We are deeply sorry to learn of Bobs passing. Our family hopes you find peace in the memories you will share of his life as you go thru the next few months. Surely it is painful now but hopefully as time lessens the pain you will laugh at fond memories with warmth and love and less tears. We hope the pain of your loss is softened by the kind words of those who had the pleasure of meeting Bob.

With deepest sympathy, 
Jim and Deb Asbury

Although "The Wiz" was well-known as an excellent soccer coach, he was also a youth and high school soccer official and was well-regarded by his fellow officials.   

Bob also very willingly shared his business skills as an accountant  in support of the Dayton Area Soccer Officials Association for many years.  Plus, he served as a board member for the leadership of this organization.

My favorite memory of The Wiz was his unique style of eating pizza at soccer tournaments; he'd put two (or more) slices of pizza face to face and then enjoy that pizza as a sandwich!  Fun!!

I will greatly miss Bob and his wonderful sense of humor!

There are people that come into your lives that are 
LARGER THAN LIFE.  For us, Bob was that person.  
For the past 30+ years Bob has been our cul-de-sac neighbor, friend, accountant, and go to guy.  We are going to miss his booming voice and boisterous personality.  Bob’s passing is surreal and leaves a huge void in the lives of those that had the privilege of knowing him.  
Katie and Family-our sincere condolences.


Cam - our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your father will be sorely missed. What a great impact he had on so many people! 

Bob Mack, Lisa Fraser and Emma Mack

Sending my condolences to Katie, the Ellis children and to Aunt Janet, Dan, Chuck, Jim and Joy and all of Bob’s extended family and friends.    It is so hard to say goodbye to those we love so dearly.  Please know you are all in my prayers.  I know the many wonderful memories you have of Bob as a family member or friend will be in your hearts  forever.   Cousin Bob Rest In Peace.  

Being on the St. Charles Athletic commission with Bob and going to Keenland every year with a group of people from Alter High school. 

Sorry to hear of the passing of your husband, father, and  grandfather Whiz.  We are the grandparents of Nick Royer who was coached by him graduating in 2008.  We have fond memories of attending all of the soccer games we could and going to State.  We were very proud when Nick made All State and we attended the celebration at OSU and shared a table with Whiz and Katie.  Whiz was a very dedicated coach, fun to watch when he coached and and truly an Alter Knight.
Rest in Peace Whiz, we will all miss you, our sincere sympathy to Katie and all of the Ellis Family.
Sincerely,
Barry and Norma Roberts


I am so deeply sorry to all of the Ellis Family about the passing of Bob.  I will definitely miss my conversations with him when he got his teeth cleaned.  We all appreciate the countless hours of coaching, service and dedication to the sports programs at Alter High School.  He was a wonderful caring and kind man and will be greatly missed by our entire community.  Sending prayers of peace and comfort to all of you.  
Cindy and Rob Stichweh

Katie and family,   My thoughts are with you at the unexpected loss of Bob. We participated in the AARP Tax program together for 15+ years and I learned a great deal via his expertise. I will miss him greatly !!

I've known wiz for over 30 years. But the last 6 years have been the most fun I had with him as his varsity assistant coach. After Leaving  my program at Bishop Fenwick, he brought me on board without hesitation. We had good runs on the soccer field and some unfortunate losses but that's part of the game. He was always looking out for me. 
Four years ago,  when school was out, wiz convinced me to work part time in the summer at Community golf course in Kettering. During those summers, I would see Wiz mowing the grass, driving around the Range Cart,  and playing golf early in the morning. During work he would look for me to see what I was doing and when he found me or visa -versa, we would just chat up a storm and talk soccer and his beloved Manchester United-Im a Real Madrid fan so we always have spirited friendly arguments haha... I will miss him. He was a friend, colleague, father figure, and mentor. I love you Wiz, you will always be on my side. If things go the way you want it as you planned, I will keep Alter boys soccer continued success...AMEN!

