Although Ellen Church Marshall wasn't born in Terre Haute originally, she spent many years here working as the director of nursing at Union Hospital. Ms. Marshall was a historical figure in this town because she was the very first airline stewardess. Before her career at Union Hospital, Ellen was a nurse and an early female pilot. The United Airlines refused to hire her as a pilot for them but took her advice when she suggested hiring nurses as stewardess in order to calm passengers fears. Upon arriving in Terre Haute, Indiana Ellen met her future husband, Leonard Briggs Marshall. He was the president of Terre Haute First National Bank. Sadly, Ellen passed away on August 22, 1965 after falling from a horse while riding. She was buried at Highland Lawn Cemetery in Terre Haute.
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