of Clinton, AR
December 6, 1932 - January 15, 2024
Loreda Louise Davis Ellis, age 91, of Clinton, Arkansas passed away peacefully at home on January 15, 2024. Loreda was born December 6, 1932 to the late Brannon and Nancy Stark Davis.
Loreda is preceded in death by her loving husband of 54 years, D. Patrick Ellis and her son, George Eric Ellis.
Loreda will lovingly be remembered by her siblings, Lovell Davis and Geneva Jauch; children, John 'Chip' Ellis, Phillip Ellis and Charity (Michael) Vermeulen; grandchildren, John (Jill) Ellis, Keely (Tyler) Kirkendoll, Fiona, Luke and Maggie Vermeulen, Morgan (Dillon) Wilson, Jesse (Bailie) Alvarado, Cally (Lucas) Krisell and eight great grandchildren.
Loreda made Clinton her home for over 60 years, where she was a dedicated member of Clinton Church of Christ. She was passionate in pursuing a greater good, from raising money for the American Cancer Society to local causes like Pennies from Heaven and Choctaw Special School, of which she was a founding board member. She was a devout Christian who loved spending time with her family, writing poetry and collecting plates. Though the family will grieve her loss, we find comfort in knowing she is at peace with her Lord and her loved ones that have gone before.
Visitation will be Friday, January 19, 2024 at 1pm at Clinton Church of Christ with services to follow at 2pm. Graveside will be at Clinton Cemetery.
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43 Condolence(s)
Mark Story
Sunday, February 4, 2024
Your mom was always encouraging to me and our family. I pray for God's blessings on you and your family at this time.
Terry Kelley
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Chip and family so sorry for your loss.
Alice Chambers
Monday, January 22, 2024
Chip, Phillip and family, I’m so sad to hear of Miss Loreda. She was always like a breath of fresh air. She was a classic lady, it was a pleasure knowing such a beautiful lady. What a long wonderful life. My prayers are with you.
Debby Kerrigan
Sunday, January 21, 2024
I am so sad to hear of Ms. Lodeda's passing I always remember as being such a fine lady, a ray of sunshine to all she met. She will be missed
Trish Childers
Saturday, January 20, 2024
She was such a a classic lady and will be missed by all.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Roberta Katz-Messenger
Friday, January 19, 2024
A wife and mother of a fine family. Chip, Phillip and family, she brought love and was so welcome wherever she went.
Martha mulford
Friday, January 19, 2024
To the family. So very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Catherine Smiley
Friday, January 19, 2024
Chip, to you and all of your family, our sincere sympathy. I always thought your Mother was one of the kindest and most graceful women I ever met. My Mom and Dad felt the same. Cathy and Walter.
Brice Smith
Friday, January 19, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Prayers
Regina Adams
Friday, January 19, 2024
So sorry for your loss
Laudell and Jim Massengill
Thursday, January 18, 2024
We are sorry for your loss. Loreda was such a sweet lady and a fine example of a Christian.
Doug Knight
Thursday, January 18, 2024
Chip and Phillip so sorry to hear about your mom, she was a great lady, she will be missed. If there is anything I can do let me know. You and your Family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dee Ann Reed
Thursday, January 18, 2024
Condolences on your loss, you will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
Rita Collums
Thursday, January 18, 2024
So sorry for your loss. I've known Loreda for many years. Always so sweet and friendly. Prayers for the entire family.
Vickie Lee Hayes
Thursday, January 18, 2024
I am sorry for your lost. I didn't know her, but I knew some members of the family specially Fiona. MY prays are for all of you. Tell Fiona that Mrs. Vickie is praying for her also.
Cheryl & Randy Baker
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Chip, Philip, Charity and all the rest of the family, We loved Loreda and know how much you will miss her. She always had a beautiful smile and warm greeting for everyone. She was intelligent, kind and caring. She lived her faith to the fullest. Now she is reaping her reward. Smiling down on you all with love and compassion. We send our love and prayers to you.
Dan & Debby Prout
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Chip, Phillip, Keeley and the Ellis family, we send out deepest sympathy.
Prayers for peace and love.
Bob Allen
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Chip, Phillip and all of Ms. Loreda's loving family. I am saddened to hear of your loss. I visited the Ellis home in Clinton on several occasions with Loreda's late husband, Pat. She was such a gracious lady and always welcomed me into her home where she was always happy to show off her grand collection of plates and other nic nacs. She was the heart of the Ellis home and family and I know she will be greatly missed. May you find peace in knowing she is finally "home" with Pat, Eric and others who went on before her. I am honored to have known her, Pat and their children during my time in the Greers Ferry Lake area.