We are deeply saddened to hear of Bob’s passing.  Our condolences to Katie and family. I had the honor of driving the team Bus for the Wiz the past couple years and worked the Boys basketball games with him. The voice of the Knights will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Ellis family as they go through this difficult time. 

Katie,

My deepest condolences for the great loss of your soulmate Bob, the Wiz. 

I remember working along side Wiz on the St. Charles Borromeo School Athletics Commission and the CYO Board of Directors and the CYO Basketball Commission. 

Bob’s body of work for Alter High School speaks volumes about his character and dedication. He will be missed at Football games,  Basketball games, and of course the Boys Soccer games. 

My deepest sympathy to the Ellis family.  As the Volunteer Administrator for the City of Kettering, I am so thankful to have known Bob as a dedicated volunteer who worked tirelessly year after year to assist folks with their tax returns.  He touched so many lives by generously sharing the gifts of his expertise and time --- 11,122 hours to be exact!  In his competitive nature, he always tried to complete more returns than the previous year.   May your memories of Bob bring you peace and comfort.  

Katie,

Bob was a good friend and a great role model.  I always enjoyed reffing with him and "catching up" with him at recert meetings after I moved to Granville.  I also enjoyed all of my Alter assignments.
My condolences to you and your family.

Katie and family, We are so very sorry for your loss. Your husband, Bob, was an extraordinary man. Our sincere condolences to you.

Wiz was such a fun guy to talk to and be around.  The amount of lives he has touched over the years and the joy he brought to kids who loved to play soccer will never be forgotten.  Wiz was full of energy all the time and his humor was one of a kind.  Even 15 years after playing for him, we could pick up right where we left off when I saw him around the Alter Community.  He was a man of faith and a person that I will never forget.  We love you Wizard, watch over all your players and your family!

Bob was a good friend and a good CPA, I have fond memories of working with Bob on many mutual clients. Thoughts and prayers for Bob and his family. May God Bless.

Katie our prayers are with you and your family. It was a pleasure to be around Bob, Bob always kept things exciting.  Always enjoyed Bob getting into it with Ed around the soccer practice and football practice.
Thinking of you !

Ellis Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. Wiz was an amazing man and impacted the lives of so many people. His sense of humor and larger than life personality always put everyone around him in a great mood. He was the coach that I had the most fun playing soccer for. He was a fierce competitor, but he made the game fun for his players and allowed us to be ourselves. I am so thankful for the 4 years I was able to spend with him at Alter, as well as the time I spent with him and your family when we were away from soccer. My deepest condolences...

-Gino DiGuardi

He was always very accomodating at the All Star games at Alter and always in a fantastic mood no matter what.  My heart breaks for the family and for the soccer community.

Katie ~ our love and prayers to you and your family in the passing of Wiz.  Many football Friday nights in the press box at Fairmont he kept us in stiches.  Terry Randolph ~ Fairmont Grounds Crew!

Great guy who did a lot to advance Dayton soccer. Prayers for your friends and family

Katie,
I was saddened to learn of the unexpected passing of your dear husband, Bob.  Thinking of you and family in prayer and with my sincere sympathy.

The Indian Hill Soccer family sends our deepest condolences from Cincinnati. Bob was always larger than life on the sideline and off, and he will be dearly missed by many. His impact on the soccer community in Ohio will be felt for decades to come. Prayers to all of Bob's family and loved ones for comfort and peace during this hard time. 

 I did not really get know “The Wiz” until my late teen years but I soon learned who this man really was.

“The Wiz” was a great man. He loved his family and community dearly. He displayed  this through his words and actions.

As serious of a man he was, he also had a great sense of humor and respectfully, he was highly entertaining.  I have never forgotten the time spent in the Ellis household. These were great times.  

 “The Wiz” will always be loved and never forgotten. My condolences to the entire Ellis family. 

