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Bryan Ellis Obituary

ELLIS Bryan K. Bryan K. Ellis, 36, passed away on September 5, 2006, at his home. He was a life long resident of Toledo and a 1988 graduate of Rogers High School. He was a member of First Church of God. Bryan was self-employed as the owner and operator of Ellis and Sons Landscaping, then turning it over to his dad to run due to health issues. He loved the sport of basketball at Rogers High School and achieved 1st team All City and 1st team All District. At Owens Community College, he achieved All American and currently holds the record for the most points scored in one game. Bryan formerly played basketball for Indiana Baptist Church and coached Jr. League Basketball at the Y.M.C.A. Bryan was preceded in death by his younger brother, Kevin Chad Ellis; grandfathers, Oscar Ellis Sr., Eugene Houston Sr. and grandmother, Marie Houston. He is survived by his wife, Marci Y. Ellis; children, Bryan B. Anderson-Ellis, Jordan M. Ellis, Nicholas Martinez, Breana R. Ellis, Joshua O. Ellis and stepson, Ronald L. Phenix; parents, Oscar and Sharon "Judi" Ellis; grandmother, Ora Lee Ellis and a host of other relatives and dear friends. Visitation will be 3-6 p.m. Monday followed by wake service 6-8 p.m. all at Dale-Riggs Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at First Church of God. Rev. Robert A. Culp, Officiant. Burial, Historic Woodlawn Cemetery.

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Published by The Blade from Sep. 10 to Sep. 11, 2006.

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Terry Rayford

June 6, 2017

Never forget the life you led, you and your brother had compassion for the game. Just remembering the time you were here.

Mr. & Mrs. Sean & Deanne Madison

October 1, 2006

To the Ellis Family, I'm sorry to only just hear of Bryan's passing today. I played basketball with him from grade school through high school. My wife went to Rogers with him. I will surely miss the memories of balling with him and against him. God Bless.

Maurice Williams

September 27, 2006

Praying that the Lord will surround
you with His love and that His presence will fill you with peace.
For I the lord thy God will hold thy righthand, saying unto thee,"Fear not; I will help thee." Isaiah 41:3.

I remember your younger brother
Kevin used to worked at United Parcel Service. We all used to played basketball together. Hooping!

Your Special Friend Always

Nicole Fisher

September 17, 2006

Mr. and Mrs. Ellis, words cannot begin to express how sorry I am for your loss. Brian will always be ingrained in my memory as a good friend from way back (Mt. Vernon)who will be truly missed. My prayers are with you always.



Sincerely,

BRANDY MARSHALL

September 15, 2006

JUDI AND OSCAR, WE WERE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF BYRANS' DEATH. YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY. BRANDY MARSHALL AND STEVE MARSHALL & FAMILY

Bridget Hardy

September 13, 2006

To the Ellis Family,



My deepest sympathy goes out to your family at this time in the loss of your loved one. Be comforted in knowing that he is with God now and you will see him again one day. I was a friend/classmate of Bryan. He was a very nice person.



Sincerely,



Bridget (Harris) Hardy, Rogers class of 88

Aaron and Aimee Laramore

September 13, 2006

Judi and Oscar -

We are saddened to learn of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you even though we are miles away. May Jeremiah 29:11 be of comfort to you, and may your grandchildren and memories of your son lighten your heart. God Bless You.

Mike & Gerry Smith

September 13, 2006

Please accept our most sincere sympathy. Please know you will be in our daily prayers. Our son, Joe, was in the same class with Kevin at St Francis De Sales.

Sincerely,

Mike & Gerry Smith

Leslie Joseph

September 13, 2006

Please accept our sincere condolences. The Hester's,McDuffey's,Joseph's,Arnott

's will keep the Ellis's family in our thoughts and prayers.

Ferrell Kemp

September 13, 2006

To the Ellis family

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. May god bless you.

stro leezy

September 13, 2006

hey iwould just like to say i,m sorry for your loss to the whole ellis family. sorry for your loss marcie and kids.

