Don Ellis

Don was a kind and friendly guy! We appreciated his and Barb´s friendship when we joined the Heyworth UMC. Our prayers are with you, Barb.

Condolences to the family. I remember lots of horse shows when Don and my dad (Kenneth Jackson) were competing.

One of the nicest person I ever met. Don trained a young horse for my Dad and I and took it on to the Illinois State Fair to win the Land of Lincoln Reining in 1965.

My thoughts and Prayers to the Ellis Family. I went to school with Brad. I always remember that your dad was a horseman!

Don was indeed a huge mentor in my youth. I cling to many memories of traveling to shows with the Ellis family and group of gals they trained for in the 80's. He managed to take my $450.00 gelding and turn it into my college fund at the U of I!! But, my favorite memory was when he allowed me to ride Smokey Joe , one of his champion cutting horses. Prayers and virtual hugs to Don's family...Laura McHugh

Dear Barb so sorry to hear about Dons passing.will give you a hug when I see you at the visitation.He helped me so much with my horse teaching me about how to get the most out of her. I could not of done that alone. Fell fortunate that I got to learn from one of the best! He could always make me laugh when I was screwing up! Loved coming there and just watch him on a really good horse amazing!prayers to help u get thru this hard time !