Ellen Anna Mae Aase

Ellen Anna Mae Aase, 88, of Grand Forks, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on Sunday, June 30, 2019 at Valley Eldercare in Grand Forks, ND.

Ellen was born on June 18, 1931 to Soren and Annie Blegen. Ellen married the love of her life, Wallace "Wally" Aase on December 18, 1949. They lived in Grafton and Warren before permanently settling in Grand Forks where they raised their five children.

Ellen was a cherished daughter, sister, wife, aunt, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Ellen enjoyed being surrounded by family and friends. Her life was devoted to family. Being a mother and grandmother was her greatest joy. Everyone that knew her will miss her smile.

Ellen is survived by her children: Jerry (Kathy) Aase, Kenneth (Nancy) Aase, Sharon (Bill) Kotrba, Janine (Dave) Willson; six grandchildren: Amanda (Scott) Capes, Julia (Kam) McGregor, Hayle Willson, Jared Aase, Hannah Willson, and Hope Willson; and three great grandchildren: Madison Styles, Max Styles, and Ava Styles.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Wally Aase; mother and father, Soren and Annie Blegen; daughter, Wynn Stjern; grandchild, Heidi Aase; brothers Helmer, George, Oscar, Leonard, Sanford and Glenn; brothers-in-law, Melvin (Doris) Aase, Selvin (Gladys) Aase; and sister-in-law, Elaine (Lavern) Myrfield.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at Amundson Funeral Home in Grand Forks, ND, with visitation one hour prior to the service.

Interment will be at Memorial Park South Cemetery.