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PATRICK C. ELLIS
Passed peacefully on July 16, 2020, of complications from the coronavirus. He was a radio show host at WHUR- FM in Washington, D.C. for more than four decades. His parents Ida Delaney Ellis and Roy Alexander Ellis, and his brother Roy M. Ellis preceded him in death. He is survived by his loving wife, Angela Green Ellis of Churchton, Md., two daughters Susan Cooper of Landover, Md. and Adina Ellis Cato (Bobby Cato, Jr.) of Washington, D.C; three grandchildren, Aaron and Lindsey Cooper and Cassius Cato; nephew Roy "Chip" Ellis; great nephew Clayton Ellis; sister-in-law Patricia Ellis; and a host of relatives, friends, colleagues, and a vast radio listening audience. A community celebration will be held at a later date. INTERMENT PRIVATE. www.mcguire-services
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for PATRICK ELLIS
Gwendolyn Quezaire-Presutti
August 20, 2020
I am sorry to hear that Mr. Patrick Connery Ellis, a beloved husband and father and uncle, has fallen asleep in death. Though he has passed away, he will remain alive in your hearts and mind.
Jesus Christ “the Chief Agent of Life” personally understands what it is like to feel grief, “he is able to come to the aid of those who are being put to the test.” Therefore, you can be confident that Christ continues to be moved by the anguish of others, to understand their grief, and to provide the consolation “at the right time.” Hebrews 2:18, 4:15,16.
I cry for your lost.
Gwendolyn Quezaire-Presutti, of the National Association of Black Storytellers
MS. Smith
August 10, 2020
MR. ELLIS' SHOW BROUGHT JOY TO MY HEART EVERY SUNDAY MORNING FOR MANY MANY YEARS. MR. ELLIS WILL BE SORELY MISSSED.
GOD BLESS THE ELLIS FAMILY...
Niki
August 2, 2020
May God bless you and your family wrap his loving arms around you all. Rest in Heaven!
Ms French
July 30, 2020
I took the news shockingly-as if you were my uncle. The Sunday prior to your passing, I noticed your voice wasnt on & I thought nothing of it. You have been that radio uncle on Sundays, Thanksgiving drives for over 40 years for me. Rest easy Mr. Ellis-Gospel Sundays will live on-your voice will not fade.
Julia Friday Spivey
July 29, 2020
I truly miss you. I was just about to send you a list of my August people to announce on the first Sunday in August. To hear that you transitioned was a hurting thing. Angela, you have my deepest sympathy and if I can do anything just let me know. I also didn't know y'all had moved to Churchland, Md. Please contact me soon in Raleigh, NC. Love you much. Julia Friday Spivey ❤❤❤
Barbara Smalling
July 29, 2020
Oswald Chambers, an 1800's Scottish preacher said, "It is not what a man does that is of final importance, but what he is in what he does." When I think of Mr. Ellis, I think of all he was in what he did, for he was kind, compassionate, and dedicated beyond measure. Even though he had never met many of us who listened and communicated with him on Sunday mornings, he related to us as if we were his friends. Every request I sent to him on behalf of my church family, Word For Life Church Ministries, was handled with dignity and the utmost respect. We will miss the soothing sound of his voice as he announced each request year after year. One radio in my home is never used until Sunday mornings at 6 AM; it is tuned to WHUR and ready for Sunday Morning Gospel. Truly, I will miss hearing the voice of Mr. Ellis when I turn on that radio. Still, I am grateful for the time God allowed His servant to use his gifts and talents to bless so many of us. To God be the glory for the life of this gentleman whom we will never forget because he gave us so much to remember. As I bid farewell to Mr. Patrick Ellis whom I considered to be my friend, I leave an Irish blessing to all who knew and loved him: "May the light of God surround you, the love of God enfold you, the power of God protect you, and the presence of God watch over you."
Radio Fan
July 29, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Josephine Green Garcilazo
July 28, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Sharon Cann
July 27, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person.
Gloria Young
July 27, 2020
Sunday mornings won't be the same. Missing Mr. Ellis already. I use to listen before an after going to church to Mr. Ellis, an I truly enjoyed. My condolences to your family.
Kathy Owens
July 27, 2020
I'll miss the music that he played. I'll miss listening to him, • travel log, •announcements, • daily word,
• opening prayer & more. The entire program.