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you comfort each other with your loss. A true legacy in so many ways.             Jim and Jolinda Ruehle 

Katie:
There are no words that can express the devastation I felt in learning of Bob's passing.  My devastation can only pall in comparison to yours.

I think back to those days when he was the catcher for the Bruins Softball Team and I was the umpire.  This is where we met.  His coaching of my son Greg in basketball (boy did he have the patience of JOB) to our business relationship, the moments with Bob were all so precious to me.........he was a true friend....a real friend.

I think of the "WAR" stories we shared regarding soccer and officiating - something I will always cherish.

I know he is up there with the Wizard of Westwood, but he is meeting him all too soon.

Sandy and I send our prayers out to you , your sons and daughters, and your entire family.  If there is anything at all we can do for you guys please let me know.

God bless and cherish Bob.  He was my best friend and I will love him Forever.

Don Skelton

Dear Ellis Family,

I am very sorry for your loss.  Some people leave a lasting impression and influence you in a positive way.  Your husband, father, and grandfather was one of those people in my life.  I called him Mr. Ellis or Coach Ellis, but he was more than that to me.  He was a father figure to a kid that didn't have one, and your family was so welcoming.  I have so many fond memories of knee football in the family room with Bobby and Cam, soccer games, and EKRC Bruins basketball games with the girls in their cheerleading outfits.  There were so many car rides to and from games and practices.  Of course, he stepped up to help out a working mom raising a kid by herself.  His passion for coaching and helping people be the best they can be was extraordinary.  He may be gone from  this earth, but his memory and legacy will not be forgotten.

Love,
Dan 

So sorry for your loss, Bob was a great guy. We will miss him.🙏

So sad to hear of Wiz passing.  He always made me smile and laugh.  He had a positive effect on so many people, especially the boys at Alter Soccer.  Thanks Coach.  The Sweeterman’s 

To the Ellis Family,

I have many memories of the rivalry that Bob and I had as we both coached soccer thru the years. He truly made me a better coach. He will always be remembered for his compassion towards people. 
Rest in peace Coach.

Charlie Luse 
Bellbrook High School

Dear Ellis family I am so sorry about your loss. Bob’s shoes will never be able to filled. I will miss him greatly. My Friday golfing days will never be the same without him to greet me. What a great guy.

Bob was a neighbor for several years and great guy!  A coach who knew how to put the fun in high school sports and also produce state champion teams! RIP Wiz!

Jen,

Heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your father. He was so loved by so many people. Find comfort knowing the entire Kettering community is holding  you close in their hearts. Reflect on all the happy memories you shared with your dad.... it will give you strength to get through this difficult time. You and your family are in our constant thoughts and prayers. God bless you and the entire Ellis family. Much love from our family to your family.

Amy and Chad 

When I think of Wiz, I cannot help but think of his BIG voice, even BIGGER heart. and even BIGGER love of his kids and grandkids.  He was a BIG personality who was always giving, and when giving, he always gave 110%.  I am honored to call him "bro".   I'm sure his dad already has Bob helping him detail chariots in Heaven!!!  God Bless you bro, you'll be missed.

I knew Wiz from playing softball in the Centerville Men’s Softball league played at Yankee Park, some 25 years ago. Wiz was an umpire in the league and was respected and admired by the players. Wiz always made it about the game and never himself.  I don’t think Wiz even knew my given name, as he called me by my nickname Magic which my teammates used. Whenever  we drew Wiz for a game we felt fortunate and knew it would be fun.  Many years later my son Daniel had the great blessing of playing for Wiz at Alter.  It would be one of the richest experiences of my sons life.  Wiz was the consummate competitor and gentleman. I will mourn his loss, yet bear witness to his life. Sincere condolences to the Ellis family. Respectfully, Dan Allen

OBITUARY

Robert Charles Ellis Sr.

January 11, 1945 – April 2, 2021

Tobias Funeral Home - Far Hills Chapel

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