ANDERSON – Martha Kinley Ellsworth went to be with the Lord Nov. 8, 2012, after a mishap at her residence and other natural causes. She was the wife of Willis Ellsworth for 44 years. He preceded her in death. Nearly a lifelong resident of Anderson, she was very involved in Bethany Christian Church as well as Central Christian Church. Through service in Sunday school programs, choir, women’s Bible studies, piano and organ accompaniment and various other ministries, she was a tireless worker. For several years, she served as a leader in Women’s Bible Study Fellowship in Anderson. She graduated from Anderson High School in 1938. After high school, she graduated from a local business college. Later in life, she worked in the office of the city clerk of Anderson. Other civic-minded associations included the Anderson Chapter 154 of the Order of the Eastern Star and the John Birch Society. In 1968, she was a delegate to the National Women’s Republican Convention. She will always be remembered for her Christian servant spirit and the wonderful example to her family, which she loved dearly. Surviving are two sons, Richard (and spouse Dianne) Ellsworth and David (and spouse Rebecca) Ellsworth; grandchildren: Quinn (and spouse Zachary) Daniels; Shelby (and spouse Daniel) Crouse; Ryan (and spouse Christine) Ellsworth; and Lucas Ellsworth; nieces: Susan Hampton; Sarah (and spouse James) Fronczek; Jean (and spouse Craig) Stratton; Jeanine Stassen; and Julie (and spouse Alan) Kelly; extended families; and a sister, Mary Hampton, Colona, Ill. She also was preceded in death by a brother, Wayne Kinley. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Bethany Christian Church, corner of Cross Street and Rangeline Road, Anderson. A graveside service will be at Anderson Memorial Park Cemetery following the service. Calling is one hour prior to the service Saturday. Rozelle–Johnson Funeral Service, Anderson, is in charge of arrangements. ***** Memorials may be given to Bethany Christian Church or Gideon’s International. Condolences may be sent via www.rozelle-johnson.com