If Patrick liked it, I probably put it on a YOUTUBE Playlist.
Cynthia Larkins
July 27, 2020
I listened to him every Sunday morning for 29 years. He gave me some CDs that he recorded for me. The song that really touched my heart was I May Not Always Be There by Morris Chapman. RIP. Sincerely Cynthia Larkins
E.L. Bell
July 26, 2020
Thank you so much for Sunday Morning Gospel. You were a blessing and the sound of your voice was a joyful comfort to all your dedicated listeners, including me. Rest well and peacefully in the Lord. We are grateful to Him for you! God will comfort and keep your family.
Deborah Monts
July 26, 2020
My condolences to the Ellis family. I have listened to Mr. Ellis and enjoyed his spiritual anointing through expressions by way of music. His ability to communicate and capture the attention of listeners was simply remarkable. His distinguished voice was captivating. He will truly be missed as he was the iconic staple of WHUR Sunday gospel. When I didn't hear his voice I delightfully adjusted to the voice of Ms. Jackie. Ms. Jackie, I pray for your strength and encourage you to complete the task that God has now relinquished from Mr. Ellis. God's continued blessings to the Ellis and WHUR family/listeners.
Jeanette Staggers
July 26, 2020
Sunday Morning Gospel will not be the same without hearing the very distinctive voice of Patrick Ellis. We listened to you for over 30 years. Thank you Patrick for preparing us for service before we reached church with the powerful uplifting songs you played each Sunday morning. We will remember you always. May you rest in peace. God bless your family and your WHUR family.
The Staggers Family
Wilson, Jeanette and Tracie
Alice Whitaker
July 26, 2020
Rest in Peace my friend. I call you friend because that’s how I felt about our Sunday morning gospel time. You are truly missed. God Bless
V Jerome Walker
July 26, 2020
Mr Patriçk Ellis was a lobal inspiration to many aroun the world. The music he played uplifted and gave hope to many. Mr Ellis is a legend to many and has impacted and inspired màny through his unselfish sharing of his experiences. Mr Ellis was an earthly angel who shepherd over many with God grace, love, wisdom, integrity, and kindness for his people across the globe. Job well done, Mr. Eliis, may you RIP on the righthand side of Christ. Respectfully, V. Jerome Walker
Consuelo (Sway) Mickens-Herndon
July 26, 2020
Matthew 5:4
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
May GOD wrap HIS arms around the Ellis family and bring comfort and peace to you all. I will surely miss this LEGEND - "Patrick Ellis". He was always nice to me when I would send in my requests to Gospel Spirit, to be announced on Sunday mornings regarding my loved ones, birthdays and/or anniversaries; and sometimes I would just send him an email to let him know he plays the best GOSPEL music in the land.
Rest easy Patrick. You deserve it!!!
Consuelo (Sway) Mickens-Herndon
July 26, 2020
Matthew 5:4
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
May GOD wrap HIS arms around the Ellis family and bring comfort and peace to you all.
I will surely miss this LEGEND - "Patrick Ellis". He was always nice to me when I would send in my requests to Gospel Spirit, to be announced on Sunday mornings regarding my loved ones, birthdays and/or anniversaries; and sometimes I would just send him an email to let him know he plays the best GOSPEL music in the land.
Rest easy Patrick. You deserve it!!!
Gabrielle Smith
July 26, 2020
I never got the honor to meet you personally, but I felt as if I knew you. Whenever I was down, worried, depressed or whatever I was feeling, you always knew the EXACT song to play to make me feel better. I am going to miss your soothing voice. Rest In Peace Mr. Ellis. You will be missed!
Eleanor Johnson
July 26, 2020
Mr. Ellis will be greatly missed. I listened to him on Sunday mornings at 6 AM on my way to work, and would listen until he went off the air at 1100. My heart was broken when I heard that he has passed away. You have earned your wing. Take you rest. You will be greatly missed. You were loved by many.
Carolyn Hyslop
July 26, 2020
RIP Patrick Ellis, I'll miss u on Sunday morning. Mr. Ellis you were truly a humble and gentle giant and a mightily servant of God as a vessel for blessing others. Take your rest!
Well done good and faithful servant!
Donald Strong
July 26, 2020
Rest in peace my brother.
