November 11, 2020
November 11, 2020
Miss you and think about you often sweet friend.
Ellyn (Ellie) Michelle Feinroth, 61 of Asheville passed away Saturday November 11th, 2017 at Duke University Hospital after a courageous fight with cancer. Ellyn was born July 10th, 1956 in Patterson New Jersey, the second daughter of Robert and Marion (Kirshner) Feinroth.
Ellyn was predeceased by her father Robert and her nephew Steven. Ellyn will be lovingly remembered by her mother Marion (Judy) Feinroth, sister Carrie and sister-in-law Dottie Hehre, brother Chuck, sister-in-law Anne and their three children Lauren, CJ & Christina, brother Steven, sister-in-law Maureen and their son Bobby, ex husband Ed Broyles and Ellyn's long time partner Brook Messina and his daughter Madison.
Ellyn spent much of her youth as a counselor with Project Youth, and locally with Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) as a guide and manager, where she developed her love of adventure and the outdoors. Ellyn later moved to Asheville and became a successful business woman as the owner operator of Doc Chey's Noodle House at 37 Biltmore Avenue. Ellyn will be remembered for her passion as an avid runner, biker, boater, and animal lover. She will forever be loved by her friends and extended families at NOC, Asheville Rowing Club, Asheville CrossFit, by the employees and customers of Doc Chey's and by the countless lives she deeply touched, both here in Asheville and around the country.
There will be a celebration of Ellyn's life by her family and friends Sunday, April 29, at the Chattooga river.
In lieu of flowers please consider donations in Ellyn's name to Brother Wolf Animal Rescue (bwar.org) and the Chattooga Conservancy (chattoogariver.org)
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November 11, 2019
November 11, 2019
Miss you so much Ellie. I still think and talk about you all the time at the restaurant where I currently work. The example you set lives on continually in the impact you made on all of us who were fortunate enough to call you a friend. What a blessing it was to know and learn from you. I will never forget the time that I tried to take the ice bucket out of your hand and the look you gave me; that was when I knew you were an entirely different caliber of restaurant owner and employer. You were a friend and a coworker, an equal at all times, and you set an example that I continue to hold and live by. I miss you so much my dear friend, rest well until your next adventure.
November 11, 2019
November 11, 2019
My sweet Ellie!
Sometimes I think about how much you loved Swedish fish. Or how you hated when people called you “ma’am” and it was a really hard habit for me to kick. Your generosity, your ability to handle all the things, all of your support for everyone around you.
These memories of you bring such a smile to my face, they make me so thankful to have been part of the community you built around you. Missing your fierce awesomeness always, my friend.
Sometimes I think about how much you loved Swedish fish. Or how you hated when people called you “ma’am” and it was a really hard habit for me to kick. Your generosity, your ability to handle all the things, all of your support for everyone around you.
These memories of you bring such a smile to my face, they make me so thankful to have been part of the community you built around you. Missing your fierce awesomeness always, my friend.
March 23, 2018
March 23, 2018
I just learned of Ellie's passing. So sad to hear the news. She was an amazing loving compassionate person who touched the lives of all she met. Will miss you greatly Ellie!
December 13, 2017
December 13, 2017
I was heartbroken to hear that Ellie had passed. I am the Founder of Brother Wolf Animal Rescue in Asheville and have considered Ellie a friend over the years and an avid supporter of our work. For the past ten years, she has always figured out a way to help us further our work for the animals by holding fundraisers, donating gift cards, and letting us keep a donation box on her counter. She has ran in our 5k several times with her sweet doggie- and damn! They were so fast! I never knew she was sick. She was always so vibrant and upbeat. I will miss her smile. When our sanctuary is open, we will create a tribute for her. She deserved it. Much love to her family and friends grieving her loss right now...
December 3, 2017
December 3, 2017
I am so sad to hear this news, and my heart goes out to all who loved her and were loved by her! Ellie was one of the first strong, adventuresome female role models that I met on the Chattooga River. I remember being in awe of her finesse and fortitude, and generous spirit. I have no doubt that she carried these attributes to the end. She was one-of-a-kind!
November 27, 2017
November 27, 2017
Oh Ellie how I miss your smile, your sweet voice, and your sense of humor. The years spent alongside you at Doc Chey's were truly a blessing, and there will never be another quite like you. I hope you are enjoying the next grand adventure the Universe has in store for you. Thank you for giving us the gift of your life, we will never stop loving you.
November 26, 2017
November 26, 2017
My sweet and dear friend Ellie,
You touched my life in such a huge way with your kindness and friendship. You touched so many others’ lives in the same way. How very lucky are we to have been blessed by your life in ours!
For Ellie’s family, my thoughts are with you. Please know that she was surrounded by so much love!
You touched my life in such a huge way with your kindness and friendship. You touched so many others’ lives in the same way. How very lucky are we to have been blessed by your life in ours!
For Ellie’s family, my thoughts are with you. Please know that she was surrounded by so much love!
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November 11, 2020
November 11, 2020
Miss you and think about you often sweet friend.
November 11, 2019
November 11, 2019
Miss you so much Ellie. I still think and talk about you all the time at the restaurant where I currently work. The example you set lives on continually in the impact you made on all of us who were fortunate enough to call you a friend. What a blessing it was to know and learn from you. I will never forget the time that I tried to take the ice bucket out of your hand and the look you gave me; that was when I knew you were an entirely different caliber of restaurant owner and employer. You were a friend and a coworker, an equal at all times, and you set an example that I continue to hold and live by. I miss you so much my dear friend, rest well until your next adventure.
November 11, 2019
November 11, 2019
My sweet Ellie!
Sometimes I think about how much you loved Swedish fish. Or how you hated when people called you “ma’am” and it was a really hard habit for me to kick. Your generosity, your ability to handle all the things, all of your support for everyone around you.
These memories of you bring such a smile to my face, they make me so thankful to have been part of the community you built around you. Missing your fierce awesomeness always, my friend.
Sometimes I think about how much you loved Swedish fish. Or how you hated when people called you “ma’am” and it was a really hard habit for me to kick. Your generosity, your ability to handle all the things, all of your support for everyone around you.
These memories of you bring such a smile to my face, they make me so thankful to have been part of the community you built around you. Missing your fierce awesomeness always, my friend.
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