With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Donald Ellwood of Galena, Illinois, born in Bellwood, Illinois, who passed away on April 9, 2024. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Howard Ellwood and Sheila Ellwood (Recobs); and his sons, Timothy and Gregory. He is survived by : his children, Kathleen Fowler (Keith), Jaclyn Houy (William), Kevin Ellwood (Martha), John Ellwood (Lauren), Brian Ellwood (Donna), Thomas Ellwood (Tim Clarke), Margaret Graziano (Paul) and Sheila Bellizzi (John); his daughter-in-law Margie Ellwood; and his close friend Karen Kumbera. He is also survived by twenty-eight grandchildren and twenty-three great-grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Wednesday, April 17th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Furlong Funeral Chapel (100 Caroldon Ct, Galena, IL 61036). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, April 17th 2024 at 12:30 PM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite charity in Don's memory.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Furlong Funeral Chapel