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OBITUARY
Ellie Duckworth
MAY 6, 1926 – AUGUST 17, 2020
Born May 6, 1926 in Malden, Massachusetts the seventh of nine children born to Joseph and Jenney (nee. Verderosi) Cignetti. A math prodigy in her youth she worked as a government auditor. Ellie married Mac Duckworth (University of Washington Head Basket Ball Coach 1963-1968). They settled in Edmonds where she taught Typing and Business at Meadowdale High School for many years while continuing her auditing on the side.
Mrs. Duckworth, age 94, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2020 in Edmonds, Washington.
Preceded in death by her husband, Mac; siblings, Mary, Bob, Peter, Rosina, Rose, Natalie, John and Joe. She is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
A graveside service held Thursday, August 27, 2020. Reprinted from Dignity Memorial
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Mike Buchmeier (Class Of '66)
What a great photo of Mrs. Duckworth. She really conveys the personality I remember from School.
Pat Echelbarger ('66)
I student taught with Ellie in 1973. She was a pistol! I really appreciated her "no nonsense" approach and it served me well for the four years I taught Businesss Education at Central Kitsap HS.