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James A. Ellis

James A. Ellis

  • May 1, 1932 - May 17, 2012
  • Fort Wayne, Indiana
  • In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to:
  • Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home
    5910 Homestead Road
    Fort Wayne, IN 46804
  • In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to:
  • Anthony Wayne First Church of God
    6012 South Bend Drive
    Fort Wayne, IN 46804
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Message from the Family

Thanks to all of you for your kindness, thoughts and prayers. They have been greatly appreciated. We will miss him; however, we rejoice in knowing he is with his heavenly father at this very moment.

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You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. My memories of Jim are from my younger years, but in them he is always smiling and ready to share a story.
Posted by: Karen Shroyer - Bellbrook, OH   May 30, 2012

I just want to say to Ruth and Family that you are in my prayers at this time. I have many wonderful memories of visiting you all. What a great family!
Nita
Posted by: Nita Downing - Thousand Oaks, CA   May 23, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. Terry & Sharon Lesh
Posted by: Terry & Sharon Lesh    May 22, 2012

Sorry for your loss. Your are in our thoughts and prayers.
Posted by: Pamela Longsworth - Decatur, IN - Friend of Dawn.   May 22, 2012

When I think about Uncle Jim all I can hear is his laughter, what a great laugh! It brings a smile to my face. That’s how I will always remember him. He will be missed here so much by so many, but let there be comfort knowing he is in a much better place right now, with other family members waiting for all of us to join him one day. My prayers and thoughts are with the entire family!
Love, Diana Venable
Posted by: Diana Venable - Smithfield, VA - Niece   May 22, 2012

What a wonderful man. Knew Jim from our Church. He always made one feel good in his presence. We sang in our little choir together. He was a source of strength for so many. He work at the Mission house will truly be missed.
Posted by: Wayne and Judy Bartlett - Fort Wayne, IN - Friend   May 21, 2012

Dear Ruth & Family, I have many good memories of working with Jim at the Bakery - always pleasant and good-natured!!! I know he will be missed by many. With sympathy, love and prayers, Bobbie2bh2c
Posted by: Bobbie Stein - Fort Wayne, IN   May 21, 2012

Dear Ruth and family,
We will treasure the memories we have of both of you at Canal Society tours.
Jim is in the picture that Bob took in Connersville at the Furniture Factory this spring. Even though we got to see you only twice a year, we enjoyed your friendship....and the cookies! Jim was just a nice guy and a pleasure to know. Those we love live in our hearts forever.
Thinking of you and your family at this sad time...
Phyllis & Jerry
Posted by: Jerry and Phyllis Mattheis - Cambridge City, IN - Canal Society friends   May 21, 2012

So sorry to hear about Jim's passing. I have lot's of fond memories from my time working for Jim at Ellisville restrurant back in the late 50's. Great man.

Mike Stookey and Family
Posted by: Mike Stookey - Laguna Woods, CA - Friend   May 21, 2012

Really sad to hear this. He will really be missed. From all the Bermes family. Maybe my mom can tell him more goast stories in heaven like she used to tell him and Everett Dove. Then they would be afraid to go home in the dark. Thinking of you Ruth Ann.
Posted by: Nancy Davis - Ft. Wayne, IN - neighbor   May 21, 2012

Dear Ellis Family, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss but am happy Jim is with our heavenly Father and all those he loves. He was a huge light in this world.


Posted by: Nancy Chupp/Walton - Medina, OH - friend   May 20, 2012

Will miss you very much, I know you're with Mom and Dad and your brothers in Heaven.
Posted by: Bill Ellis - Fort Wayne, IN - Brother   May 20, 2012

Ruth & Family,

God's love, peace, and comfort be with you during this difficult time. Let God and your memories of Jim uplift and cheer you.

Loren & Family
Posted by: Loren Dathe & Family - IN   May 19, 2012

Ruth Ann, I'm so sorry to learn of the passing of your beloved Jim. Please know that you are in my prayers and thoughts. I recall so many happy times with you and your family, when I was a child. Patricia Kaough Heinbaugh
Posted by: Patricia (Kaough) Heinbaugh - Columbia City, IN - Family friend   May 19, 2012

What a guy! In the short 13 years I have known Jim, I have been so blessed to witness his LOVE, honesty, sincere friendships, and LOVE for serving others and his LORD. We will all miss him until we meet again. Praying for the whole family. Love you all, Cindy
Posted by: Cindy Ellis - Fort Wayne, IN   May 19, 2012

What a special man....my heart goes out to each and everyone of you. I rejoice that he is with all our lost loved ones...Cherish all your memories and know you will see him again...with all my Love.
Posted by: Lisa Pollock - Medford, OR - Uncle   May 19, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss, I will all of your family in my prayers. With Respect, Bob Jesch
Posted by: Bob Jesch - fort wayne , IN - funeral director   May 18, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with Aunt Ruth, the family, the Ellis family and the extended families he embraced every moment! Uncle Jim's laughter will live in all of us and his unconditional LOVE will never be forgotten! I saw this saying somewhere and thought of Uncle Jim!

God took you in his loving arms
He saw you needed rest
His garden must be beautiful
For He only takes the best

Simple, but true! Lots and lots of love!
Posted by: Laura Collier and Jeremy - Niece   May 18, 2012