Gary Ray Ellis, 65, of Etowah, died Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010 at UT Medical Center in Knoxville.A native of Bradley County and resident of McMinn County for the past 18 years, he was a son of the late Asbury Lawerance and Emaline Fannie Hicks Ellis.He worked at W.H. Camp Co. in Chattanooga as general manager for 26 years, and retired from there.He then founded Ray Hal Company in Etowah where he recently retired.He enjoyed farming, collecting cars, spending time with the Amish, and most of all, his grandkids.Survivors include his wife, Rebecca Ellis of Etowah; one son, Phillip Ellis of Cleveland; one stepson and spouse, Scott and Joy Buckner of Etowah; one stepdaughter and spouse, Teresa and Vince Williams of Etowah; two grandchildren, Harley and Ryder Williams of Etowah; two sisters, Edith Bullard and Rene Cardin, both of Cleveland; and four brothers, Tom, Frank, and Albert Ellis, all of Cleveland, and Alvin Ellis of Etowah.Funeral service will be held at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2010 in the South Chapel with the Rev. Ronnie Best officiating.The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday prior to the service.
Family and friends will assemble at the funeral home at 9:45 a.m. Wednesday and proceed to Shady Grove Cemetery for the 11 a.m. committal service.
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on 10-02-2010 12:18
Rebecca, I was saddened to hear of your loss. Please know how very sorry I am. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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on 09-02-2010 19:36
I am truly sorry for your loss.I\'ve spent a lot of time \"shooting the bull\"with Gary. I considered Gary a friend,and he will be missed! May God be with Family!
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on 09-02-2010 19:30
Rebecca, We want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We will never forget the kindness you have shown to us through the years.May the Grace and Peace of God be with your family during this very sad time.
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on 08-02-2010 18:22
dear rebecca and teresa. we are so sorry to hear this news. i (leigh) will be at school tuesday and dave will be at work. we just want you to know we love you and our thoughts are with you. love leigh and dave
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on 08-02-2010 15:46
We have been a friend of the Ellis family for over 50 years and enjoyed fellowship with each and every one. please accept Our deepest regrets.
Written by Judi Butcher/Loretta Pugh on 08-02-2010 11:52
We are so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and your family during this difficult time.
