Ellen Wemyss Granade

June 3, 1976 - November 20, 2011
Ellen Wemyss Granade


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Dr. Ellen Wemyss Granade Pharm. D., age 35, of Calabash N.C. passed away Sunday, Nov. 20th, 2011 at her home.

She is survived by her husband Grant Granade, and two sons Garrett & Eli Granade; her parents Phillip and Nancy Wemyss; Grandmother Virginia Bellamy; sisters, Dr. Carrie Danford Pharm. D. and husband, Richard Danford and Ginny Pridgen and husband, John Tate and their children, Elijah and Johnna Pridgen; brother James Wemyss and wife, Fallon; niece Rachel Danford; nephews William and Thomas Danford. As well as her life long best friend, Jessica Benton.

Ellen achieved a Doctorate in Pharmaceutical Science from Campbell University and was an employee at CVS in Seaside.

The family will receive friends beginning at 10:30 am Saturday, November 26, 2011 followed by a memorial service at 12 pm at St. Lukes Lutheran Church 5869 Ocean Hwy West, Ocean Isle Beach, NC.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the “Ellen Granade Cancer Fund” which may be taken to First Bank. Also, donations may be made to Saint Luke Lutheran Preschool.

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  • November 24, 2011
    Tabitha Roller (McMillan) says:
    I just want to say how sorry i am for your lost, especially around the tough holiday seasons! I met Ellen my freshman year in high school. We had typewriting class, together, we became friends learning to peck at a keyboard. She was a wonderful, funny, smart, and beautiful person. She will be greatly missed! My thoughts and prayers are with all her family. May God be with you during your difficult times!

  • November 23, 2011
    David & Rita Moore says:
    We send our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the Granade/Wemyss families during this time of sadness.We pray you will find peace and comfort as you reflect on Ellens' impact on your families and this community . Her 'fight' will continue in her honor .

  • November 23, 2011
    Melissa Wilkes says:
    I did not know Ellen very well but my heart breaks for you all. I know the pain cancer can bring. I am so sorry for the loss you feel. Praying for strength and comfort for you all!!

  • November 23, 2011
    Rachel Joan Harper says:
    My thoughts, prayers, and sympathy to Ellen Wemyss Granade's Family!!! May God hold you in His arms and comfort you!

  • November 24, 2011
    larhonda galloway says:
    CarrieBeth, my prayers are with u and your family during this differcult time.

  • November 24, 2011
    Crystal "Driver" Gile says:
    I have been Blessed to have Ellen in my life for the last 6 years. She was the Strongest woman that i know. I have still not excepted the fact that she's gone but know that it will hit me soon. May god be with each and everyone of her friends and family members.May the God of comfort help you during this difficult time and may the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. <3

  • November 26, 2011
    Dee Guthrie says:
    Grant and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you.

  • November 25, 2011
    Bobby & Crystal Dameron says:
    We were so sorry to hear about Ellen's passing. Our heart goes out to you Grant, your sons and your families during this difficult time. Please accept our heartfelt sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  • November 25, 2011
    Jeffrey D. Cato says:
    Dearest Carrie Beth and Grant, Garrett and Eli and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all during your grief in the loss of your beloved Ellen. In the short time that I met and knew Ellen, I could tell that she had a special spark and her extraordinary courage to battle her illness inspired me beyond words. Ellen will be missed but her amazing spirit will live on in all those she knew and loved. I am sorry that I can not attend her memorial service, but my thoughts and prayers will be with you during this time. In honor of Ellen, I am making a donation to the Preschool. May God be with you. Sincerely, Jeff Cato

  • November 24, 2011
    Helen Prince says:
    she has touched so many lives with her good spirit she is with the angels now in heaven looking down on her family an is nolonger in pain we love each an everyone of yall an will always be in our thoughts an prayers

  • November 25, 2011
    Michelle says:
    So sorry for your loss, you and yours will be our thoughts and prayers

  • November 23, 2011
    micah stanley says:
    Sending My Condolences!! Sorry To Hear About This!! Prayers And Prayers For The Family And Friends!!

  • November 24, 2011
    Amy Jones says:
    I am so very sorry for your loss. Many thoughts and prayers with you at this difficult time.

  • November 24, 2011
    the Arwood family says:
    Peace and love to the Wemyss family

  • November 27, 2011
    Terry Sellers Harrison says:
    Dear Nancy, I am so sorry to hear about Ellen. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. It seems like yesterday that I worked with you at Union and your children were young. My sincere sympathy goes out to you and all of your family. Terry

  • November 27, 2011
    Jessica Benton says:
    Ellen, my Ellen - I will miss you constantly and promise to honor your memory daily! Your boys will always know what a loving, involved and wonderful mommy you were & how much they filled your life with love and happiness!

  • November 27, 2011
    Megan Grissett says:
    You were a beautiful person in life, and now a beautiful spirit in the afterlife. God Bless your family--immediate and extended. Love you, Megan

  • November 28, 2011
    Brad Lewis says:
    Grant, Our sincerest condolences in your loss. Please know that our prayers are with you and your family during this time. Brad Lewis

  • November 28, 2011
    Jonathan Jackson says:
    I was sad to learn about Ellen. I hadn't seen her (or any of the Wemyss crew) in a long time, but I have many fond memories of seeing you guys each summer at White Lake. I will always remember Ellen's kindness and friendly smile. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

  • November 28, 2011
    Emma Zone says:
    Ellen was a part of our online mom's group (affectionately called "MOGO"), formed 6 years ago when we were all pregnant. We have been thinking about her and the family constantly, and we hope you are finding comfort and peace. We will miss her so very much.

