Barbara Ellsworth Obituary
We bid farewell to Barbara Ellsworth of Grand Rapids, Michigan, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 30, 2025 at the age of 88. Barbara touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Russell Parmelee and Catherine Parmelee; and her siblings, Russell Parmelee and Kathryn Huizinga. She is survived by: her children, Cynthia DeBoer (Gary) and Jay Ellsworth; her grandchildren, Emily Bursma (Donovan), Elizabeth Mennes (Mike), Alexandria Ellsworth and Austin Ellsworth; her great grandchildren, Macey, Raiden, William Mennes and Ryker Bursma; her brother Earl Parmelee (Mary); and her sister-in-law Patricia Hillsamer.
Visitation was held on Thursday, November 6th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the North Park Presbyterian Church (500 N Park St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525). A memorial service was held on Thursday, November 6th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Those who wish may make memorial contributions to North Park Presbyterian Church (https://northparkchurchgr.org).
