Darryl K. Ellingson

Darryl K. Ellingson, 73, of Manchester, passed away at his residence on October 25, 2024, with his loving family by his side after a brief battle with cancer.

He was born in Spring Grove, MN on February 12, 1951, the son of the late Alden and Luetta (Ellestad) Ellingson. He was also predeceased by his older brother Jeff Ellingson of IA. Darryl was a graduate of St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN and worked as a claims manager for Lincoln National Life for many years. Following his retirement, he worked as a substitute teacher for Highland Goffs Falls Elementary School and worked PT at Target. He enjoyed taking trips to visit family in the Midwest. He also enjoyed day trips with family visiting different parts of NH, ME, and VT. He was an avid collector of pens. When his children were younger, he coached them in several various sports and enjoyed attending all their sporting events.

Family members include his wife of 37 years, Theresa (Lee) Ellingson; two sons, Patrick Ellingson of Manchester, and Christopher Ellingson and his wife Elizabeth of Merrimack; one granddaughter, Delaney; Two brothers, David (Shelley) Ellingson and family of MN, and Jay (Kari) Ellingson and family of WI. As well as many nephews, nieces, and cousins.

A memorial gathering will take place at Phaneuf Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 243 Hanover St., Manchester on Friday, November 8th from 9:00 to 11:00 AM with a memorial service to follow at 11. To view an online tribute, send condolences to the family, or for more information, visit www.phaneuf.net

 In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Solinsky Center for Cancer Center at the Elliot in Manchester, NH.