  • November 28, 2011
    Diane Sholtis says:
    Grant, Garrett, Eli and family, I am so terribly sorry for your loss! Ellen was a wonderful woman who was loved by so many!! She was kind, generous of spirit and she loved you all so much! She spoke of her boys at every opportunity and she always said how much she loved them! My heart is broken for you all! I pray that God's peace surrounds you as you grieve for this fantastic woman! God bless you all!

  • November 29, 2011
    Jane Blackwell says:
    I am so sorry for your loss. I can only imagine the sorrow that your family must be experiencing. I am in prayer for your family and will ask that God bring you comfort and peace during these days ahead. May God bless you.

  • November 23, 2011
    Andrea Nance says:
    My sincerest sympathies to her family, she will be greatly missed.

  • November 23, 2011
    Autumn Wells says:
    I was blessed to know Ellen through pharmacy school. She was a wonderful, kind, and generous soul with an amazing heart. With heartfelt condolences, may God give you strength.

  • November 23, 2011
    Melanie Pound says:
    I am so sorry to hear of Ellen's passing. Please know you will be in our prayers. May God give you strength at this difficult time.

  • November 23, 2011
    Gary Priest says:
    Grant, I am so sorry for your loss. My phone number is 423-886-6136. Gary Priest

  • November 22, 2011
    Dianne Scoggins Lawrence says:
    I am so very sorry to hear of Ellen's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends at this sad and difficult time. Dianne

  • November 24, 2011
    Tim and Marla Finnegan says:
    We are very sorry Grant and will keep you, your boys, and your family in our prayers. May God give you strength during this difficult time.

  • November 24, 2011
    Courtney Beck says:
    My heart is heavy for your family. I only know of you through mutual friends, but I haven't stopped thinking about you since I heard Ellen's story. I will be participating in CrossFit's Fight Like a Girl workout in Ellen's honor. I hope you will find peace and comfort in God's love. He has a new angel. Prayers are with you. Warmest regards, Courtney Beck

  • November 24, 2011
    Lynn Carlisle says:
    My thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you. Love you all......

  • November 24, 2011
    Suzanne and Stephen Harris says:
    We are so sorry to hear of Ellen's passing. To Carrie, please know that you and all of your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. With our love, Suzanne and Stephen

  • November 23, 2011
    Jessica Lancaster says:
    I didn't have the pleasure of knowing Ellen, but I know she was loved by so many. So sorry for your loss...

  • November 23, 2011
    Tommy & Wanda Bradsher says:
    What an inspirational young lady she was! I have loved her family members for many years & they are strong, loving people. I will continue to pray for her loved ones to have peace, comfort, & strength now & all the days ahead. God Bless this family!

  • November 22, 2011
    Dani Hunley says:
    I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that you feel God's strength and comfort. Ellen was a wonderful, kind, compassionate, beautiful person and she will be greatly missed by all who had the priviledge to know her.

  • November 23, 2011
    Michelle Davis says:
    So sorry for your loss. May God Bless and comfort you all!

  • November 23, 2011
    Ronnie & Clarice Holden says:
    Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Ellen was a very brave lady and her passing brings sadness to the community.

  • November 22, 2011
    Rebecca King Cantrell says:
    My thoughts and prayers go out to Ellen's family during this time. Ellen was a kind, sweet, generous person and she will be missed greatly.

  • November 22, 2011
    Chad Riggs says:
    I knew Ellen from pharmacy school - she was a fellow Phi Delta Chi as well as a classmate. To say she was intelligent, professional, and compassionate would grossly understate the person we came to know at Campbell. Grant, Garrett and Eli are in my family's prayers.

  • November 22, 2011
    kathy johnson says:
    i've lived next to Ellen and Grant for a few years now...Never have i seen anyone fight cancer with such spirit and resolve..She was a wonder to behold..i will miss her sweet smile. She and Grant were in the midst of raising their two beautiful boys..and i know her loss is beyond words for them.. i hope they find the strength they need to sustain them...my prayers and thoughts go out to you Grant, and to your and Ellens families. god bless..

  • November 23, 2011
    LORRAINE HIESTER says:
    EVEN THO THERE WAS A BIT OF AN AGE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN US ELLEN & I "INTERNED TOGETHER" AND THE WORKED TOGETHER. I'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER HER WIT, INTEGRITY AND COURAGE. I WILL MISS HER LORRAINE

  • November 22, 2011
    Diana Anderson Becker says:
    The pain one feels of loss is equal or greater to the love one had for someone....therefore I know anyone who knew Ellen, even for a short time, feels great pain for she was a great woman. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

  • November 23, 2011
    Ellie Moore says:
    My heart goes out to Ellen's family. I knew Ellen through the pharmaceutical sciences program and pharmacy school at Campbell. She was such a genuine, fun loving, happy go lucky person and miss seeing her. God bless.

  • November 23, 2011
    Tonya Michelle Pigott says:
    Praying for you and your family.