Alexandria Bay
September 8, 2017
Jack Ely, 8
0, lifelong resident of Alexandria Bay, passed away Friday morning at his home.
He was born August 1, 1937 in Alexandria Bay, son of Fred and Rene Trickey Ely. He graduated from Alexandria Central High School in 1956. He served in the U.S. Navy. He was owner of Ely Electric Inc., which he founded as a young man. A marriage to Nola Rogers, ended in divorce. He later married Virginia Kring. Ginny predeceased Jack in 2005.
He was a member of the Alexandria Bay American Legion, the Alexandria Bay Men’s Golf League, and was an avid outdoorsman.
He is survived by two sons, Danny of Redwood and Gregory of Alexandria Bay, two step-sons, Tim (Dianne) Kring, Alexandria Bay, and Tad (Catherine) Kring, Naples, FL, a brother, Danny “Boomer” of Redwood, two sisters, Mrs. Gerald (Joan) Bristol and Mrs. Joe (Linda) Bazinet, both of LaFargeville, and three grandchildren. His longtime companion, Jane Carmon, with whom he resided, also survives him. Jack was also predeceased by a brother, Robert, and three sisters, Verna Daniels, Betty Irwin, and Jean Paige.
A celebration of life gathering will be held Saturday, September 16th at2 pm at the Alexandria Bay American Legion.
Memorial donations may be made to the Alexandria Bay Fire Department or to Hospice of Jefferson County.
Our sincerest condolences. Jim & Donna Donegan & family
Danny & Greg: Please accept my deepest heartfelt sympathies.
R.I.P Mr Ely you will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of your family and friends during this difficult time. God Bless You All <3
With Love From Aubrey Pledger,Teri And Ty Taitt
We have lost a wonderful man, one that was there for the entire community. Greg and Dan, I am so very sorry for your loss. I loved your Dad, he was truly one of the good guys.
Greg, Dan and families,
Sorry to hear about your Fathers passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times.