Kendall Murray

September 13, 2006

I remember when Bryan use to pick up (Kevin) & myself from Byrnedale Junior High School back in the 1989-90 school year. Sorry for your loss. May God bless your family.

Patty Jones-Hines

September 12, 2006

Judi and Butch,

I am at a complete loss of words. Your loss is incomprehesible!I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers and I trust God to continue to strengthen you and the entire family. I love you guys!

Carole Gates- Rogers 89

September 12, 2006

The Lord is with you and an ever present help in your time of sorrow. I will continue to keep your family in my prayers.

Stacey Hopson; Shane Hopson

September 12, 2006

Mr. & Mrs. Ellis & Family,



We are so sorry for your loss. Be uplifted with all of your memories of Bryan. God bless your family in this time of sorrow.

Sue Thiel

September 12, 2006

Judi and Oscar: I just found out about this, how shocked I am....Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I think about you often. Judi, Mom asks about you all the time. It's been years, but you have always been in my thoughts.

Carolyn Watson

September 12, 2006

Marci & children, Judi and Butch, I am so sorry for your loss -- I cannot begin to comprehend your pain. Everyone loved Bryan, but God loved him best. God loves you all--lean on Him.



Carolyn Watson

Buffie Beasley (Wise)-Rogers '89

September 12, 2006

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow

Barbara Ellis

September 12, 2006

Dear Judi and Oscar: I was deeply saddened after hearing of your son, Bryan passing. Words cannot express the sadness that is felt. May God continue to bless you and yours now and always. Love you.

Connie Schwartz

September 12, 2006

Dear Judi, I would like to express my sincere sympathy to you and your family. I was shocked today when I read the paper from yesterday. I just lost my mother in August and we were very close. I just became a grandmother in April and little Emily came along at just the right time. I hope your grandchildren will be a comfort to you at this time. Your friend and former co-worker,

Ericka Newsome [Rogers '88]

September 12, 2006

Mr. & Mrs. Ellis - On behalf of the Newsome family, please accept our most sincere condolences on the loss of Bryan. He will truly be missed by all. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Frank, Kay & Keith Ketelaar

September 12, 2006

To the Ellis Family;

We are so sorry to hear of the recent loss of your son. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and may God give you strength in this time of need.

Dr. James (Corby) Wadley

September 12, 2006

Warm wishes and my condolences to the Ellis family.

Deanna Glover-Lang

September 12, 2006

To the Ellis Family,

My love and prayers goes out to you in your time of need.



Deanna Glover

Rogers Class of '88

September 12, 2006

To the Ellis Family:

Please know that God loves you and is with you always. I pray that the Spirit of Comfort rests with each of you during this difficult time. Know that he is at rest, safely in the arms of his Heavenly Father.

Dawn King

September 12, 2006

To The Ellis Family, We cannot comprehend the words to express our sorrow for your loss. You are forever in our prayers.



The King Family

Jason Daniels

September 12, 2006

To the entire Ellis Family, know that you have been in my prayers and my thoughts daily. God's peace and love to all of you.

Willie M. Edwards

September 12, 2006

To Oscar Ellis and family, I am truly sorry to hear of your loss. May God give you and your family comfort and strength during this very difficult time.



Your former classmate and friend.



Willie M. Edwards Sr.

Stevie McDade

September 12, 2006

May God bless your family in this time of sorrow.



With Love,

Colin Parker

September 12, 2006

Mr. and Mrs. Ellis, May god bless you and your family during these trying times. Bryan has touched the lives of many and the memories of him will remain with me as well as the community. Although I am many miles away I walk with your family in spirit and will keep you in my prayers.

