Obituary of John R. Ellis, Jr.

John R. “Jack” Ellis, Jr., age 58, of Briarcliffe, PA, formerly of Brookhaven, PA, died peacefully on Thursday, March 28, 2019 in his home. Jack was a graduate of St. James High School, Class of 1978 and then attended Penn State University.  Jack was employed as a Refinery Carpenter with Philadelphia Energy Solution for 10 years.  Jack was a lifelong Philadelphia Sports Fan and truly enjoyed the Eagles winning Superbowl LII.  He also was a devoted fan of Penn State Football.  Most of all, Jack’s life was his family, and he cherished spending time together.

Brother of the late Timothy Ellis.

Survivors:

Son: John (Patty) Ellis, III of Wilmington, DE.

Grandson: John IV, and expecting a second grandson, Thomas Jay, in June

Parents: John and Lynn Ellis, Sr.

Sisters: Kathy (Howard) Johnson and Debbie Brooks

Also survived by nieces, nephews and 3 special great nieces.

Visitation: Friday, April 5th from 6:30-8:30PM and Saturday, April 6^th after 9:30AM at Minshall Shropshire-Bleyler Funeral Home, Ltd., Middletown (Rte. #352) & Knowlton Rds., Middletown Twp., Media, PA 19063.

Funeral Service: Saturday, April 6^th at 10:30AM at Minshall Shropshire-Bleyler Funeral Home, Ltd., Middletown (Rte. #352) & Knowlton Rds., Middletown Twp., Media, PA 19063.

Interment: West Laurel Hill Cemetery.