Jessena Thomas
July 26, 2020
Mr. Patrick Ellis you will truly be missed in our home every Sunday morning. Your voice echo through out our home to let everyone know to get up its church time. How will we get out of bed now. I know you are in a better place now then I am . Say hello to my Mama and Daddy up above ,rest in eternal peace. A Loyal Listener Jessena C.Thomas
Margie Williams
July 26, 2020
I would like to say I will miss Patrick on Sunday morning I when to visit my cousin in 2011 and he was listening to WHUR radio station so I ask him what was the station so I look it up came back home to North Carolina been listening every since I hope the Station keep playing his music he love Quartet groups please make sure keep playing the music
Ruth Lewis
July 26, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Gina Coles
July 26, 2020
So long Patric Ellis, I will miss you dearly
Denise S Crawford
July 26, 2020
To the Late Patrick Ellis Family, I would like to extend my Prayers and Sympathy to his immediate as well as his WHUR Family. I will truly miss hearing his voice on Sunday mornings and his Love for Gospel music, it seems as though he knew what songs to play and when to play it just when I needed to be lifted up.
Rest In Peace Job Well Done!
Teann Simon
July 26, 2020
Sunday mornings will forever be different. Patrick was my special wake up, he will truly be missed. Rest In Paradise.
Josephine Green Garcilazo
July 25, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Sharon A Minter
July 25, 2020
Mr. Ellis was truly a humble and gentle giant. He was used mightily by God to serve as a vessel for blessing others. May God's comfort and peace surround his family in the days ahead.
Barbara Enoch-Daye
July 25, 2020
Patrick Ellis you were one in a million! When I moved to Washington in 1982 and left 35 years later, you were there religiously on Sunday mornings. Playing that good old traditional gospel that black folk loved to hear. So many
of us are sharing in this grief with the community and your family.
Praying for your wife, children, grandchildren and extended family.
Rest in musical power Patrick!
Mary Williams
July 25, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Sundays for my family will surely be lonesome without his voice and music filling our home.
James and Monica Aiken
July 25, 2020
Patrick may you rest in peace. If there is a studio in heaven please play " The Master's Bouquet"
Pastor Monica and James Aiken
New Liberation AME Church
Capital Height MD.
Tranessa Snowden
July 25, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cannie Johnson
July 25, 2020
R.I.P. Patrick Ellis and thank you for carving the way and leaving a legacy behind. To Angela and the family, we are sending you our love and prayers during this time. "To God Be The Glory!"
Arlana Hines-Ferebee
July 25, 2020
I miss Patrick from the music he played for all of us and the memories of out family members that passed on. He will be deeply missed. No one can replace Patrick. RIP my brother.
Walter Sanderson
July 25, 2020
l remember Patrick from my early years. His mom, Ida, was related to a neighbor and they visited often. I looked up to him when I was young and continued to admire him as he matured his remarkable radio career. May he Rest In Peace and power.
Deirdre Fields
July 25, 2020
Rest with Jesus Sir. I hope you are playing songs for the ancestors at the Heavenly Radio Station. Sunday Morning will never be the same.
Gwen Malone
July 25, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief, while the God of comfort wraps His loving arms around you during this time. Prayers for Patrick’s radio audience as they continue to grieve as well.
Helina Parks-Burton
July 25, 2020
May you rest in peace Patrick. The sound of your voice will truly be missed by so many people in the DMV. My condolences to your family.
Helina Burton
R.R
July 25, 2020
My deepest condolences to the family. May you be comforted in knowing that our Heavenly Father cares for you. He will give you strength and courage to cope with your grief.
Psalm 94:17-19
Victoria Greene
July 25, 2020
RIParadise Patrick Ellis job well done. Sunday’s will never be the same. Heartfelt sympathy to the Ellis family.
Carolyn Clayton
July 25, 2020
To Mr. Patrick Ellis' family and WHUR family and friends
Our deepest condolences. May our Lord comfort you and give you peace.
Sunday morning listeners for many years,
Carolyn Clayton and family
Sebrina Warren
July 24, 2020
I can remember as far back when I was 5yrs old (1973) and my mom(Audrey Warren), would have the gospel blasting in our home with Mr. Patrick’s voice. As I became grown and on my own I too would do the exact same thing in my home from 6am until 11. His voice was very strong and seemed as if GOD himself was speaking to you. He always played the right selections of songs at the right time. I turned 52yrs old on 7/16/2020! He will truly be missed! Thanks Mr.Patrick for wisdom, guidance, truth, leadership, friendship, pleasant words, your time, thanks.
