Marina Ellis, 83, of Paterson, passed away on April 10, 2024. Born in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, she came to the mainland in 1960 and settled in Paterson.

Before retiring, Marina was a Nurses Aide at St. Joseph's Hospital, Paterson for many years, and enjoyed drawing and shopping.

Beloved mother of Aida Nieves, Pascual Nieves, Alex Nieves, Nancy Nieves, Migdalia Rivera and the late Mirta Mendez. Loving grandmother of Aidanil Walker, Natasha Rodriguez, Adriana Rodriguez, Pascual Nieves, Jr., Joel Nieves, Michael Nieves, Jasmine Nieves, Alex Nieves, Jr., Vicky Nieves, Stephen Pinero, Anthony Torres, Tanya McGee, George Morales, Peaches Ambert, Jennifer DeAngelis, Joseph Ambert, T'Keyah Day, 27 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.

Visiting Monday, April 15, 2024, 5-8 PM at the Shook Funeral Home, 639 Van Houten Ave., Clifton. Prayer Service will begin at 7 PM. Cremation will be private