Charles Ellis

Charles Eric Ellis, 76, of Chester, passed away Saturday, May 5th, 2012, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He is preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Minnie Mae Ellis. He is survived by his wife, Syrl Ellis; three children, Charles Eric Ellis Jr., Alan Ellis and his wife Sandie Ellis, and Teresa Ellis McNeilly and her husband Frank McNeilly; his six grandchildren, Erica Ellis, Kayla McNeilly,Matthew McNeilly, Ryan McNeilly, Savannah McNeilly, and Kevin McNeilly; his great grandson, Cole Smith. He spent his life sharing his love of painting, sports, racing, snowmobiling, gardening, horses and spending time with family and friends. He is now reunited with his heavenly family until we all meet again. A private memorial service will be held 1:00 PM, Thursday, May 10, 2012, at Wrexham Hall, please contact the family for details. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Bon Secours Richmond Healthcare Foundation, Hospice and Palliative CARE fund, 5857 Bremo Road, Suite 305, Richmond, VA. 23226. In memory of his life and the care he received.