Charlene H. Ellis

Charlene H. Ellis, 69, of Martinsville, died on Saturday, April 5, 2014 at her residence. She was born on December 22, 1944 in Washington, Indiana to the late Emil and Emma Braun.

Aside from her loving parents Charlene is preceded in death by her two brothers, Gene and Bernie Braun.

She provided for her family practicing the dental arts, ranging from dental technician, dental research, and many other specialties. The IU School of Dentistry has recognized her for her 50 years of service in the dental profession. She enjoyed gardening, traveling the country with her husband in the antique 1942 Chevy they both owned, capturing the moments of the world around her with her photography. She, along with her husband and son, owned an antique business where she enjoyed the excitement of the find and the story behind the antique. As a musically inclined person she was fond of playing the drums, organ and some stringed instruments. Above all, she was known for being a “people person” who was well liked by many.

She is survived by her son, David Ellis of Indianapolis; her loving companion of almost 30 years, Donald Guthrie of Martinsville, her combined close family members, Debbie Liffick of New Whiteland, IN and Matt Guthrie of Greenwood, Indiana; as well as a host of other close relatives and friends.

A memorial service will take place at 4PM Sunday, April 27, 2014 at Carlisle- Branson Funeral Service & Crematory; 39 East High Street, Mooresville, IN. A gathering of friends will take place from 2 until 4PM at the funeral home on Sunday.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to an educational memorial fund payable to Indiana College Choice Advisor 529 Savings Plan for the Benefit of Autumn Guthrie, 1215 South Illinois Street, Indianapolis, IN 46225 or to a charity of the donor’s choice in Charlene’s name. Friends may visit www.carlislebranson.com to share a memory or sign the guest registry.