CLARENCE H. ELLIS

Clarence H. Ellis, 90 years young, peacefully completed his journey in this world on November 30th, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 60 years, Margaret (Shanks) Ellis; Daughter, Theresa Allen; Son, David Ellis; Son-in-Law’s Terry Allen and Steve Foster and Grandson, Jesse Foster.

Clarence is survived by Daughter, Vicki Foster and husband, Charlie Blair; daughter-in-law, Teresa (Arwood) Ellis; grandsons, Steve Foster Jr. and Brandon Allen; granddaughters Brandi (Allen) Christopher and Husband Michael, Emily and Erin Ellis; great grandchildren, Miles, Jameson and Eva Foster.

Clarence was the youngest of five children born to Magruder and Pearl (Poore) Ellis in Wise, VA. Nicknamed Tonsie, he graduated from Wise High and enlisted in the US Army, proudly serving in Korea from 1951-1953. After discharge, Clarence and Margaret “Maggie” moved to Cleveland, Ohio and had three children. In 1966 the family relocated to Maryville, TN where he started a successful painting business that became Ellis and Son’s Painting for over 40 years.

He will be remembered as “Pa” to most everyone in Blount County and will be forever missed for his gentle soul and caring heart. By his request, there will be no service but his family hopes that everyone who crossed his path will keep fond memories of this amazing man in their heart.

Our family would like to thank the caring and kind staff of the Morning View Transitional Center for their support and love through his final days.