MR

Posted: **Mon Jun 02, 2008 2:51 pm**

i just read this sad news over at the generations forum:

MNM wrote:Hello folks. I know that some of you have heard the news, or at least some of it, that one of our own has left us. Darla Ellis, one of the partners in crime behind Journey Past & Present suffered a massive brain hemmorrage last night and was pronounced brain dead. Her family will be taking her off life support later today and donating her organs to those who need them. The person who gets her heart is a very lucky person indeed for she was so very kindhearted.

I am in a personal state of shock as I have lost a very very dear friend with whom I've shared many great memories. I am at a total loss for words, and for those of you who know me know how rare that is.

There is no word on services as yet, but if you want to be kept informed send me a PM and I'll be in touch. Keep in your thoughts her husband Emerson Dong (another JPP consipirator), her daughter Telysa, and grandson Aiden who will miss her very very much.
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MNM

Posted: **Mon Jun 02, 2008 2:54 pm**

Oh no! So sorry to hear this. May her soul rest in peace. All prayers to her grieving family.

I don't know her but so young, its heartbreaking to learn this.

Godspeed Darla.

Posted: **Mon Jun 02, 2008 2:57 pm**

I never heard of her before this thread, but that's horrible news for anyone, any family, to have to deal with. My thoughts and prayers go to her and her loved ones.

Posted: **Mon Jun 02, 2008 3:07 pm**

i don't think she ever posted on MR, but some people over here knew her. she organized many fan events with a group called "journey past & present." this pic was taken at a luncheon after the WOF ceremony. she's in the black floral shirt, kneeling 2nd from left.

Posted: **Mon Jun 02, 2008 3:16 pm**

Dear Cyndy -

So sorry for your loss, and hope everything goes ok for you and those close to her in the time to come. God bless.

Posted: **Mon Jun 02, 2008 3:19 pm**

cyndy! wrote:i don't think she ever posted on MR, but some people over here knew her. she organized many fan events with a group called "journey past & present." this pic was taken at a luncheon after the WOF ceremony. she's in the black floral shirt, kneeling 2nd from left.

Thank you for letting us know, who she was. Frankly, I think this is indeed a sad day for Journey fans as well. We've lost a wonderful human being and a beautiful woman I must say. :cry:

Posted: **Mon Jun 02, 2008 3:21 pm**

Sad news and so young. Thanks for the post Cyndy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Darlas family and friends.

Posted: **Mon Jun 02, 2008 3:27 pm**

thats sad..

Posted: **Mon Jun 02, 2008 3:30 pm**

I have no words....we all love this band....no matter your internet "allegiance" the music is ingrained in all of us....at the end of the day we are one and...we just lost one of US.....

Aloha Darla.

Posted: **Mon Jun 02, 2008 3:48 pm**

I'm so sorry to hear this Cyndy. What terrible news.

Posted: **Mon Jun 02, 2008 3:51 pm**

Heartbreaking in all respects
Too Young!
the song that comes to mind by Benny Mardonnes

Too Young
Heart wrenching loss

My heart goes out to her loved ones

:cry:

Posted: **Mon Jun 02, 2008 4:18 pm**

My condolences to you and all that knew her. 44 is way to young to go. Even more so since she was a parent.

Posted: **Mon Jun 02, 2008 4:43 pm**

That is sad news - too young...I didn't know her, but I remember hearing about the group...my sympathy to her family.

Posted: **Mon Jun 02, 2008 10:47 pm**

My thoughts and prayers to her friends and family! Sad indeed!

Posted: **Mon Jun 02, 2008 11:08 pm**

Darla was very active in the Journey world.

As Cyndy mentioned she was a member of Journey Past and Present (JPP) the group which organized many events including the star on the hollywood walk of fame (and the ceremonies), the star at the Bill Graham Memorial.

Her husband Emerson was the man behind the dvd's from many events.

Emerson needs our strength now. He is lost.

Cat

Posted: **Mon Jun 02, 2008 11:16 pm**

OMG!!! I am so sorry to hear this.She was a very beautiful lady. Yes Cyndy she will be in my prayers.Her family is now in my prayers and thoughts at this sad time.

RIP

You will be missed by all.

:cry:

MR

Darla Ellis 1964-2008

Darla Ellis 1964-2008