Laura Grimes
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of Loreda. She was a sweet lady. My prayers to you all.
Angie King
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Ms. Ellis was one in a million! She was such a lovely lady. I got to know her through my beautiful sister in law Charity Vermeulen. I enjoyed watching her light up around her grand children. She will be missed. Sending you all love!
Shirley Waller
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Mrs. Lorena was a very sweet and special lady. She will certainly be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shirley Waller
Gary Harris
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
To Phillip, Chip and family, I am so sorry to hear the the loss of your beloved mother. My prayers go out to you all during this rough time. May God bless and comfort you all.
Sheila Pearson
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss and will be praying for God's peace and comfort during this time. I will miss seeing Ms Ellis outside her home and she always had a smile and a wave.
Judy VanPelt
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
I would like to express my sincere condolences to all of Mrs. Ellis’s family. I knew her through two very special young ladies named Charity and Keely while teaching in Clinton. Prayers for God’s comfort for them and all of her family.
Linda Sue Simmons Smart
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Mrs. Ellis and I worked together at one time and I got to know how sweet and wonderful she was. I was best friends with Eric and I will always miss them. The whole Ellis family will always be close to my heart.
Karen Harlan
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
I am sorry for the loss of a sweet lovely lady.My thoughts and prayers go out to all of y’all.
Dixie Carter
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
My heartfelt condolences to all the family. I keep Phillip and Chip in my heart and send prayers of comfort and love. I'll miss Loreda and her kindness. She was very wise and I'll always remember her.
Susan Neighbours
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
It was a pleasure to call her my friend! My heart is full of fun memories! Always a true Lady!
Pat Clark-Cheatham (and Darrell)
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Sending our condolences and prayers for your family.
Rebecca Smith Johnson
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Phillip and siblings,
So sorry for your loss. Your mother was a wonderful person who always made the effort to speak to me whenever we met. Clinton has lost a great asset and advocate. May she rest in peace and enjoy flying with the angels...
Christa Davis Payne
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Much love to this family. Loreda was a beautiful, caring, loving woman who loved the Lord in everything she said and did. She will be greatly missed. Loreda, give my daddy a hug when you see him. He is waiting with open arms.
Paula Cowsert
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
So sorry for your loss . Mrs. Ellis was an amazing person and will be missed immensely. Prayers for your family. The Dewey Bruce family
Jo Nell Warren
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.
Debbie Whillock
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Loreda was such a sweet person as was Pat. They raised some good children that became adults that were community minded. The family will always be remembered with fondness. My prayers are with the family
Kenny, Debbie and children
Ellen M Wood
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Charity and Chip, so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. May the peace that only Jesus can give carry you through this difficult time. Praying for you and your families. She was a special lady.
PatriciaKEllis
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Rip sweet lady.
Ida linn
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. Know that we are thinking of you and your family and praying for all of you. May God continue to bless you.
Jeanie McDaniel
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Dear Family
I am so sorry to hear of your dear mothers passing. My heart goes out to you. Loreda was such a sweet and caring lady, and I know she will be missed. May the Lord comfort you and hold you close while you pass through the days ahead.
Hugs
Jeanie
Linda Petersen
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
I hurt for you all!! You’ve had her all your lives I pray God will curl you up in His great big lap and kiss your hurts away. She is a beautiful lady, inside and out, and has left you an incredible legacy to remember her by. Thank God!
Linda Petersen
Reba Rooney
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
To the family so sorry to hear she was a fine lady she will be missed prayers
Glenda Howard
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Chip and Keely, I am so sorry for your loss but know that you had a great many years to create so many memories. As long as she is carried in your mind and heart, she will never die. Her life will continue to bless each and everyone who knew and loved her. Keely, I know you especially feel her loss. Know that I am praying for your comfort as well as that of your family. May God wrap His arms around you. I am sure she would say “Smile, little one, I do well.” God bless
Glenda Howard
Toney and Sallie Parish
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
We are sorry for the loss of Lorena! She was so good to come to our Drama programs! She always wore a smile and greeted eveyone! She lived a well lived life!! I pray for peace for all the family!!!
Shirley Johnson
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
So very sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful person.