Ellen Bard

Ellen M. Bard (January 11, 1949 – October 28, 2009) was an American politician serving as a Republican member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Bard was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She graduated from Pomona College in 1971.

Quotes about Ellen Bard

• Her husband of 36 years, Robert Stiratelli, said that his wife was a very committed advocate of the community.
• It always seemed to me like if there was an event where people needed her support or recognition, she was there. Whether it was Eagle Scout ceremonies, weddings, funerals, speaking at a public event, that was one of her top priorities, to be there.
• I just felt like Ellen and the community were synonymous many times during those years.
• Ellen was passionate about energy and environmental issues. Going back to when we were first married in 1973; she was always looking for a way to move on those issues. It’s what led directly to her entering politics.
• She was a wonderful friend to the Abington School District.
• She spent time here to celebrate our successes, helped us in the House to make sure education was appropriately funded for all students, helped with fundraising, helped set up a scholarship herself. Most important she believed in us, because her daughter went to school here. She was an active participant as a representative and as a parent.
  • Former legislator Ellen Bard dies at age 60 Retrieved 13 April 2025