Joan Margaret Ellison's Obituary
Mrs. Joan Margaret Ellison, age 86, of Abita Springs, passed away on Sunday, July 24, 2022, at her residence. She was born on June 14, 1936, in New Orleans to the late Edwin and Lillian Schwankhart Dussor.
Joan was wonderfully devoted to her five children who survived her; Linda (John), Faith, Paul Jr. (Sandra), Brian Sr. (Cheryl), and Wade (Ashlee). Joan is also survived by her loving brothers, Henry Dussor and Joseph Dussor. She was a loving grandmother to thirteen grandchildren, twenty great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild.
Joan was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Paul Edward Ellison, Sr. and her parents.
She was a member of St. Jane de Chantal Church and a homemaker. Later in life, she enjoyed going to the casino, going on cruises, and traveling. She will always be remembered for her infectious smile.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral mass at St. Jane de Chantal Catholic Church, 72040 Maple Street, Abita Springs, LA on Friday, July 29, 2022 at 12:00 NOON with visitation beginning at 10:00 AM until service time. There will be a private burial for family at Abita Cemetery.
E.J. Fielding Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. Please sign the E.J. Fielding Funeral Home online Guest Book at www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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