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john hammontree
December 24, 2020
Fred was and outstanding coach and mentor, I am sure he is having a ball in heaven. Rest in peace.
John Hammontree
December 24, 2019
May you enjoy your time with god and Scotty you were a great mentor to me through my high school day and through my years as a coach. Enjoy your time in heaven
Donna Staubach Diaz
April 16, 2015
You were always one of my favorite teachers. I remember our Biology class and the discussion we had concerning fish emitting bubbles. Funny things you remember. You were also a good friend to my father. Rest in Peace.
April 9, 2015
RIP. He was my swim coach when I started SW as a young 16 yr old. He drove me to practice from school to the pool and was quite the gentleman. RIP and may peace be with your family at this very lonely time. I pray that your memory stays fresh on their hearts for all time. Sincerely, Lorelei Branam Bennett
April 6, 2015
I missed coach Ellis' funeral. He was a great role model for those who grew up with out a father. He influenced my thinking in never to give up, no matter how hard it gets. As he used to say, "Mud,Flood or Blood". Class of 85 Track Team SW Senior High - Alfonso Ayon.
Vikki nagygeller
November 17, 2014
I didnt know him but he had some great kids. I went to school wirh Scotty and Sheryl. God bless your family always.
May 14, 2012
I miss you, Dad.. Soooo much!
Tony Aguilera
May 13, 2012
I miss you "coach."
stanley kodish
May 15, 2011
I knew coach ellis as a fair and tuff man. I worked as the Teams equipment manager and assistant trainer for three years at SW high so I worked closely with the coach. I am sad to learn of his passing last year and Glad he had happy days in his life. He was a good man
Jim McCleary
May 14, 2011
I was very blessed to know and have had Fred Ellis for a coach and mentor. He came to my rescue years after we got out of high school and still never gave up on me. As many of you know i was hitting rock bottom. Im so glad that as my life changed around by God's huge mercy that i was able to thank Coach and i guess he had seen me on tv on one of the documentaries that ive been on and to know his work with me had a huge impact on my life. Ive now coached hundreds of kids for 17 years and all those kids get a little piece of Coach Fred Ellis when im out on the floor. May God hold you close coach, victory is yours!
Karen Connolly
May 12, 2011
There is a special place in Heaven for people like Coach Ellis. My prayers to his family. SWHS Class of '72
April 14, 2011
Coach Ellis was my coach and teacher and motivated me to be a better student and athlete and was one of the best. I was lucky to have known him. Florian Stolfi class of 1961
JULIUS BAKER
January 24, 2011
Coach was very instrumental in our growth as young men attending Southwest in 1970.He was a stalwart and a pillar in the community.
~ Julius A. Baker
Charlie Martin
January 19, 2011
He was a good man and a great coach. I used to work for him at Kland he loved being around the kids. My condolences to your family. He helped me grow up to be what I am today.
Janet Meister Ojeda
January 14, 2011
I just found out about Fred's passing, and had to write a few words to Shirley and family. My fondest memories of Fred include classes & track experiences at Southwest, as well as working with him in summer camp at K-Land where he treated all the kids as his own. I will never forget him, and wish you my deepest sympathies on your loss. God Bless you all!
Richard Mahshie
January 9, 2011
Our condolence to the Ellis family; Fred was a great coach and mentor to all of us at Southwest Miami Sr. High; class of 1968;
JIm Pritchett
January 8, 2011
Shirley and Family; Jim and I send our condolences to each of you. We know Fred was an ANGEL on earth and we so loved him as we do you. When we count our blessings we count the Ellis family. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. We know the Lord said to him,"Well done my faithful servant!!!"
Much love, Cindy and Jim P
January 7, 2011
Sheryl,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Danny Berry
Karla Evans
January 7, 2011
Shirley, Sheryl, Lisa, Vickie and family you continues to be in my thoughts and prayers.
I have lots of great memories growing up at the Ellis house in Miami and Fred (Mr. Ellis back then) is in many of them. Love you all!
Alea Frenzel
January 6, 2011
Good bye Mr. Ellis. You will live on in my memory as a great father. A big presence with a huge heart.
