Obituary for George Ellis George Lee Ellis, 83, of Independence, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, September 29, 2018. George was born July 29, 1935, to George A. and Cora Emma Ellis in Fulton County, AR. George worked for the Independence Water Department for over 30 years and was an avid fisherman, but his most loved role was as “Big Papa” to his grandchildren. George is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Norma; sister, Vera Bek and brother, Billie D. Ellis. He is survived by his daughter, Mary “Gail” Cook (David) of Independence; granddaughter, Stephanie Hayes of Independence, grandson, Jason Cook (Beth) of Kansas City, MO; and his great grandchildren, Eric, Evan Ethan, Nolan, Emma and Bruce. The family will have a celebration of life at a later date. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Carson-Speaks Chapel 816-252-7900) Order Flowers Phone: 816-252-7900 We’re sorry but the candle you have selected is currenty in the process of being purchased or has just recently been purchased. Please feel free to select another candle or check back in 15 minutes to see if the candle you have selected has been released for purchase. Thank you. Okay We’re sorry but there are no candles available for lighting. Thank you. Ok You have already begun a candle purchase session. If you would like to continue with your current candle choice please click “Continue” otherwise please click “Select Another”. Thank you. Select another Continue In Memory of George Lee Ellis 1935 – 2018 Menu Send Flowers Plant a Tree In Memory of Your Loved One Click Here Family Log-In Click Here Subscribe to Updates Click Here Obituary for George Ellis George Lee Ellis, 83, of Independence, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, September 29, 2018. George was born July 29, 1935, to George A. and Cora Emma Ellis in Fulton County, AR. George worked for the Independence Water Department for over 30 years and was an avid fisherman, but his most loved role was as “Big Papa” to his grandchildren. George is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Norma; sister, Vera Bek and brother, Billie D. Ellis. He is survived by his daughter, Mary “Gail” Cook (David) of Independence; granddaughter, Stephanie Hayes of Independence, grandson, Jason Cook (Beth) of Kansas City, MO; and his great grandchildren, Eric, Evan Ethan, Nolan, Emma and Bruce. The family will have a celebration of life at a later date. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Carson-Speaks Chapel 816-252-7900) Order Flowers Printable Share on Facebook Memorial Tribute Website Proudly Provided by: Speaks Family Legacy Chapels 1501 W. Lexington Ave. Independence, Missouri, United States Phone: 816-252-7900 Map | Directions | Contact Us
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