Majestrice Tinch
July 24, 2020
I am going to miss Patrick Ellis every Sunday morning around 6 PM. Five continue bless his family and WHUR family please rest in peace Patrick Ellis.
Mary
July 24, 2020
Patrick Ellis, was a good radio broadcaster we all love him and may he Rest In Peace, He will be truly miss.
Jacqueline Brown Woody
July 24, 2020
Beloved Patrick, his presence on WHUR added joy, contentment and just the right spirit to Sunday mornings. Grateful to have personally known him through his service to our community. For several years Patrick was the host for the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System’s Black Pursuits (history) competition.
For a life of purposeful service, we give thanks.
God bless.
Natalie Bussey
July 24, 2020
My prayers and condolences to Bro. Patrick Ellis and his entire family. My family and I have been faithful listeners since 1979. I met Bro. Patrick at several of his "Feed the Hungry" projects in DC, very nice guy. WHUR Sunday mornings will never be the same; oh his voice. As he would announce birthdays, anniversaries, memorialize death dates, and special events; he would announce it with so much passion as though he knew each person personally. I am really really going to miss him on the airwaves. My heart is still grieving his sudden departure; let the works he's done speak for him. Will done thy good and faithful servant. You have gained your Heavenly wings!!! Love you Patrick Ellis #1 Fan.
Mickey William
July 24, 2020
Sincere Condolences to the Ellis family.
Patrick was a lovely human being and me and my entire family are very thankful for his kindness, friendship and wit over the past 20 years or so. And I can’t forget those delicious HOGIES from one of his favorite Amish Markets!
May he Rest In Peace and Power!
God Bless
Mickey Williams and the Williams / McFarland Family
Deacon, Clarence Kenny Sr
July 24, 2020
My heart felt condolences to the Ellis family, Our Brother Patrick will be MISSED! May God be with you all for comfort and assurance that we will travel this same Road just keep it straight and Keep The trinity God the father God the son And God the Holy Spirit in our lives so that we will all meet once again in that Heavenly Home!
Gwendolyn Malone
July 23, 2020
Condolences and prayers to the Ellis family. Patrick never met a stranger, he treated and spoke of his listeners as if they were all old friends. He will be missed and remembered by many...loved his radio voice.
Debra Reid
July 23, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Sharon ward
July 23, 2020
my condolences goes out to his family,he will be truly miss.
Marva Atwater
July 23, 2020
To the family of Patrick Ellis. May God continue to bless you. Mr. Ellis touched the hearts of many people. As he announced your name for your birthday or for an event you were hosting on the radio, he said it as though he knew you. I met Mr. Ellis at the Northern Virginia Baptist Center in Gainesville, Virginia when he served as the Master of Ceremony for the Spiritual Harmonizers of Northern Virginia. We appreciated his love of gospel music and his love of people.
Rest in peace.
Roberta Sanders
July 23, 2020
I've listened to Patrick Ellis since the late 70's. I would like to extend my condolences to the Ellis' Family for the many years of hearing Patrick 's voice on WHUR every Sunday morning. Sundays will not be the same without hearing Patrick's voice. Thank you, Thank you All. Peace and Blessings. Patrick take your well deserve REST. We will see you on the other side. Signed Roberta Sanders
Karen Lee
July 23, 2020
To the late Patrick Ellis. My late mother Evangelist Barbara Robinson would send her list to Patrick faithfully every week for him to announce many birthdays deaths and anniversaries. You would of thought they worked side by side. She loved the fact just to hear her names mentioned on WHUR every Sunday morning. Many of our friends would call my mother to add to her list because they knew that they would be heard on WHUR. We surprised our mother by having Patrick to come to service and she was elated to finally meet Patrick Ellis, the man behind the mic at WHUR. My mother and Patrick are reunited together. Blessings to you and you family From Evangelist Barbara Robinson family Gainesville Virginia
Leo/Cynthia Aaron
July 23, 2020
May God comfort the family of Patrick Ellis and all the WHUR Gospel Spirit listeners all around the world. My family will miss him. We are listeners from Florence/Hartsville, South Carolina.
Kimberly Williams
July 23, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Rosa Francis
July 22, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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