Ellen P. Gregorius, age 75, passed away on May 28, 2026. She was born on May 24, 1951, in Appleton, the daughter of Sylvester and Kathryn (Mader) Gregorius.

Ellen enjoyed being creative and found love in arts and crafts, specifically with adult coloring. Over the years, she enjoyed taking care of her plants, her pet birds and decorating her home. Ellen loved finding treasures at rummage sales and collecting purses. Ellen will be remembered most for her love of baking, especially her banana bread, carrot cake and bunny cake at Easter.

Ellen is survived by her daughter: Tina Gregorius; sister: Mary Jo (Jay) Hetherington; niece and nephew: Jennifer (Aaron) Madison and Michael Hetherington (fiancé Amanda Lamothe); great nieces and nephew: Mckelle Robinson, Layton and Victoria Hetherington; aunt: Joan Peterson who was her godmother; and her extended family of dearest friends and family.

Ellen was preceded in death by her parents; brother: Michael; sisters: Patricia, and Christine; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Funeral liturgy will be held at 10:30AM, on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 410 W. Lawrence St., Appleton. Visitation will be on Wednesday at the church from 9:30AM until the time of the Mass. Inurnment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Appleton. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established.

Ellen’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the caregivers over the years for their kindness, care, and compassion.