Terri Dotson-Ellis

September 11, 2006

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

Marcy Carter

September 11, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Pettaway-Jacobs Family, Nathaniel & Derrick

September 11, 2006

Mrs. Judi,

Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. May GOD'S grace help restore you and bring hope. Our prayers are asking GOD to surround your family with his love and peace, during this difficult time. With deepest Sympathy

Michael Courts

September 11, 2006

Mr. and Mrs. Ellis, on behalf of the Courts family, I want to say that the loss of Bryan was tremendously sad news for me but I am uplifted by all the wonderful memories I have of growing up with "B" and Kevin dating back to grade school. Your sons are like brothers to all of us who grew up with the pond. Although they will be missed, their spirits will live with me forever.

Melanie Ware-Johnson

September 11, 2006

Judy and Oscar,

Please, know that the Ware family holds you close to our hearts and will forever keep you in our prayers!



Always, Melanie Ware Johnson, Donald Ware, and Burnett Ware

Missy Johnson (Watkins)

September 11, 2006

Dear Ora and the Ellis family:

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Your old neighbor

Tiffany Anderson

September 11, 2006

For Marcie and to your family, to years and years of joy and love between you and Brian, such a long time to be in love. He will be so missed, his heart and smile always shined so brightly. Brian always knew how to make a frown turn upside down he has such a strong heart and crazy sense of humor, he was one of a kind. You will be always in my prayers and in my heart. You both have always been such a dear friend. I want you to remember the good times in your tired and sadness moments and remember that he will always live forever and ever in our hearts and in our mind.



love always... your friend,. please call on me, I would not want anything else.



Tiffany

Ron & Irvay Stoner

September 11, 2006

To the Ellis Family~



Please accept our sincere condolences. We will continue to uplift you all in prayer.



God Bless,

Mykal Williams

September 11, 2006

I am sorry to hear that your father passed away. He was very nice to me when I came over to your house to play.

Mykal Williams, 11yrs. old neighbors 2132 Calumet Ave

Dwain Payton

September 11, 2006

I am sorry about your lost Mr. and Mrs. Ellis . Brian was a great person. I hope you find peace within yourself to know that you will see him again. May GOD bless you.

Charline (Lacey) Collier '87

September 11, 2006

To The Ellis Family:

I offer my deepest sympathy for your loss. I also attended Rogers High School with Bryan and my memories of him are full of laughter, friendship and good times as well. Bryan will be remembered and deeply missed by all who knew him.

My prayers are with you.

God Bless

Derrick Clay

September 11, 2006

To the Ellis Family...Bryan will forever be remembered. He was a good person and a good friend. In addition to being a great father, son and husband, he was also an inspiration to the community.



My deepest sympathy goes out to the family in this time of need. Please remember that GOD is holding him with great care.



-Derrick Clay

Joyce Thomas

September 11, 2006

To the Eliis family

I am truly sorry for the lost of your love one.



Joyce M. Thomas

NCB

Angela Freeman

September 11, 2006

To Mr. and Mrs. Ellis,

My heartfelt sympathy goes to you and your family. I will continue to keep you in my prayers. Hold to God's hand and he will get you through the physical absence of Bryan. Spiritually he will always be with you and you can celebrate his life and not mourn his death.

God Bless

Angela (Jackson) Freeman

Class of 1984 Rogers High

Lydia Allen

September 11, 2006

Oscar, Judi and Ellis Family,



We were deeply grieved to hear of the loss of your beloved son. Know that you and the entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that God, the great comforter, bring you peace in the coming days.



Karen Allen and Aimee Laramore

Dr. Sheila Austin

September 11, 2006

To The Ellis Family,



Oscar and Judy please know that you are in our prayers and thoughts. Remember the words of Psalms 29:11: The Lord will give strength unto his people; the Lord will bless his people with peace.



With prayers and love,

Dr. Sheila Austin & Bishop G. F. Austin

Patricia Degnan

September 11, 2006

Judi and Oscar--there are simply NO words to express my sympathy for you and your family at this time. The hugs you gave all of us two years ago are still with us and I wish I could be there to give them back to you. I do know that Terry and Kevin have a great welcome planned for Byran. Your love and strength are truly an inspiration to all. With love and prayers, Patty, Patrick and Caroline Degnan

Jay Black, Jr.

