Obituary of P. J. Ellis

P.J. Ellis, 59, of Peabody, died unexpectedly Monday at his home in Peabody. Born in Salem, he was the son of the late John H. and Julia A. (Henry) Ellis. He was raised and educated in Peabody and was a graduate of Peabody High School, class of 1968. After high school, PJ enrolled in classes and became a master plumber and worked independently throughout the North Shore PJ enjoyed spending time with his friends and when he was younger, he enjoyed skiing the White Mountains in the North Conway Area of New Hampshire. PJ is survived by a brother, Jack Ellis of Peabody, a sister, Margaret McCarthy of Maryland and by five nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Julia Sonnett.