George Ellis Short's obituary , Passed away on May 3, 2025 in Platte City, Missouri

George Ellis Short

February 5, 1934 - May 3, 2025 (91 years old)

Platte City, Missouri

George Ellis Short's obituary , Passed away on May 3, 2025 in Platte City, Missouri

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cremation Society of Kansas and Missouri

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George Ellis Short

February 5, 1934 - May 3, 2025 (91 years old)

Platte City, Missouri

George Ellis Short Obituary

In loving memory of George Ellis Short of Platte City, Missouri, who departed this world on May 3, 2025 at the age of 91. George Ellis leaves behind a legacy remembered by 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 wife Sharon; his parents, Donald and Gail; and his brother Jack Short. He is survived by: his sons, Trevor Short (Marcie) of Platte City, MO, Ross Short (Lauren) of Prairie Village, KS and Patrick Short (Mindy) of Wichita, KS; his grandchildren, Mallory Arens (William), Drake Short, Morgan Short, Wyatt Short and Margaret Short; his great grandchildren, Thayne and Tatum Arens; his siblings, Lyndon Short (Mary) and Donna Gardner; and his sister-in-law Eunice Hagaman of Lincoln, NE. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hillcrest Platte County Thrift Shop in Platte City, Missouri, where George and Sharon dedicated many hours volunteering, at the following link: https://hillcrestplatte.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cremation Society of Kansas and Missouri



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