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Obituary For Leroy Ellis

Leroy Ellis, 72 of Rural Hall, NC , passed Wednesday, July 3, 2024. The family will receive friends from 12 noon ~ 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at First Baptist Church, 700 Highland Ave., Winston Salem, NC 27101 with the service beginning at 1:00 p.m.

Mr. Leroy Ellis, son of the late Deacon Troy Ellis Sr. And Mrs. Everlena Lennon Ellis, was born September 27, 1951 in Whiteville, NC. He departed this life on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. At his home in Rural Hall, NC.

Leroy served our country in the United States Air Force from 1969 until 1973. Shortly thereafter, he went to work for the United States Postal Service where he retired as the Transportation Manager in 2006 after 32 years. Two of his passions were bowling and with his current golf club, The Short Makers for over 20 years.

Leroy loved the Lord and therefore was an active member in his church. He was a faithful and longtime member of Springfield Baptist Church in Raleigh, NC for more than 30 years. He had a strong friendship with Reverend Daniel Sanders, who was his pastor and often times golf buddy. He served on the transportation ministry, drama ministry and was the chairman of the trustee board for several years. He joined the Male Chorus, as he would say, not because he was a singer but because he wanted to be a part of making a joyful noise unto the Lord. He enjoyed the foot stomping, hand clapping songs of the great gospel groups. This music brought joy to his heart and peace to his soul.

After his marriage to Kathy, the woman he love for almost 50 years and subsequent move to Rural Hall, they joined First Baptist Church, Highland Avenue. His vow to her was that “We will not be pew sitters.” His service was evidenced by joining the men's choir, the Dream Team media ministry and the trustee ministry.

Leroy is preceded in death by his parents and brother Howard Lennon.

Left to cherish his memories: His loving and devoted wife; Kathleen Ellis, two sons; Quinn Choice (Cerrrika) of Atlanta, GA and Desmond Ellis (Chrisley) of Raleigh, NC, one daughter; Syreeta Carter of Walkertown, NC. Two brothers; Orlando Lennon (Millie) and Troy Ellis, Jr. (Carolyn). Two sisters; Everdel Bullock (Doug) and Valeria Southern, several grandchildren, nieces, nephews and a host of cousins, relatives and friends.

Guest Book

To the Family of Leroy Ellis. Rest in Peace! The Kelly Family, Raleigh, NC

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To the Family of Leroy Ellis: You have our deepest sympathy.

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Heartfelt sympathy to the of Leroy Ellis. former co-workers. Cheryl Binns Cynthia Chavis Cross

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Our condolences to the Ellis family. We are praying that God grant you peace that surpasses all understanding. The George Family North Carolina & Maryland

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Heartfelt condolences to the family of Leroy Ellis. retired USPS

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You have the condolences of Frank Powell Jr. and family. We are all Ellises and you will be in our prayers. RIH cousin.

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Sending our condolences and prayers to the Ellis Family in the loss of Leroy. May God grant you His Spirit of Peace, Comfort, Healing and Strength during your season of bereavement. Benjamin & Veronica Scott Johnson, Springfield Baptist Church, Raleigh NC.

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Condolences to the Ellis family. A fellow Postal friend.

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Condolences to the Ellis family on the loss of Leroy. He was always prepared in meetings and had his own sense of humor. He talked a lot about his little guy (grandson) that he'd be tied up with and would not be able to attend a meeting because he thought 'y'all don't want him to be in the meeting.' We will miss working with him at First Baptist Church on the Trustee Board and looking back up at him on the sound system. Danny and Debora Freeman

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my condolences to the from Jacqueline Green ELLIS family From Jacqueline Green

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Sending heartfelt condolences to Leroy's family and friends. He was a great co-worker as I worked with him "back in the days" of the LSM at the Post Office. I enjoyed playing cards and bowling with him as well. May God bless and comfort his family as he will surely be missed. Sadie Collins Davenport USPS retiree

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Our deepest condolences to the Ellis family on the loss of their loved one. Often enjoyed the company of Leroy when playing a game of Pinochle, he was always a gentleman besides a great card player. May he RIP 🙏 Terry & Conrad Post

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Rest in peace my coworker, golf buddy, card playing partner and friend. I know you are now in the loving arms of the Lord. Hope that makes missing you a little easier for the many friends and loved ones you left behind.

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Rest well my friend!

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My condolences to the Ellis Family.

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Praying for the family, Teressa Dozier.

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Sending prayers to the family.

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We are extending our heartfelt sympathies to the family of Brother Ellis. We met him when we joined Springfield Baptist Church, Raleigh, NC. He was a great organizer and a great golfer. We thank God that we all have such fond memories to cherish. Bro. Bernard and Sis. Grace Herring

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Many condolences to rhe family of "Brother Leroy" as we referred to him as colleagues with the US Postal Service. He was truly a "Good Brother " in every since of the words. It was my pleasure to have known him. Sincerely, Hezekiah

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Condolences to the Ellis family

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Our Sincere Condolences DR.Shrager Champion Orthodontics and Team

- Alexis Shrager

I forgot to put my name down for Leddy ,from Larry Ellis

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Praying for the Ellis family. Leroy will be missed by all who knew him. Joy Peebles

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My Conduluces to Kathy Ellis,and Conduluces to the Troy and Evalena Ellis family,Leddy as all the cousins Called him was a caring and fun cousin to hangout with,you're be missed

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My prayers are with the entire family. Your cousin Larnell, Leanne, LJ, Gavin and Aaliyah Lennon.

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RIHPd MY POSTAL FRIEND FOR OVER 35 YEARS! Kathy Tillery-Ellis my friend forever and family sending prayers and LOVE! Teresa Wilson-McMillian Retired Plant Manager and Atlas Wilson,Jr. Supervisor Raleigh Post Office.

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RIHP my postal friend for over thirty years! GOD BLESS my friend Kathy Tillery-Ellis and family. Love always Teresa Wilson-McMillian Retired Plant Manager and Atlas Wilson,Jr. Raleigh Plant Supervisor.

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Leroy had a caring and sharing spirit that represented his love for God

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Leroy had a caring and sharing spirit that represented his love of God. He will be missed and always Loved

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Condolences to Kathy in the loss of your beloved husband Leroy. To God be the glory for the thing he has done in the life of my dear friend Leroy. He will be missed dearly, RIHP my dear friend 🕊️ Clara Chavis

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Condolences to Kathy and the entire Ellis family. The memories of Leroy will continue to inspire and up lift me as I navigate this world without by best friend. I will honor his legacy and cherish the good times we shared. Good bye my dear friend, God has gained another beautiful soldier. RIHP 🕊️

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Prayers of comfort to the family. Vermel, Joseph and Sharlean Sumpter

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