Matthew Parker Ellison
Matthew Parker Ellison
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Matt was born in Dallas, Texas to James David Ellison and Carolyn Sue Moon. He is survived by his children, Elizabeth Ann Ellison, William Parker Ellison, and Andrew Folmar Ellison;
his life partner, Shannon Lee Fields and her daughter Lyndsey Marie Fields, and is predeceased by his brother, John Ellison.
As a child, Matt excelled in golf and baseball and continued to play into his college years. He earned an MBA at Auburn and had a successful career in investment banking. His career path changed later in life and ended with the Sheriff's Department-something he was most proud of.
Matt was passionate about fitness and reading and was a true example of a lifelong learner. Even during his battle with brain cancer, he spent each day expanding his mind. He was positive, intelligent, curious, courageous, quick-witted, and always looking for a new challenge.
Thank you to Alive Hospice for your wonderful care during his final days.
If you want to honor his memory, please make a donation to Alive Hospice at https://alivehospice.org or the Glioblastoma Foundation at https://glioblastomafoundation.org
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Matthew, please visit our floral store.
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Oscaretta Campbell
June 14, 2025
Matthew my dear friend, you were definitely a man of peace and grace. It has been a privilege and honor to work with you. Rest in Heaven my brother .
Your friend,
Oscaretta Campbell
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Ms Kelly
June 12, 2025
Officer Ellison was so intelligent and caring while I worked with him in Corrections/Sheriff Dept. Wonderful Soul will be missed Profoundly. Take your rest now Ellison, your outstanding works on earth graced our present with great memories to live with.
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Ms. Kelly
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June 12, 2025
Rest easy my Brother, God's got u now, no more pain! U will b missed!
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