and his brother Richard Ell.

Bob is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 68 years, Marion, his children: Robin Johns and her husband Michael, Robert Ell and his wife Katherine, Douglas Ell and his wife Ann, Stephen Ell and his wife Marcelle, his grandchildren: Eric Ell and his wife Priscilla, Nathan Ell, Stephen Ell, Tristan Ell, Adrienne Ell and Annaliese Ell. He is also survived by his sister Joan Pollini and his brother Bruce Ell.

A special thank you to York Hospital and Home Instead staff for your care & support.

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