September 11, 2006

Oscar, Judi, words cannot express the sorrow I feel right now. Please know that I love you and I am there for you.

DeLisa Jordan

September 11, 2006

On behalf of the entire Jordan, Love, and LeGare Families:

We would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to Marci Ellis,The Children, and Family. Be comforted knowing that God will put no more on you than you can bare. The Lord draws nigh to the broken hearted. Therefore, dont be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and seeking God's will, with thanksgiving. Know that the peace of God, which exceeds all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. We love you dearly, please know that you are in our hearts and our prayers.

DeLisa L. Jordan and Family

The entire Love-Jordan Family of Stone Mt,Ga

Rebecca "Penny" LeGare and Family

Faye & Nikki Heffner

September 11, 2006

Our deepest prayers and sympathy are with you and may God continue to bless you during this difficult time.

Hope Sims-Blackwell

September 11, 2006

Mom and dad Ellis, Marci,and family

my heart is sadden by Bryans death.You have been in my thoughts and prayers and I will continue to pray for strength and comfort. I love you all and if you need anything please call. Love you much, Hope Sims-Blackwell and family.

Jamesetta (Jamie) Mickens

September 11, 2006

Oscar,Judi,Marc and Children:

Pleases accept my deepest expression of symphathy during this most difficult moment. May God grant you strength to endure the loss of you son, husband and father.

RICHARD MISH

September 11, 2006

TO THE ELLIS FAMILY MY THOUGTS & PRAYERS

ARE WITH YOU. I KNEW BRYAN FROM DIALYSIS. I SAT ACCROSS FROM HIM. HE WAS A VERY NICE GUY SINCERLY RICH MISH

Wanda Parker

September 11, 2006

To the Ellis Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Bryan was loved by many and will be missed by all. God Bless, Wanda Parker '86 & Maranda Martin(Rodney)

Frederick King

September 11, 2006

To mom and pop Ellis. Thanks for being everyone's parent in the neighborhood. I believed you guys did a wonderful job with your children and the rest of us. You are in my prayers.

Fred King ( Columbus, Ohio)

Lora Kemp-Maynor

September 11, 2006

To the Ellis family,

I did not know Bryan personally but knew of him through his Mother, Judy. My heart cries out for you Judy and his loved ones. It is not easy loosing a child or anyone we love. I will continue to pray for Bryan's family,Parent's and loved ones. Sometimes we don't understand why God gives us these burdens, but I've learned to be still. God will provide, meet all your needs and ease all your pain.

Sincerely,

Lora Kemp-Maynor and Family

Lisa Martin

September 10, 2006

To Mr & Mrs. Ellis

Marci

Brian, Jordan, Nicholas, Briana, and Joshua,

Words cannot express how saddened we feel about the loss of Brian. His life was truly a blessing to all who knew him. We extend our prayers, thoughts, and memories to you. We hope you find solace in the thought that he is in a better place. He will be truly missed. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to call on us.

Rodney, Lisa, and Cody Martin

Kelly McClure Broussard

September 10, 2006

My deepest condolences are with you all as you grieve. Bryan was a good person and friend. He will surely be missed.

Rhonda R. Witty

September 10, 2006

To the Ellis Family,



Our prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. May God's arms of protection continue to bless and strenght you all.



The Witty Family

Janece Wooley - Woulard, Rogers '88

September 10, 2006

Mr & Mrs Ellis:



"Though you have made me see troubles, many and bitter, you will restore my life again; from the depths of the earth You will again bring me up. You will increase my honor and comfort me once again." Psalms 71:20-21.



Please know that you are in my prayers.

