Early Ellis Jr. Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Early Ellis Jr. of Memphis, Tennessee is shared. Early, born on July 13, 1952, passed away on October 1, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Early will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around them. Friends and family will honor Early by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence they had in their lives. Though Early is no longer present, the bonds they created and the experiences shared will endure. Early’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew them.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 12th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Tuesday, October 13th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. A celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, October 13th 2026 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Greater St Paul Baptist Church (1557 E Raines Rd, Memphis, TN 38116). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 13th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM at the West Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery (4000 Forest Hill Irene Rd, Memphis, TN 38125).
