Mr. Eric Ellis Sr.

Mr. Eric Ellis Sr. obituary, Newport News, VA

Mr. Eric Ellis Sr.

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Eric Ellis Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by C. C. Carter Funeral Home, Inc. - Newport News on Jul. 22, 2025.

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Mr. Eric Ellis Sr., father of Mr. Eric Ellis Jr,. and Ms. Ivory Ellis transitioned Sunday, July 20, 2025, Hampton VA Medical Center, Hampton, Virginia.
Military honors for Mr. Ellis will be haled after the service Monday, in the Chapel.
It is the desire of the Ellis family that you keep them in your thoughts and prayers.
The family of Mr. Eric Ellis Sr., has entrusted his final care to C. C. Carter Funeral Home.
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Upcoming Events

Jul

28

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

In the Rose - Emily Memorial Chapel of C.C. Carter Funeral Home.

3700 Marshall Ave., Newport News, VA 23607

Send Flowers

Jul

28

Service

10:00 a.m.

In the Rose - Emily Memorial Chapel of C.C. Carter Funeral Home.

3700 Marshall Ave., Newport News, VA 23607

Send Flowers

Only 5 days left for delivery to next service.