January 5, 2011
We have been blessed to have Fred and Shirley as our neighbors the past 18 years. We will dearly miss Fred and his visits to our home. And Dave will miss golfing with him and their long talks. Shirley has been a wonderful testimony of a dedicated wife thru Freds illness. We will miss him and look forward to spending time with Shirley. To the children and grandchildren..you have been blessed to have such a wonderful person in your life. Sincerely, Dave and Nicia Taylor
john hammontree
January 4, 2011
Fred was not only my coach in high school but he was my mentor in my coaching career. I am where I am today because he was a part of my life. To Shirley and his children you were truly blessed to have have him in your life. class of 63
Sheryl Ellis-Taylor
January 3, 2011
What a pleasure it is to read through all these entries. Just to know you all felt the warmth & guidance I did as his daughter. The world will surely miss his presence. Rest in peace, Daddy. Forever in my heart. I love you.
Lori Wertz
January 1, 2011
Your family continues to be in our thoughts and prayers. We love you!
The Wertz's
Holly Kelly-Thompson
December 31, 2010
My thoughts are with the Ellis family. Coach Ellis was a fixture in the Miami and State of Florida Track Community. He will be missed!!!
John Hyde
December 31, 2010
What a great guy and great coach. He's one of the ones that may a difference for me coming up.
John Hyde
SWSHS '70
Don MacPherson
December 31, 2010
Coach Ellis touch the lives of countless young people as a teacher, mentor, coach and as a truly trustworthy man. Throughout the years his picture would conjur up a smile and his memory as 'one of the good guys' is everlasting. Thanks Coach. (SW Class of 1968)
Jim Hirni
December 31, 2010
Coach, I would not be the person I am today if it were not for your firm hand guiding me through my high school years. Every step I took in business was made possible because of the values of commitment, perseverance, and sportsmanship that I learned fom you. Next to my parents, you are my hero and inspiration. Jim Hirni, Class of 64.
Mercy Paez
December 31, 2010
"Coach" Ellis I will always remember your words of encouragement.Your time and commitment to the athletes was always appreciated. Our prayers are with the family. Love, Mercy Paez class of 1979/ #33
Charles Ferrante
December 31, 2010
I will always remember Coach Ellis,Dale,Manny and myself have good memories.What a sense of humor.Our prayers are with thoughts are with the family.Rest in peace my friend.
Charles (Fuji) Ferrante
Bonnie MacPherson
December 31, 2010
I don't think they make teachers like Coach Ellis any more. I remember him fondly as a big teddy bear of a man. He was well loved and respected by us all, and it was obvious that he loved being a teacher, coach, and mentor to us. Back in '70-'71, I used to help him keep the official scorebook at the SW track meets, and from that simple act, we formed the "Trackettes" so that other girls could also get involved with the track meets. My heartfelt wishes go out to his family. Please take comfort in knowing how many lives he touched in such a positive way, and that he will be fondly remembered by so many of his students.
Cindi Ostenson
December 30, 2010
What an awesome coach, teacher, mentor and "rock" he was in a teenager's world. Thanks, Cindi Larkins Ostenson, class of 1 977.
