Deacon Eddie Carrington Ellis, Sr., 92 of Amherst, VA gained his wings on Thursday, August 20, 2020 to be reunited with the Lord and his late wife of 49 years Joe Ann.  Born on October 23, 1927 to the late Lucille Ellis Cosby.

He was preceded in death by his late Stepfather Jeff Cosby and mother Lucille Ellis Cosby; sister, Catherine Rose; his brother, Harry Ellis Sr.; his loving wife of 49 years; Deaconess Joe Ann Ellis; son-n-law, Henry Beverly; grandson, Henry Thornton and a great granddaughter Lea Lombre. Deacon Ellis cherished his loving late wife of 49 years and his nine children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.  He enjoyed spending time outside with his dog, chickens, and working in his garden.

Deacon Ellis worked for the C. & O. Railroad for forty years.  After retirement he owned and operated his own dump truck doing private hauling for seven years.

He leaves to cherish his memories his nine devoted children: Diane Beverly, Elaine Glover (James), Eddie Ellis Jr. (Lucille), Brenda Ferguson (Fred), Mamie Glover (Clinton Sr.), Walter Ellis Sr. (April) and Henry Ellis all of Amherst, VA, Lucille Henry (John) of Spout Spring, VA, Wayne Ellis, Sr. (Yulita) of Gladstone, VA; 25 grandchildren, 49 great grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews and other family members and friends.

A Entombment will be held 11:00 AM Friday, August 28, 2020 at Briarwood Memorial Park with Pastor Rodney Sandidge, officiating .  At the family request they ask please wear face mask and there will be no repast.  Family and friends may view on Thursday from 10:00 to 6:00 Pm at Davis-Turner Funeral Service.  Condolences may be sent to www.Davis-Turner.com .  Service of comfort rendered by Davis-Turner Funeral Service.