Wilhelmina Frances Ellermets

January 31, 1932 - March 10, 2020

Wilhelmina Frances Ellermets went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday March 10, 2020 at the home of her daughter Beth Barnett in Bradenton, Florida. Wilhelmina was born on January 31, 1932 in Albany, New York and died at the age of 88. Wilhelmina is survived by her loving husband, Arne Ellermets of 66 years. She is also survived by 6 children, Arne Ellermets, wife Lucia, Beth Barnett, husband Randy, Paul Ellermets, wife Susan, Mark Ellermets, wife Anne, Heidi Marburger, husband Gary, Kent Ellermets, wife Val. Wilhelmina is also survived by 16 grandchildren, Anna, Eric, Ashley, Krista, Brian, Matthew, David, William, Jack, Luke, Josh, Jeff, Jenn, Jessica, Paige, and Leah. She also leaves 21 great Grandchildren. She was DEARLY loved by her family. She also leaves 2 sisters, Alida Ellermets, Husband Heiki, Darathy Soto, and 1 brother Perrin Klersy and wife Linda. She leaves many nieces and nephews as well. Wilhelmina was preceded in death by her mother, father, and 1 brother. Wilhelmina was a teacher in Schenectady, New York where she met her husband. After marriage Wilhelmina was the wife of an Air Force Pilot and traveled widely while lovingly caring for her 6 children. Wilhelmina later received her master’s degree in marriage counseling. Arne and Wilhelmina at retirement age became AWANA missionaries who served the Lord in Europe and throughout the United States. Wilhelmina’s life mission was to love Jesus and love others. She did this so well. The funeral will be officiated by Rev. Gary Marburger and will take place Friday March 13, 2020 at 11:00 AM with Visitation beginning at 10:00 AM Bayside Community Church, East Bradenton Campus, 15800 E. State Road 64 Bradenton, FL 34212 In Lieu of flowers we would appreciate donations to our mom’s favorite ministries: Onemoreonelessproject.com or oneloveskate.org