Winifred Ellen Erbe, 79, of Frankford, DE went home to be with our Lord this past Sunday, December 11, 2022 in the morning at her home.  Ellen, as she was known to all, passed away peacefully after battling Mesothelioma Cancer for 2 years.  She was born in Chester, PA to the late Thomas and Winifred Lyons and lived in Aston, PA until being married in 1964.  She then lived in Upper Chichester before moving to the beach in 1995 and living in Frankford, DE.

She was an elementary school Librarian for the Christian Academy in Brookhaven, PA for 25 years, Library Supervisor for the University of Delaware in Lewes, DE for 25 years until her retirement in November, 2021 and worked side by side with Chuck and Tom in the family business.

Ellen will be remembered for her faith in God, her infectious love for all living creatures and plants, the kindness she bestowed upon everyone she met and the volunteering she did for the rescue of animals, the church and other noble charities, and also her immense love for her family and friends.

Ellen is survived by her husband, Charles "Chuck" of Frankford, DE; her son, Thomas Erbe; daughter-in- law, Keri; granddaughter, Megan Renee of Lewes DE; daughter, Laura Lynn; son-in-law, James Fink of Aldan, PA; foster family, Fred, Jill and Connor Thornton of Moncks Corner, SC; her sister, Judy; brother- in-law, Larry and many nieces and nephews.  Not to be left out, we include her Doberman, Lauren Alaina; rabbit, Kriket; several grand dogs, Cuda, Kieran, Arnold, and Brodey and Jack the cat.

A celebration of Ellen's life will be held at Dickens Parlour Theatre 11:00 AM on May 6, 2023.  In lieu of flowers, please send donations to your favorite charity in her name.