Janece Wooley

September 10, 2006

Mr & Mrs Ellis:



"Though you have made me see troubles, many and bitter, you will restore my life again; from the depths of the earth You will again bring me up. You will increase my honor and comfort me once again." Psalms 71:20-21.



Please know that you are in my prayers.



Janece Wooley - Woulard

Rogers High School

Class of 1988

Tammie Hall

September 10, 2006

To Marci and family I know that this is truly a difficult time for you and your children but remember God is in control and no matter what he will never leave or forsake you. I will continue to keep you in my prayers.

September 10, 2006

I am sending our deepest sympathy for the lost of your son. Our prayers are with you.

Stacie L DeGoldsby

Osie D DeGoldsby III

and parents/ Mr. & Mrs Osie DeGoldsby

Angela Bass

September 10, 2006

On behalf of the Bass family, please accept our deepest condolences. Bryan will always have a special place in my heart.....

Sheila A. Cook

September 10, 2006

On behalf of the "Cook" family, I wish to extend to Marci, the children and his parents our deepest sympathy.I was saddened to hear of Bryan's death. He was a kind, caring young man who truly loved his wife and children and did a wonderful job of landscaping for my dad and me. He and Marci were there for our family at the death of our mother, brother and father. I know it hurts and in time God will heal. Bryan's smile and kindness will be missed dearly. Know that God does all things well and although we don't always understand and often ask why, remember God is still in control and never makes a mistake. I say to each of you love one another, because "love" covers a multitude of faults, encourage each other and be strength to each other during this time. Death should not bring division but togetherness, restoration and much love. Let go and let God. Know that you are in our prayers.

Robert Kendrick Jr

September 10, 2006

Hello Oscar and Judy The Kendrick family extends our condolences.time heals the heart.we will keep your family in our prayers.

Emory Whittington III

September 10, 2006

Mr. and Mrs. Ellis & Family. Because Bryan was in your hearts he will never fade away. Find comfort in your memories of Bryan and Kevin. God Bless.

Maria Howell

September 10, 2006

Judy and family.



I'm so sorry for your loss. May God help you during this sad time.

God bless you and your family.

Maria Howell, former Sr.Teller at Parkway

Jamie covyaw gilbert brown

September 10, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

gilbert\ jamie brown\covyaw

September 10, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Christopher Finn

September 10, 2006

To the Ellis family - I, too, knew Bryan back in high school. He was always very kind to me. I am sorry for your loss.

Sandra Meeks Speller

September 10, 2006

Judi and Butch, God has a way of easing the broken hearted, I encourage you that in all things praise the Lord. Both of you have a solid foundation in God and He will direct your paths. I can only begin to imagine the pain and grief you are feeling, but know that I will keep you in my prayers and if there is anything you need, please do not hesitate to ask. Fianlly, "look toward the hills from whence cometh your help; your help comes from the Lord," and know that the devil is under your feet. Keep the faith, Judi and Butch, God can and will make a way.

September 10, 2006

My thoughts are with your family and especially Jordan. May God be with you all at this time.



Tanya Flores (Rodriguez)Rogers '89

Diana Houston

September 10, 2006

Marci and kids, You all are in my thoughts, and my prayers. Be strong and please, if you need anything do not hesitate to ask.

Diana Houston

September 10, 2006

Uncle Butch and Aunt Judi, there will never be anything that can be said to help ease your pain. But please know you have such a wonderful,loving family. And I have been blessed to have married into this family. You never experience the closeness a family should have until you've been around this entire family. I love you both, and know how deeply sorry I am for you both, you are in my prayers. God Bless two of the most special people I have the honor to say are MY FAMILY!

Stacey Mays-Douglas

September 10, 2006

To The Ellis Family:



May God's peace rest upon you during this heartfelt time. I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. I had the pleasure of knowing Bryan during our high school years at Rogers. We most certainly had a ball during those days. They were filled with lots of fun and laughter. He will be deeply missed. May God continue to bless you!

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