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Joseph Ellis Obituary

Ellis, Joseph Paul Surrounded by family and friends, Joseph Paul Ellis of O'Fallon, Missouri, ended his month long battle with H1N1, complicated by treatment for multiple myeloma, on February 25, 2011, at the age of 44. Joe will be greatly missed as the cherished husband of Lorrie Ann Ellis (nee Trower); son of Frances Graves and the late Joseph Paul Ellis, Sr.; brother of Robyn Hansen; treasured son-in-law of David and Marlene; admired brother-in-law of Jennie (Bob) Ribbing and Robert (Leah) Trower; beloved uncle of Julia, Brian, Jessica, Hannah, Courtney, Christopher and Calli; respected friend of Ryan (Laura) Kostel, Todd and Cindy Knichel, and a host of friends too numerous to mention. He was employed as a Police Officer for St. Louis County. Services: The family is being served by The BAUE Funeral and Memorial Center, 3950 West Clay Street, St. Charles, MO where visitation will be held Tuesday, March 1, 2011, 4 - 8 p.m. and Wednesday, March 2, 2011, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Funeral Service 12 p.m., Wednesday, March 2, 2011 at Baue Funeral and Memorial Center Chapel, 3950 West Clay Street, St. Charles, MO. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Louis County Police Welfare Association c/o Keith Wildhaber 1333 Ashby Road, St. Louis, Missouri 63132 or Backstoppers. Share your condolences and memories at baue.com.

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Feb. 27, 2011.

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Terry Stevens Easley

March 7, 2011

I am in disbelief and shock to have JUST learned this. Joe, you were one of a kind. You made me laugh when times were very tough. Thank you for the memories.
I will forever miss you!

Robert Moskop

March 2, 2011

My deepest condolences to Joe family and friends which I am proud to say I was one of. Joe was Joe and that is what I will miss most. We had great times and they still make me smile. Thanks for that Joey.

J Rivers

March 1, 2011

It was a privilege to have met him as he was so full of life. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time. He will be greatly missed.

Joe and Maggie Groboski

March 1, 2011

We are so saddened to hear about Joe. Realize that we are praying for all of you to get through this trying time. God bless you all.

March 1, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Terry Snodgrass

March 1, 2011

My deepest sympathy goes to the family of Joe. He was an inspiration to many ems personnal in Illinois. Always a happy person with a warm smile. He will be missed.

Gary Hutchison

February 27, 2011

I remember Joe working as a paramedic in illinois. An excellent medic and from what I have heard an excellent person. I am truly sorry for your loss.

Mary Beth Ruby

February 27, 2011

I am so very saddened to learn of this loss. Joey was always the first one to jump a call and it never mattered how far away he was, if someone needed help he was there. I never saw him without a smile on his face. He will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

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