Ellen Upp

Ellen Upp

Ellen graduated from Defiance High School in 1966, received her Associate's degree from International Business College and is a graduate of the Defiance County Leadership Program.

Ellen holds memberships with the American Legion Auxiliary, Chamber of Commerce, Defiance Hospital Auxiliary, and Defiance Republican Women. She is also a member of Defiance County Alumni Leadership, Defiance Township Trustees Association, and the Defiance County Republican Central Committee Executive Board. Ellen is currently serving her third term on Council and has served as chairman of the Finance Committee since 1997, and a member since 1994.

Ellen is the owner of the Fifth Stitch (http://www.fifthstitch.com); which opened its doors 32 years ago. She resides in Defiance with her husband Allen. They have four children and four grandchildren.

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