Throughout Dean’s entire life he had a sincere warmth in his smile. He always provided a listening ear and touched our lives with unconditional support, kindness and advice. Dean peacefully was called to rest on April 15, 2021. His memories will be with us for a lifetime and his legacy will live on through his wife, family and friends.
Dean is survived by his wife: Joyce Ellis; son James Ellis; daughters, Judy Ellis-Broome, Carol Ellis, Danielle Armstead (Travis) and Mona Leanet; surrogate brother, Chuck Woods (Sylvia); brother-in-law, Larry Mannings, Sr.; sister-in-law, Shirley Redmond; grandchildren, Latasha, James Jr., Tatianna, Dwayne, Zacharie and Camerone; 10 great-grandchildren, and a wealth of nieces and nephews.
