Elwood Chellis

NewfieldElwood Chellis, 86, of Newfield, died Thursday October 11, 2000 at The Newton Center, Sanford, Maine.He was born in Roslindale, MA., on April 24, 1915 the son of Percy and Rose Glynn Chellis and graduated from Roslindale High School.Mr. Chellis served in The United States Army During WWII under General Patton. He was stationed in The Philippines, Korea and throughout Africa and Europe.After his career in The Army, he continued to serve as a member of The Newfield Rescue Squad since it was established in 1977. The rescue was the most important part of his life and was an honorary member up until his death.He enjoyed woodworking very much and was a member of Bubbles and Bangles Craft Group. He is survived by his sister Ann Minor of Newfield and his niece Teresa Perry of Philadelphia, PA.Relatives and friends may call from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Monday at The Heald Funeral Home, Limerick Chapel, 26 Sokokis Trail North, Limerick Maine, where a funeral will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday. If desired, donations may be made in his memory to The Newfield Rescue, P.O. Box 170 West Newfield, ME. 04095.