Ann Ellis Corrin Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Ann Ellis Corrin, born in Bristol, Virginia on January 15, 1925, went to be with the Lord on May 29, 2018. Preceded in death by parents, F.E. and Pansy Ellis and husband of 61 years, Ralph. Survivors include her children Jim (Cathy), Susan Ward, Nancy Alley (Bill), and Michael (Barbie), 7 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren. Ann was a Virginia High School graduate, a lifelong Methodist, and a member of the Emmaus Community. She was an avid dog lover! Her life was dedicated to the glory of God, family, friends, and service to her community. She was frequently asked to share her testimony about God’s plan for her life. Ann was a 43 year breast cancer survivor and a Reach to Recovery volunteer for the American Cancer Society (35 years) as well as co-founder and chair of the Bristol, Tennessee Breast Cancer Support group (15 years) with her dear friend Peggy Miller. Among other volunteer activities, Ann was PTA president, cub scout leader, Red Cross volunteer, and was inspired to aid Vietnam Vets at the VA hospital. Ann established a card ministry (25 years) that reached thousands of people. After the death of Ralph, she volunteered at Wellmont Hospice House (7 years). After moving to Morning Pointe in Franklin, TN because of failing health, Ann continued to inspire and encourage others. Her lifelong sense of humor and love of people endeared her to the staff! The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM until 2:00 PM on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at Oakley-Cook Funeral Home, 2223 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, TN. A celebration of life will follow at 2:00 PM. Committal and interment will be held at Glenwood Cemetery, Bluff City Highway, Bristol, TN. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wellmont Hospice House, 280 Steele’s Road, Bristol, TN 37620 or The American Cancer Society, 2000 Charlotte Ave., Nashville, TN 37203. Arrangements for Mrs. Corrin and her family have been made through Oakley-Cook Funeral Home & Crematory.

Ann Ellis Corrin

January 15, 1925 - May 29, 2018