Jerry Hamilton Ellis Sr.

Jerry Hamilton Ellis Sr. obituary

Jerry Hamilton Ellis Sr.

Jerry Ellis Obituary

Published by Legacy on Sep. 19, 2025.
With heavy hearts the family would like to announce, the unexpected passing of their beloved Jerry Hamilton Ellis Sr. age 49, of Erie, Pennsylvania on Sunday, July 27,2025.

Jerry was born in Erie, PA. on February 14,1976, son of the late Dorothy Sanders Edwards and Jerry Hamilton Ellis Sr.

Jerry received his GED and later entered the workforce with Moravia Healthcare. He was a member of Victory Christian Center and loved working out, eating and watching his favorite football team the Chicago Bears.

He was preceded in death by both parents, Dorothy Sanders Edwards and Jerry Hamilton Sr. brother Marchello Woodard, grandparents Vera Heard Sanders, Charly Sanders and Roberta Ellis Callendar.

He leaves to cherish his memory two children; Jerraya Ellis and Jy'Heir Ellis.

four sisters; Tammy Tate-Johnson (Julius Johnson) of North Carolina, Snowie Crosby, Nakia Beasley and Aleshia Beasley of Erie, PA. Two brothers; Orguna Sanders and James Robinson. He also leaves stepfather Deolise Edwards, Godmother Jackie Mathis and goddaughter Deasia Goudy. A host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

The family would like to express special thanks to everyone.

Jerry's presence will truly be missed by all whom loved him.

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