Pictured with Coach Tom is his wife Marlene and former wrestler Lew Birmelin.

MADISON TOWNSHIP — Residents in the Mifflin area had a surprise for one of their neighbors on Saturday.

A parade of former students and athletes surprised Tom Ellis in honor of his 88th birthday. Nearby residents also supported the drive-by parade holding happy birthday signs along the route.

The Tom Ellis Wrestling Classic still takes place in December. It’s named for the former Madison teacher and wrestling coach.

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