Obituary of Ellen C. Riess

RIESS, Ellen (nee GREMELSBACKER) of Sea Cliff, NY on November 9th, 2019 age 72. Beloved sister of Margaret Rumore (the late Sal), Marie Zabielski (John), Joseph Gremelsbacker (the late Rosemary), the late Eugene Gremelsbacker (Loretta), the late John (Linda), the late James (Susie), the late Michael (Christine) and the late Martin. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Arrangements entrusted to Dodge-Thomas Funeral Home of Glen Cove. A memorial mass will be held at St. Boniface Martyr Church of Sea Cliff on Saturday, November 23rd at 11am. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Mr. Phil Catapano, 2 Gates Way,Sea Cliff, NY 11579 for "Kathy's Duffel Bag Project", a charitable project that donates duffel bags of supplies, clothing & necessities to children & teens in need.  All contributions are reported to St Christopher Ottilie (SCO) which will acknowledge your contribution. www.DodgeThomas.com