Richard Eric Ellingwood Obituary
The world bids farewell to Richard Eric Ellingwood (Virginia Beach, Virginia), departing on February 28, 2026 at the age of 97. Richard leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Richard Eric Ellingwood or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
As Richard departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Richard may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Richard leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Eric Leslie Ellingwood and Ethel Kelley Ellingwood; and his brother Franklin Ellingwood. He is survived by: his children, Jane Ellingwood of Bethel, CT and David Ellingwood (Carol); his grandchildren, Rebecca Ellingwood and Kevin Ellingwood; and his siblings, John Ellingwood and Marilyn Lasky. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
