Michael L Ellis Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Michael L Ellis (Centralia, Illinois), who passed away on July 25, 2025 at the age of 73. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Michael L Ellis to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jack Ellis and Catherine "Katie" Ellis (Uhls); his brother Wally Ellis; his sister-in-law Norma Ellis; his parents-in-law, Bill and Norma Nofrey; and his son-in-law Joey Daugherty.
He is survived by: his wife Sharon Ellis of Centralia; his children, Tischa Daugherty (Larry Penland), Tony Ellis of Texas, Tim Ellis (Mary-Katherine) of Georgia, Todd Ellis of Mt. Vernon and Tom Ellis of Centralia; his siblings, Dale Ellis (Cathy) of Wamac, Brad Ellis of Cobden and Patty Ellis of Virden; and his sisters-in-law, Brenda Berger, Kathy Nofrey, Debbie Opolony (Jim) and Lisa Passman (Don). He is also survived by ten grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Wild Bunch, reflecting Michael's lifelong commitment to sports and community.
