James L Ellis Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on January 13, 2026 in Lexington, Kentucky

James L Ellis Sr.

March 26, 1940 - January 13, 2026 (85 years old)

Lexington, Kentucky

James L Ellis Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on January 13, 2026 in Lexington, Kentucky

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Ransdell Funeral Chapel

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James L Ellis Sr.

March 26, 1940 - January 13, 2026 (85 years old)

Lexington, Kentucky

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James L Ellis Sr. Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of James L Ellis Sr. of Lexington, Kentucky, who passed away on January 13, 2026, at the age of 85, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Raymond Carlisle and Mary Ellis (Luster); his wife Frances Ellis (Lyons) of Lexington; his brother Robert C. Ellis; and his sons-in-law, Lewis Jones and Chuck Jennette.

He is survived by: his children, Laurie Ellis Jones of Lexington, KY, Angie Dixon (Randy) of Lexington, KY, Betty Sue Jennette of Lexington, KY, Sandy Ellis of Lancaster, KY and James "Jimmy" Ellis Jr. (Susie) of Lexington, KY; his sisters, Betty M. Followell of Boyle County, KY, Rita Pierce (Alan) of Lexington, KY and Darlene Tipton (Donny) of Nicholasville, KY; and his close friend Lois Schlernizauer. He is also survived by ten grandchildren, twenty-five great-grandchildren and one great great grandchild.

Memorials are suggested to be made to Woodford County Animal Shelter, 265 Thomas Ln, Versailles, KY 40383. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family on James's Tribute Wall at http://www.ransdellfuneralchapel.com.

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Jan 19

Visitation

Ransdell Funeral Chapel
345 E Lexington St, Harrodsburg, KY 40330

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Jan 20

Funeral service

Ransdell Funeral Chapel
345 E Lexington St, Harrodsburg, KY 40330

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Jan 20

Burial

Tanyard Taylor-Clarkson Cemetery

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