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Ellis Charles McClarty NORFOLK - Ellis Charles "Mac" McClarty, 57, departed this life Friday, April 2, 2010, in Houston, where he resided since March 1980 after moving there from Norfolk. Ellis was born May 21, 1952 in Oklahoma City, Okla. He was predeceased by his father, Henry McClarty, and his brother, Carl Lee McClarty. He was also predeceased by his devoted wife, Angela, the love of his life, whom he cherished with all his heart. Ellis is survived by four daughters and one son, Kanitra Roberts of North Carolina, Erin, Kristin, Mariah, and Austaun McClarty, all of Texas; two granddaughters, Kayla and Alyssa; one grandson, Malik; his family in Virginia: mother, Myrtle McClarty; five siblings, Elder Bonita Brown (James), Cheryl Harris (Andrew), Robin McClarty, Kathy Perry (Ricky), and Tracey Williams (Gilbert); a host of nephews, nieces, other relatives and close friends. A memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Monday, April 12, in Cathedral Of Faith COGIC, 2020 Portlock Road, Chesapeake. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Ellis McClarty Memorial Fund at Towne Bank, Virginia Beach, for the care of his children. Ellis is truly loved and missed by many. He will forever remain in our hearts and minds.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Apr. 8, 2010.

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Henry Richard

May 1, 2010

Words can not express my heartfelt sadness in the loss of my friend. The immediate and longterm friendship we deveoped upon meeting will always remain in my heart. To his children and family, I will always keep you in my heart and prayers.

Waymond Wade, Jr

April 18, 2010

To the McClarty Family

I was so sad to hear of the recent passing of my friend Ellis. We used to live in Young park together and were in the same first grade class. Ms Ratliff was our teacher. May god bless your family in a special way as you go forward. He always knows whats best and I thank him for the time that Ellis was here. He was a great guy and will surely be missed.

God bless

Laura Johnson Whitfield

April 12, 2010

To the Mcclarty family,

It is my prayer that God's presence will surround Ellis as he makes his transition. My heart is heavy and I will pray for his children, grandchildren and extended family to just stay faithful and trust God always.

Thelma Pritchard-Liverman

April 12, 2010

May God continue to hold each of you in his loving arms as you grieve for your son, brother, husband, father, cousin, uncle and my friend. Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannont heal.

DiAnne Montgomery

April 12, 2010

To the family of Ellis McClarty - God will bless you through the loss of this fine young man and a Mass will be said at St. Mary's for his soul to rest in peace and for continued strength during your loss - God Will Bless and Keep Each One of You until you meet your loved one again.

Betta Williams

April 11, 2010

To Bonita and James and the entire McClarty Family, my heart-felt sympathy - words cannot explain......but, God said, "to everything there is a season" (Eccles 3:1)....and God also said, "Let not your heart be troubled" (Jhn 14:1, Jhn 14:27)............only He can comfort you and give you peace in this time of your lost of Ellis, a brother, a son, a father, an uncle, a friend ---, I greive with you and I pray for you.........Love Bet

April 9, 2010

Though it's never easy losing a loved
one, let the memories of Ellis, kind
and gentle spirit bring joy to your
heart. God is gaining an amazing talent to his choir of angels.
McClarty family,know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Precious Daly Hunt, Chesapeake,VA

Diane Keeling-Linnette

April 9, 2010

To the McClarty family, I extend my deepest sympathy for the loss of Ellis Charles. The McCarthy's were my next door neighbors when we were growing up in Campostella. Remember, to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. May God bless and keep you all in your time of sorrow.

Patricia Vann-Crawford

April 9, 2010

Heartfelt condolences are extended to the McClarty family. Undoubtedly, he will be sorely missed. However, be comforted in knowing that your father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend is now resting in the arms of the Almighty God. May God Bless You and Keep You.

Joyce Hall Shambley

April 8, 2010

To the McClarty Family, I extend my heartfelt sympathy for "our" loss of Ellis. We all grew up together and Ellis was like my brother also and I will miss him dearly. Everyone who knew Ellis loved him and his laughter and kindness touched all of us in a very special way. Our earthly loss is heaven's gain because Ellis is now in God's Angel Brigade watching over all of us with a smile. I thank God for Ellis' life and I will cherish the fond memories I shared with him forever. For his Texas family, we love your father and we will keep you in prayer for God to provide the strength and love you need to get through this difficult period. To all the family members and friends, hold on to God's Love and God Bless you. Love to all of you from Joyce and the Hall Family (Milton, Mary & Shirley)

Retta Thompson

April 8, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Clarence Everette

April 8, 2010

My condolences go out to the family of Ellis Mcclarty. I attended BTW high school with Ellis, class of "70". May Our God Continue To Bless, and Kept This Great Family Thru This Time Of Celebration Of LIFE!

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