In Memory

Jeffrey Ellis

Jeffrey Ellis passed away on April 19, 2021. He was a Certified Hazard Materials Manager for over 30 years. Jeff enjoyed cruising the Washington and Oregon waters with his 40-foot cruiser. Jeff opened LaPolena Bed & Breakfast in 2018 in Southport, NC. He was the Captain for the Christmas Flotilla Cruise in Southport in 2020.

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