Cindi Ostenson
December 30, 2010
Awesome coach, teacher, mentor, and "rock" in a teenager's world. Class of 1977. Cindi Larkins Ostenson
December 30, 2010
Coach Ellis was a great man! He had a wonderful sense of humor! He coached all five Moore children. We appreciated his time and commitment to us. we have many fond memories of coach and his patience with our shenanigans. Love
December 30, 2010
Coach Ellis was a great man! He had a wonderful sense of humor! He coached all five Moore children. We appreciated his time and commitment to us. we have many fond memories of coach and his patience with our shenanigans. Love Kerrie Moore Morris
December 30, 2010
Coach Ellis was a great man. He coached all 5 Moore children at Southwest in the 1970's. He had a great sense of humor and we appreciated all his time and dedication to track. His laugh was contagious. So many fond memories of him and got to visit him about 10 yrs ago and enjoyed reminiscing about our Miami days. Love, Kerrie Moore Morris
December 30, 2010
My memories of Coach "Ellis are- trips to Orlando, Malcoms Hungry Bear, Booby Trap, busting me and Kerrie in the boys hotel room and yelling "Get outta here" an intimidating sweet larger than life man. His patience of putting up with our sophomoric humor and chattiness. He made practice a joy to be at everyday and the track meets fun. Many fond memories of Coach. Love, Loretta Marsh Simpson
December 30, 2010
Coach Ellis was a great man! He had a wonderful sense of humor. He coached all 5 of the Moore children in the 1970's. We appreciated his time and commit to us. My sister Kathy and I went to visit him about 10 yrs ago and enjoyed reminiscing about the old southwest days. We loved and respected Coach. Kerrie Moore Morris
Carl Starling
December 30, 2010
I coached with Fred in the late 70s. he was one of the most understanding men that I have ever known and was one of the greatest coaches with whom I've ever been associated with. My life is better from knowing him.
Lee Teichner
December 30, 2010
May G-d grant peace to the Ellis family.
Great strength lies within each of you from having been blessed with him in your lives. You honor his life with carrying on his teachings and legacy.
December 30, 2010
Lisa,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I remember your father fondly from Southwest!
Robin Coxe Orrell (Miami)
My deepest sympathy
December 30, 2010
God is going to wipe out all sorrow, tears, and death. We all look forward to the time when we will see our loved ones again.
Jamie Lassonde
December 30, 2010
I have such great memories of Fred from back when I was high school and spent a lot of time at the Ellis house with Lisa. Such a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with the Ellis family.
December 30, 2010
He helped make high school fun. Thoughts go out to the family. R. Strosnider 71
December 30, 2010
The Mihm family has lots of fond memories of Fred and his family.Lots of barbcues and cook outs. In particular I really appreciated being able to practice shot put with the track team at Southwest when I was just 13. He very patiently taught me the correct form just like I was a varsity athlete.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob Mihm Jr.
Arlene Nicholson
December 30, 2010
My heartfelt sympathy to the Ellis's family. I have many fond memories of Coach Ellis who taught my brothers, sister & I at SW.
Thoughts & prayers in your time of mourning. RIP Coach Ellis
Rhonda Wright~ Williams
December 30, 2010
My love and prayers to all the Ellis's. Fred has left a hero imprint in my heart forever.
Linda Lane
December 30, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with your family (which is kind of like my second family) at this difficult time.
Fred was such a wonderful man! I remember one time I needed a jump over on Bird Rd. and Scotty and Fred came out to my rescue. They were happy to help me, joking around; and I was so grateful for their selfless good nature.
Fred had a charming personality and always made you feel welcome and warm when he greeted you. "Hey sweetheart, how you doing?"
I remember Lisa telling me how he gave prospective suiters the torture squeeze when he first shook their hand.
Fred will be remembered as the BEST there is in a husband, father, grandfather, coach , teacher, friend and neighbor.
Rest in Perfect Peace Fred. You did one heck of a job down here on Planet Earth!
Love always, Linda Lane
December 30, 2010
I always remember one year we were watching the fireworks on the 4th of July and Fred asked Chris if he enjoyed them. Chris shrugged his shoulders and Fred said. "When Chris shrugs his shoulders he means "FANTASTIC!!" I always loved that. LOL
Miranda Johnson
December 30, 2010
Peace and love to all of you.
David Lane
December 30, 2010
RIP Fred... You will be missed by all you touched.
December 30, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I have fond memories of Fred's good humor and humility. God bless you, Emilio G. Chavez
Brad Clayton
December 30, 2010
Next to my own grandfather , Coach Fred Ellis may have had the most positive influence in my life.A helluva teacher, a helluva coach and a helluva man.He understod how to get the best out of us all whether it be in the classroom ( in my case very difficult) on the field and on the track.He'll be sorely missed.
Lisa Reyes-Salerno
December 30, 2010
To the Ellis family, I am very sorry for your loss. I am sure Fred will be very missed by all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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