TURNER — Ellen Mae (Gould) Harms, 77, of Turner, passed away in the comfort of her home, with her daughter by her side on Tuesday, Dec 15. She fought a brief but rapid battle with CNS lymphoma. Ellen was a mother, wife, sister, aunt and friend to many. Her sweet disposition was enjoyed by all who knew her.

She was born in Lewiston. Ellen was one of five children. Her first job was with the phone company. Marrying a petty officer in the U.S. Navy, Ellen and Don were able to live in a variety of places including Bermuda and Puerto Rico.

Ellen loved the water and went swimming in any ocean, lake or pond she had access to. It was this love of the water and family that brought her back to live at Bear Pond for the past 10 years.

Ellen was an active woman who loved to shop, dine out, attend Bible study and take adventures with the Red Hat Society. Many weddings, baby showers, birthdays and anniversaries were celebrated with beautiful cakes Ellen made.

Ellen was a very talented quilter, leaving her legacy with the various quilted items that she gifted to friends and family over the years.

She is survived by her daughter, Susan; son-in–law, Brandon; grandsons, Emerson and Lincoln; her beloved sister, Betty; in-laws, Jeanne and Leroy Stenerson; sister-in-law, Joan; and many loving nephews, nieces and distant grandchildren from her son.

Ellen was predeceased by her husband, Donald; her son, Steven; her sister, Edith; and brothers, Richard and Robert.

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