Aaron Ellis

AARON ELLIS was born in Newport News Virginia on February 2, 1921 to the late William Ellis and Alease Hill Ellis. He departed this life on Tuesday, April 26, 2017 at his home. Aaron was affectionately known as "Ellis, Snook, and Pop-Pop". He was " Uncle Aaron" to all of his son's friends. Ellis received is early education in Baltimore City Public Schools and graduated in the first class of Paul Laurence Dunbar High School in 1940. He joined the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1946. Aaron met and married Mary Weaver, who preceded in death. From this union on son, Aaron Willard Ellis was born, who also preceded him in death. After the death of his only son, Ellis and Mary took on the role of caring for their two granddaughters. Aaron worked for Hauswald Bakery for over 20 years as a Delivery Driver. He loved coaching for James Mosher Little League in his younger days and was always sharing the memories of those times with his family and friends. Ellis was dedicated member of Sharp Street Memorial United Methodist Church and Men's Choir, The Tens, Phalanx's, and The Holidays. You could always catch Ellis walking through the house singing. He loved playing golf and traveled around the East Coast doing so, until his health would not allow him any longer. Ellis loved traveling with his wife and family, jazz concerts, social events, entertaining friends at his home, playing cards, sports, and spending time with his grand and great-grandchildren. Aaron had a chance to go to his last Orioles game during the 2016 Season. Ellis dedicated his life to the Lord and loved the Lord with all his heart. He was a faithful member of Sharp Street Memorial United Methodist Church for more than sixty years. He served on many boards until his health no longer allowed. Aaron will be missed by his granddaughters, Helena Johnson (Jamaal) and Marla (Paul) Bryant; one daughter-in-law, Helen Ellis; nine great-grands, Marae, Evan, Sameul, Aaron, Khalil, Kory, Jayla, Adria, and Jaylen; three nieces, Myrna (McArthur) Edwards, Ernestine Garey, and Crystal (Robert) Weaver Hunter; one sister-in-law, Dorothy Weaver; twelve great nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and close friends.

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Aaron Ellis

February 2, 1921 - April 26, 2017