July 15, 1954 – January 17, 2021
On January 17, 2021, Edward Paul Ellis, caring husband, father, grandfather and brother passed away at the age of sixty-six. Paul, as he was known to most was born on July 15, 1954, in Opelousas, LA to Bennie and Henry (Jr) Ellis. He worked for Dupre Transport for thirty-six years and just recently retired. He married Brinda on May 22, 1991. They raised seven children. Five sons and two daughters together. Paul had a passion for fishing, camping, riding his motorcycle and riding horses. He enjoyed working on vehicles and building cabinetry. He had so much knowledge that he was always willing to share. He loved spending time with his family and planning for future vacations with his wife, sister (Wanda) and brother in law (Randy). He was known for his gentle bullying of the people he loved the most. Even when he was picking on family and friends, everyone knew where they stood with him and that he would do anything to help anyone at any time. Paul was preceded in death by his Father, Henry (JR), and his mother, Bennie. Also, two of his siblings Charles Wayne Ellis and Glenda Downs. He is survived by his wife, Brinda Ryder Ellis, his seven children and their spouses; Michael (Tracy), Travis (Suzette), Paul Jr. (Deanne), Chris (Maggie), Ashley (Jeremy), Kimberly (Nick) and Joshua (Dystiny). He is also survived by his nine remaining siblings and their spouses, Wanda & Randy Lanclos, Brenda Johnson, Norma Jean & Jeff Broussard, Glenn ”Doc” Ellis, Jimmy & Julie Ellis, Billy & Debbie Ellis, Leroy & Jami Ellis, John Lee & Jodi Ellis, Nolan Wayne & Terrie Ellis. Numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and his favorites of all, his 23 Grandkids and 1 Great Grandchild. Thank you to all the Doctors and nurses at Our Lady of the Lake hospital in Baton Rouge, LA, for all they did to help and be with him over his last days. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 19, 2021, between 1-4 pm at Seale Funeral Home in Denham Springs, Louisiana.
19 comments
Ada
January 20, 2021 at 1:18 am
We are so sorry for your lost . Paul will be missed by all
Wendy (Boo)
January 20, 2021 at 12:09 am
Much love and prayers for all the family. Im so thankful for the quick moment we got to say hello at my dads memorial service! Our sincere condolences. ~~Wendy & Andre Lanclos
Debbie and Rene' @ Centurion Auto Recovery
January 19, 2021 at 10:42 pm
May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Linda Holiday
January 19, 2021 at 5:01 pm
Brinda, I’m keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Dawn Mathis
January 19, 2021 at 4:11 pm
It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that I leave my condolences. You were a wonderful man and a great uncle. You were always so willing to give up your free time to help those of us in need no matter the day or time. Your kindness, generosity and love will live on through each and every one of us that hold your memory close to our hearts. You are and always will be loved. May you find peace and comfort in your new home in Heaven and watch over your family to provide them strength for the days to come.
“A family is a circle of love, not broken by a loss, but made stronger by the memories. We are forever blessed that God connected us to you.”
With Love,
Wanda Lanclos
January 24, 2021 at 5:08 pm
So beautiful Dawn thank you do much for the beautiful and kind words you described my brother he will be missed he was our Rock. Love you sweetie.
Albertha Hubchen
January 19, 2021 at 3:26 pm
Sending prayers to you Michael and your family. He’s in a better place, no more pain and suffering.🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Monika and Felton Harper
January 19, 2021 at 1:59 pm
Praying that God sends comfort as you all go through this time of great sadness.
John Woodard
January 19, 2021 at 10:38 am
Just a good man. He will be missed.
Sherry Soileau Williams
January 19, 2021 at 4:58 am
I’m so sorry for your loss. I am praying for your family.
Mark Bihm
January 19, 2021 at 2:29 am
Our deepest condolences to the entire family. I know he will be missed and remember by many. May he Rest In Peace.
Sincerely,
Mark Bihm and Family
Jeffrey Wascome
January 19, 2021 at 2:11 am
So sorry and prays for family
jim walley
January 19, 2021 at 1:14 am
My prayers for paul in his journey to heaven and prayers for his family that he left here on earth and especially for his wife Brinda……
Darhonda bell
January 18, 2021 at 11:59 pm
My condolences to Micheal and family my prayers are with you guys❤
Kelli Bennett
January 18, 2021 at 11:34 pm
Thank you for you’re selfish love that she gave to me and my children. There’s not a day that goes by that we won’t think of you. Thank you for being an amazing poawpaw to my children. I will think of you each and every time I fix plates LOL only you know what that means. Thank you for taking me in at such a young age and loving me unconditionally you will never be forgotten. Rest easy. Tell my mom hi and I love her. Until we meet again
Margaret Arnold
January 18, 2021 at 8:58 pm
God needed another angel so he called you. Paul it was a privilege and joy to have known you. With sadness in our hearts you will be missed. But the joyous singing an trumpets have welcomed you home. Rest In Peace old friend. Our prayers and thoughts will be with Brinda and the kids.
Teresa Ellis
January 18, 2021 at 8:07 pm
Heaven gained another angle may god bless ms Brinda he will be greatly missed and loved by so many love you brinda if you need we are here
Gayla Higginbotham
January 18, 2021 at 6:52 pm
Im so sorry. Im praying continuously for you all. Such a great man with a great family. In the short 6 yrs of knowing him & Ms Brinda the main thing I learned is they both have such a big heart & would do anything for anybody. They are amazing parents & grandparents. Mr Paul is loved & is already missed by so many. Ms Brinda know I will always be here for you. Josh & Dystiny yall know Im always just a phone call away. Love you all.
Crystal Guillory
January 18, 2021 at 6:40 pm
Fly High My Sweet Angel. I love you to the moon and back. I miss you already. The weekends won’t be the same without you… I love you Uncle Paul
Love Always
Crystal