This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Thomas Ellis, 44, born on December 25, 1971 and passed away on September 9, 2016. We will remember him forever.
Tributes
Leave a tributeWe miss you so much. It's been 3 months since you left to be with God, and I still expect to hear your voice and see your beautiful smile. Your birthday is in 12 days. We're wondering what to do with your ashes. Guess we can release them down at the riverside for the fishing trip we never had the chance to take. We love you Son, see you in paradise.
I've struggled with what to say... How to say it... and when.
There are so many memories. So many laughs. So many private jokes that I could never explain to another person, because it just wouldn't be as funny...
I picked up my phone to text you , yesterday. I can't even remember the reason why. I was so used to to having you right there. A phone call away. Whether it was to talk about the kids, or new music, or just to talk mess - you were there. For nearly 10 years, you were my sidekick. The thorn in my side. The pep in my step. The reason I smiled, and OMG the reason I frowned (I have the wrinkles to prove it). You beat soooo many odds... proved so many wrong... graciously, respectfully and humbly.
You stepped into an instant family and immediately became the father figure to a 6 and 8 year old. You never tried to take their dad's place, but encouraged them to have a relationship with their dad. You always kept God first and taught the kids to do the same. They still, to this day, say your prayer at every meal. It was sometimes rocky - this parenting thang ain't ever been easy. But we did it. And when we disagreed, we prayed about it.
I'm thankful that I get to see a little bit more of you every day in McKenzie. As much as I'd like to think that she got her intelligence, hustle and drive from me, I know it was all from you. (I'll be responsible for her good looks, deal?)
Even though we both moved on, we remained the best of friends. We spoke often. Texted frequently. And you allowed me to whip your butt in Words With Friends for months on end. It's crazy... it's your turn, and I'm still waiting on you to play. Sigh.... this will never be easy.
I'll miss you, Big Guy.
Love always,
"Meek"
Leave a Tribute
We miss you so much. It's been 3 months since you left to be with God, and I still expect to hear your voice and see your beautiful smile. Your birthday is in 12 days. We're wondering what to do with your ashes. Guess we can release them down at the riverside for the fishing trip we never had the chance to take. We love you Son, see you in paradise.
I've known Thomas since I was 8 years old and during that time I can honestly say that he was a man that I could look towards for advice and so much more when in need. Especially a hug. He was a second father to me and I appreciate every single thing over the years. Everything wasn't always sweet but at the end of the day I'm glad to have had him in our lives. If it wasn't for him, I wouldn't have my beautiful little sister McKenzie Ellis who I adore more than she'll ever know. I wouldn't listen to a lot of music that I listen to on a daily basis if it wasn't for him. He put me up on so much music (Even though he thought Notorious BIG was better than Pac and we'll always disagree on that lol). It will always be a piece of you in my heart Tommy, I just wish that my son Kareem could've been able to meet you. That would've been beautiful. I thank God for letting you be in my life for 12 years and those years I will always cherish. I love you always, and I'll see you on the other side. - Lex Boggy <3
My Big Brubber
My Big Brubber Tommy Jr (what I called him when I was four) helped shape my early interest. I wanted to be able to do everything that he did and I thought that he was the best at everything. In my eyes Delcastle Football couldn't be defeated and there wasn't another man in the state that could throw the shot put and discus further. I just knew that he would be in the NFL or the Olympics one day. He bought me first hip hop tape ( A Tribe Called Quest Midnight Marauders) and my first comics.(Justice League, Batman, Amazing Spiderman). He was larger than life to me and I miss him so much already.