James Leonard Ellis Jr. Obituary
The memory of James Leonard Ellis Jr. of Daphne, Alabama, born in Newark, New Jersey, who passed away on November 12, 2025 at the age of 89, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Leonard Ellis Jr. to pay them a last tribute.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping James Leonard's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
He was predeceased by: his wife Kathleen Clyatt Ellis; and his parents, James L. Sr. Marie and Jayne Marie. He is survived by: his children, Cheryl Kathleen Barrow (Frank) and Charles Richard Ellis (Patricia); his grandchildren, Corey Kathleen Kappler (Scott), Lauren Margot Lauer (Jonathan) and Hannah Elizabeth Ellis; and his great grandchildren, Ella Kate Kappler, Caden Scott Kappler, Liam Franklin Lauer and Eliana Rose Lauer.
