She was a homemaker and a farmer, a member of the Bethel Missionary Baptist Church and was a very loving wife, mother, grandmother, neighbor and friend. Thelma was the widow of Cecil Ellis and was also preceded in death her daughter, Margaret Anne Ellis and a sister, Doris Tanner.
Survivors include one son, Raymond Royce Ellis and wife Margie of Lake Village, AR; three grandchildren, Kristi Best and Tommy of Hermitage, AR, Anita Endsley and husband, Keith of Oklahoma City, OK and James Alan Newton of Montgomery, AL; four great-grandchildren, Ashley, Matthew, Selby and J.T. and numerous other relatives and friends.
Condolences(20)
Shannon Fleming
Hattiesburg, MS Thursday, November 7, 2013 Ms. Thelma was a sweet, kind lady who was loved by countless people. She made a T Shirt quilt for my fiancé daughter during her freshman year of college and it reminder her of home everyday. She lived a rich and wonderful life.Carolyn Shockley Donaldson
Tillar, AR Wednesday, November 6, 2013 Royce and Margie,I just read about Mrs. Thelma. Larry and I would certainly
have visited with you on Friday night if I would just read
the news more often. I know that she is better off with our
Lord but the loss for you is still heavy on your heart. You
were blessed to have been able to have her with you for
so many years. Our prayers are with you and we
hope to see you soon. God bless.
Larry and Carolyn Donaldson
Michelle Davis
Monticello, AR Sunday, November 3, 2013 Dearest Royce and Margie, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Ive loved your family a long time and Ms Thelma was always such a loving petson. May God fill your needs during this time. Love always, MichelleVicky Lasiter
Warren, AR Friday, November 1, 2013 I am so sorry for your lose. Mrs Thelma was a very special lady to me and she will always hold a place in my heart. May GOD hold you close and give you peace during this hard time.Janice McAllister
Hot Springs Village, AR Friday, November 1, 2013 Ms. Thelma was such a wonderful and loving lady, respected and loved by all. God gave us a true friend and we all were blessed by her presence. This angel is now with her Lord and Savior in heaven. My prayers are with you. May you all be surrounded by God's loving arms to give you peace and comfort in your loss. Always remember Ms. Thelma left a great legacy. With love & sympathy, Janice Gladden McAllisterGail Kizer
Collins, AR Friday, November 1, 2013 "Miss" Thelma was such a sweet lady with a great sense of humor. She was also a very talented person. She will certainly be missed by many. My condolences to the family.Brandy VanDee
Monticello, AR Friday, November 1, 2013 I'm so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful lady she was!Barbara Burks McElroy
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 31, 2013 To the family, i just want you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers.Anne Hiebsch
Hamburg, AR Thursday, October 31, 2013 Royce and Margie, and family, She was a very special lady to me and everyone that knew her. I'll miss very much. She is my rock. I Loved her very much. We know she is in heaven, God Bless you all. Love Anne HiebschKay Crook
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 31, 2013 Mrs. Thelma was such a sweet lady. My nephew always said what ever Ms. Thelma planted or made, his mother had to do the same. Reba and her family sure thought a lot of her. Praying for you all.Caleb Eubanks
Russellville, AR Thursday, October 31, 2013 What a day it's been as she has met her maker and is walking the streets of gold. Ms. Thelma will be greatly missed.Tina Williams
Wilmar, AR Thursday, October 31, 2013 She will be missed so much.Sue Hutton
lake village, AR Thursday, October 31, 2013 We send our prayers and love out to the family during this difficult time. Heaven has gained another Angel. Ms. Thelma was such a sweet person! Such a quick witt and sense of humor, heart of gold, never met a stranger and always putting someone elses needs before her own. We will truly miss her! With love, Kevin and Sue...SUSIE CHADWICK
WILMAR, AR Thursday, October 31, 2013 I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MS. THELMA. SHE WAS SUCH A REMARKABLE AND TALENTED LADY AND WILL BE MISSED BY ALL. GOD HAS RECEIVED AND BEAUTIFUL ANGEL IN HER NEW HEAVENLY HOME.Jim Glennon
Wilmar, AR Thursday, October 31, 2013 A wonderful lady, she will be greatly missed by many.Wanda White Crockett and Ronnie Crockett
Possum Valley, AR Thursday, October 31, 2013 Royce & Margie, Your Mom has been in our prayers constantly this week. I know that she's walking the streets of Heaven this morning, praising Jesus and enjoying seeing all those who've gone before her. She was my friend, a mentor, a very very special person. I've NEVER heard her say one negative thing about anyone or anything, and that's saying a lot about her character and the beautiful person she was. I've also never heard her complain. We loved her, respected her and will miss her greatly in the Valley.James & Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Wednesday, October 30, 2013 Sympathy to the family. Miss Thelma was a great lady and will be greatly missed. You are in our prayers.karen brown
paragould, AR Wednesday, October 30, 2013 Royce and Marg. Sincere condolences for your loss. She was a most beloved lady and many many people will miss her. Just know that I am thinking of you at this time.Christi Pennington and Pauline Ozment
Hermitage, AR Wednesday, October 30, 2013 Mrs. Thelma was a very sweet and kind lady who always had a smile on her face. She will be missed. Our prayers are with your family.Dan & Gloria Simpson
Wilmar, AR Wednesday, October 30, 2013 A wonderful lady. She will be missed!