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Ellen Swartz Obituary

Ellen Shapiro Swartz Mt. Pleasant - Ellen Shapiro Swartz, 78, of Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, wife of Murry I. Swartz, entered into eternal rest Friday, May 14, 2021. Interment will be held Sunday, May 16, 2021 in Mount Pleasant Memorial Gardens, 1308 Mathis Ferry Road, at 1:00 pm. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Mount Pleasant Chapel. Ellen was born November 20, 1942 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late Harry Shapiro and Celia Nathanson Shapiro. She was the owner of A & E Digital Printing, and a member of Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim (KKBE) Congregation in Charleston, South Carolina. She was deeply passionate about art, painting, gardening and cooking. She is survived by her husband, Murry I. Swartz of Mt. Pleasant, SC; and her sons, David Swartz (Larissa) of Newtown Square, PA, James Swartz (Andrea) of Mt. Pleasant, SC, and Robert Swartz (Jennifer) of Mt. Pleasant, SC. She is also survived by her sister, Lynne Hoffman of Balacynwyd, PA; and ten grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim, 90 Hasell Street, Charleston, South Carolina, 29401, or Roper Hospice, 1483 Tobias Gadson Blvd., Ste. 208A, Charleston, SC 29407. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from May 15 to May 16, 2021.

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Miller Love

May 8, 2024

Ellen and Murray were one of a kind couple, always laughing and enjoying life. Dear friends for ever and we sincerely miss seeing them!

Deborah Wright/Harris

December 9, 2023

papa Murray Robert and James I moved out of state years ago so I just found out. Yall know I loved Mrs E. .I am so sorry for your loss . Mrs E was an amazing lady who loved her flowers and make up...my sincere condolences.. Deborah Wright/Harris

Hope Finley

December 3, 2021

I can not say enough good words about this lady we called, Elle. She had a smile that could light up a room and a strong sense of family and what it is to work hard. I never saw Ellen ever use the words "give up" and this showed in everything she did. She was tough as nails in her business life and personal, but never gave up on kindness. She believed everyone deserved a chance if they were willing to work hard at what they wanted. Ellen will always be a personal role model to me of what a woman with a career and family should be. I love you Ellen and will forever miss you and that beautiful one-of-a-kind laugh. -Hope

Lisa and Ray DuBois

May 19, 2021

We just found out that Ellen had died and are deeply saddened by her passing. Ellen never met a stranger and was always wanting to chat and to help, if she could. She was delightful. Her smile could brighten your day. Please know we are thinking of you in this difficult time.

John Chitwood

May 18, 2021

Debbie and I are so very sorry for your loss. Ellen was a delightful person. Her kindness and good humor lit up a room when she entered, and we will miss her greatly.
God bless!

Arnie McClure

May 17, 2021

Murray, Rob, and James, I will so miss Ellen´s beautiful smile when I dropped by the shop. And nobody lit up our Christmas party like she did when she walked through the door. Fond memories to cherish forever! So sorry for your loss, but remember that she leaves such a positive legacy.

Connie Zafiris

May 17, 2021

Murray, James and Rob
Ellen was a gorgeous lady - inside and out. She always made me feel so special. I just found out about her passing. My heart goes out to all of you. Know that she touched so many people with her kindness, joy and love. Sending hugs to all of you!

Paulette Myers

May 17, 2021

Murry, Robert, and James, I am so sad to hear of Ellen´s passing; I will miss her greatly. She was a beautiful, gracious, fiery, and inspirational friend. She loved her family with a tremendous heart. My thoughts are with all of your family.

Jerry rabinowitz

May 16, 2021

My dear Murry please accept my deepest condolences regarding your loss I know what it is like because I went thru it four years ago. Be strong for your family. Best regards. Jerry

Phyllis Ewing

May 16, 2021

Murry, I was saddened to read of Ellen's death. She was such a warm, kind, intelligent person with a great attitude. My condolences to you and the boys.

Brooke Carney

May 16, 2021

Murry, Jay and I send our love and prayers to you and the family. She was a beautiful and vibrant lady and she will be missed terribly!

Judy Zipkin

May 16, 2021

Dear Murry and family,
So saddened by the news of Ellen´s passing.
Many great memories from our younger years.
Please let me know where to send a donation in her honor

ML & Nancy Love

May 16, 2021

Murray, Nancy and I send our most sincere condolences this very sad day. Ellen was a very dear friend, a unique individual, and a wonderful lady ! So glad that we had the opportunity to have dinner with Ellen and you recently, a memory that we will never forget and treasure forever.

Elizabeth Pope

May 16, 2021

Ellen was the spunkiest woman with the biggest heart. As a daily customer for over ten years she made every day better with her smile and positive attitude. She will be missed so, but I will always smile thinking of her when I come in the shop. Love to the entire Schwartz family. Love, Elizabeth Pope

Gary Friedman

May 16, 2021

A classy lady from start to finish. Warm, loving and gracious to all. The consummate hostess, friends were always treated like family. Fond memories of wonderful times spent together over many years. My love and condolences to Murry and all of her family.

Michael Wildstein

May 15, 2021

Such a wonderful woman. She always had a smile to give and a such warm heart.

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