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Omar Ellis Obituary
Omar expressed his faith in the Lord Jesus Christ's resurrection from the dead. He accepted Christ as his personal savior and was baptized at First Baptist Church of West Petersburg, Va. In his youth, Omar was a regular participant in the junior choir.
He completed his formal education and graduated from Dinwiddie County High School in 1973. After high school, Omar successfully completed Southside Virginia Community College where he became skilled at his trade. He was then immediately employed to apply that trade at Central State Hospital/Southside Virginia Training Center. He retired after 34 years of fine service as a carpenter's assistant and then a painter.
Omar enjoyed people in general, especially those living in his community. He was also an avid fisherman. With a pleasant disposition, he really liked to tease others when his favorite team (Dallas Cowboys) won and their team lost.
He is survived by two sons, Omar T. and Steven K. Beard; and a dear friend, Evangeline Beard of Petersburg; parents, James and the Rev. Eva Ellis; five siblings, George Ellis (Hattie) of Richmond, Va., Vernon Ellis of West Petersburg, Va., Jamie (George) Faulcon of Dewitt, Va., Deborah Ellis of Petersburg, Va., and Daisy Reid of Nappanee, Ind.; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends, among them a devoted friend Jesse Harper of Petersburg, Va.
He was just a fun-loving person and will be sorely missed by all who were blessed to make his acquaintance.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 16, at 12:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, West Petersburg, with the Rev. Peter Jeffrey officiating. Interment will be in Dinwiddie Memorial Park. The remains will rest at the church on Saturday from 11:15 a.m. until the hour of service.
Relatives and friends will assemble at the church at 12 noon for the service. A memory video may be viewed at the funeral home. Services under the direction of Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg. A.A. Tucker, funeral director.
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Memories and Condolences
for Omar Ellis
Hazel Coleman
January 16, 2010
Deborah & The Ellis Family:
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of grief. Deborah, we were classmates at Dinwiddie Senior High School and again, I am sorry and I pray that God will ease the burden in your hearts.
Hazel Coleman (Classmate of 1973)
Brenda Banda
January 16, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Ethel Sturdivant
January 16, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Omar was a special person and he will be greatly missed. The Sturdivant Family
Kim Tucker-Ponton
January 16, 2010
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Kenneth Evans
January 16, 2010
Mr & Mrs Rev Eva Ellis we wish to express our sincere condolences to your family. We as a family grew up with Omar and we will miss his presence as well. We know God will see your family through his homegoing celebration.
Debbie Draper-Pennie
January 16, 2010
To Rev. Ellis, Deborah, Jamie and Family
My deepest sympathy goes out to you all during your loss. My God bless each one of you.
Jennifer Edwards
January 15, 2010
Deborah and family,
I wish to express my sincere sympathy on the loss of Omar. May God continue to strengthen and bless you. God's grace and mercy will sustain you. You are in my prayers.
Jennifer Edwards and family
January 15, 2010
Dear Mr. James and Rev. Eva Ellis and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Omar's passing. I pray that you take comfort in knowing that through God's grace and mercy, Omar is now all around us forever. You are in our prayers.
Darlene (Smith) Pryor and Family
EVANGELIST YVETTE HILL-HARRIS
January 15, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Rev. Whifield and Inez Scott
January 14, 2010
To the Ellis family and friends, You are in our prayers, So sorry to hear of your great loss: Just know God will take care of you,
January 14, 2010
Rev. Ellis and Family,
At a time like this, I share the sorrow and sadmess that you feel. I am sending you my warmest thoughts and deepest sympathy.
Evelyn F. Britton
January 14, 2010
To Deborah and Family, I am truly sorry for your loss. You and your family are wonderful people and I will keep you in my prayers and wish you well during this time.
Love
Janece Harper
Carrie Pegram Chappell and Family
January 14, 2010
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Linwood Jones,Jr.
January 14, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mildred, Gale, Brenda, Janet Ellis
January 13, 2010
Almighty Father, eternal God, hear our prayers for Your son Omar Ellis, whom You have called from this life to Yourself. Grant him light, happiness, and peace. Let him pass in safety through the gates of death, and live forever with all Your saints in the light You promised to Abraham and to all his descendants in faith. Guard him from all harm and on that great day of resurrection and reward raise him up with all Your saints. Pardon his sins and give him eternal life in Your kingdom. We ask this through Christ our Lord.
God of hope,
we come to you in shock and grief and confusion of heart.
Help us to find peace in the knowledge
of your loving mercy to all your children,
and give us light to guide us out of our darkness
into the assurance of your love,
in Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Barbara Copeland
January 13, 2010
Rev Ellis Omar was a very good friend of mine we go back a long way I will truly miss him. No bond is as great as that between a parent and child.My deepest condolences are with you during your grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Barbara Copeland .
January 13, 2010
To Rev. Eva Ellis and family:
You are in our thoughts and prayers during your time of grief. May GOD comfort and keep you.
Tracie Walker Kirkland
Murphy,TX
January 13, 2010
Rev. Eva Ellis and Family,
Truly, God makes no mistakes. Omar is at PEACE! May God bless you and your family, my prayers are with you.
Berdenia (Dee Dee) Mason-Chillious and family
SHIRLEY MANSON
January 13, 2010
TO THE ELLIS MY HEART AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU.
Anna Jane, James"Billy", Wilburt, & Hattie Bonner
January 13, 2010
Rev. Ellis and Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that God will strengthen you and may he find a comforting place in your hearts. "Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning".
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