Eugene Ellis

Mr. Eugene "Gene" Ellis, 84, of Mocksville died peacefully Wednesday April 25, 2018 at the
Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. A celebration of life service was held at Blaise Baptist Church Sunday, April 29th at 3 PM. The family received friends beginning at 1:30 PM. Reverends Glenn Sellers, David Gilbreath and Bill Phillips lead the celebration of life and graveside service. Burial was in Eatons Baptist Church Cemetery. Gene was born January 7, 1934 in Davie County to William Albert and Nannie McBride Ellis. He attended Farmington School. In 1952 he married Myra Jane Davis. She preceded him in death in 2006. He was also preceded in death by 5 brothers: Ben, Gilmer, Luther, Ausbon, W.A., and Francis Reid Ellis, and 4 sisters: Louise Bennett, Ruth Sheek, Betty Frye, and Mary Catherine Ellis. Gene is survived by two children, Luwonna (Glenn) Oakes and Steven (Crystal) Ellis. He is also survived by three special granddaughters, Lauralynn Ellis, McKenna Oakes, and Keelyn Oakes. They brought much joy and laughter in his life. He is survived by a special friend, Peggy Whittaker, two loving sisters, Pat (Richard) Sheets and Nancy Dinkins, and numerous nieces and nephews. Gene was self-employed as a building contractor and plumber for over 50 years. He built and remodeled many homes and church facilities in the area. He was also instrumental in the construction of the original William R. Davie Fire Department. Gene was a member of Blaise Baptist Church. The members of his Bible Fellowship class were an important part of his life. He loved helping others in anyway possible and as a result had many friends. The family would like to thank Dr. John Roach and Sharron Vannoy, Salem Family Practice; Dr. Yu and staff, Novant Oncology; and staff at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice for the special care given to Gene. Memorials may be made to Blaise Baptist Handy-Man Miistry or Cemetery fund, Eatons Baptist Church.

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