Daniel Ellis

Daniel Ellis, age 30 of Centerville, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, after a long battle with cancer at his residence on Sunday, January 13, 2013 at 9:20AM. He was born in Hamilton on November 20, 1982 to Rev. Dan and Elsie (Alexander) Ellis. Daniel was employed at Quaker Heights Nursing Home, and had been employed at Golden Lamb Restaurant for 10 years. He enjoyed playing guitar and listening to music; loved to study and read his Bible. Daniel was a wonderful husband and enjoyed spending time with his children and loved being a father.

He is survived by his wife, Christy Ellis, of Centerville; two children, Hannah Ellis and Johnny Ellis; his parents, Rev. Dan and Elsie (Alexander) Ellis, of Hamilton; and two brothers, Shane and Alissa Ellis of Dayton, and Gabe Ellis of Hamilton. He was preceded in death by Rev. Dallas and Geneva Alexander, Rev. C.B. and Dorothy Ellis.

Funeral service will be held at Crestview Church of God, 8350 Butter St. Germantown, OH 45437, on Friday, January 18, 2013 at 12noon with Pastor Darroll Alexander officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Burial Park. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 18, 2013 from 11AM-12noon at the church. The family wishes to express a special thank you to Dr. Albert Malcolm of Middletown, the loving care of Hospice of Dayton, and Shannon Flittner and Lisa Eckley. Memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of Dayton.