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Tellus M. Ellis

Apr 18, 1980 – Oct 14, 2020

Service Details

A Celebration of His Life will be held on Friday, October 23, 2020 5:00pm in the Chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home. Visitation will be in the chapel from 4:00pm until the time of service.

In accordance with Racine County mandate, only 50 people will be allowed to enter the funeral home at a time.  You may be required to wait outside until others leave the building.  For the safety and security of our guests we also require those in attendance to wear a face covering.  We thank everyone for their understanding and cooperation during this difficult time. 

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Racine, WI –

Tellus Maric Ellis was born on April 18, 1980 to Annette McGee and the late Albert Ellis in Batesville, Mississippi. Tellus received his formal education in the Racine Unified Schools system, graduating from Horlick High School.

 

Tellus accepted Christ as his Savior at an early age and was united with North Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church in Taylor. MS, he later joined Full Gospel Church in Racine, WI under the leadership of Apostle John Williams. In his leisure time Tellus enjoyed sports. During his younger years he played basketball and football. He enjoyed cooking out and didn’t need a special occasion to start up the grill. Tellus loved his family and friends. He had a heart of gold and he was an old soul.  He didn’t mind lending a listening ear, sitting down for talks or giving a helping hand to anyone who needed him.  Tellus loved spending time with his family any chance he could.

 Tellus Maric Ellis passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2020. He leaves to cherish his precious memories; his sons Solomon Ellis and Carson Weller both of Racine, WI; his mother Annette McGee of Racine, WI; his brother Edward House of Batesville, MS; his sisters Catina Jackson of Memphis, TN, Pamela McGee and LaKazia Ellis both of Racine, WI; his grandparents Miller and Mary Backstrom of Joliet, IL as well as a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.  Tellus was preceded in death by his grandmother Josephine Fondren; grandfathers John Earl Jones and Thomas Ellis and his godson Tyrese West.

A Celebration of His Life will be held on Friday, October 23, 2020 5:00pm in the Chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home. Visitation will be in the chapel from 4:00pm until the time of service. Please see the funeral home website for his full obituary.

In accordance with Racine County mandate, only 50 people will be allowed to enter the funeral home at a time.  You may be required to wait outside until others leave the building.  For the safety and security of our guests we also require those in attendance to wear a face covering.  We thank everyone for their understanding and cooperation during this difficult time. 

Guestbook Entries

  2. Shenita Whitnell says

    My heart hurts so bad ! I thank God for the years he allowed you to be apart of my life! I love you Tellus and now you can RIp❤️

  3. Michael Simpsom says

    My condolences to your family during your time of need. May his transition be one the family can bare. On behalf of the Simpson family we understand and are praying for you.

  4. Jamie Cook says

    My Ace in the hole! I will always miss you, I will always love you, I will always remember you!! Till I see you again, tell Grandma we love and miss her and I’m excited to know she’s their to welcome you!

    May God receive you!

  5. Brenda petty says

    I STILL CANT BELIEVE THAT THIS IS REALLY HAPPENED KEEPING THE FAMILY LIFTED IN PRAYER MAN I LOVE YOU ..
    .FOREVER IN OUR ❤

  6. Gwendolyn Grant says

    Rest on love, gone to soon but, never will be forgotten! Love you Tellus (North) Ellis ❤️❤️😢😢

  8. Robin Shaw says

    I’m still in disbelief! I’m at a loss for words. Praying for strength and understanding for the family. Shun I’m here if you need anything ❤. Rest easy Tellus !

  9. Tiffany Grant says

    This is unbelievable. My condolences goes out to momma Annette and my sisters Pam and Shun. Love y’all, praying for y’all and continued strength and love.
    Love you lol bro. Rest In Peace ❤️

  10. Moomoo Bell says

    Man homie I’m still lost for words. All your encouraging words u filled me with throughout these years will never be forgotten. Rest up

  11. Gail Backstrom-Tillman says

    Tellus, Words can not I express the pain I feel. I remember you coming into this world. You was such a happy baby.. And you grew up to an Adult you was the same way. Baby, you will be deeply missed. I LOVE you dearly Nephew.

  12. Poochie walton says

    My prayers go out to your family and everyone who knew you. Rest in heaven cuz we love you.

  14. Cardell G. says

    We shared some really good and memorable times growing up but I’d like to let you know there’s nothing but love bruh. One of the coolest guys in the North. Truly missed. Rest easy brotha. 💯

  17. Wileen (Sceet) Sims says

    My deepest sympathies to the family. My God’s strength keep you in this time of sorrow. I love you all.

  18. Trudy Moore says

    You’ll always be family in my heart… I’m so sorry… you will be so missed. We’ll never forget you, and looking at your son Solomon every day we will still see yours.

  20. Robert White says

    My last words to a real soldier would be, Tellus, I always respected how you carried yoself as a humble soul… You was a gentle giant yet, you was frontline ready!!! God just needed you more than we did… I pray that your family finds peace of mind throughout this new journey in their time of darkness… God just upgraded his army…. RIP KING!!

  21. Aimee Lipke says

    Im very sorry for your family’s loss. I personally didnt have the honor of meeting Mr. Ellis but Im friends with Becky McGregor. So Im very sorry your son lost his father they really look alike. Rip.

  24. Pastor & Evg. Larry / Wylinda Brown says

    We are sorry for the loss of your son. You have our deepest sympathy and prayers that God will comfort your heart and family.

  26. Renita Crawford says

    This is a hard hit to a lot of hearts..I’m still in disbelief..rest on Brother ❤❤🙏🏾🙏🏾

  27. Joe Ballentine Ellis says

    Take your Rest Nephew. 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

  28. MeShawn Gardner says

    My condolences to the family, praying for comfort and peace. He was a kind soul and he was always a respectful gentlemen. RIP

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December 1, 2023

My siblings and I recently had the unfortunate experience of having to plan a funeral for our beloved mother – Juana Munoz. During this difficult time, we were fortunate enough to come across a funeral home that truly went above and beyond what was expected. Their attention to detail and dedication to ensuring our comfort and safety throughout the entire process was truly remarkable. From the moment we stepped foot into the funeral home, we were greeted with warmth and compassion. The staff members, but specifically Mark was incredibly understanding and empathetic, making us feel at ease during such a challenging time. Mark took the time to listen to our needs and wishes, and his guidance and support were invaluable. One aspect that truly stood out was Mark’s meticulous attention to detail. He paid close attention to every aspect of the funeral arrangements, ensuring that nothing was overlooked. From the floral arrangements to the music selection, every detail was carefully considered and executed flawlessly. Mark even noticed that the temperature in the room was getting warm and promptly adjusted it to ensure our comfort. What impressed me the most was their commitment to our safety. Mark and his team took every precaution to ensure that our family and guests were protected throughout the entire process. From the funeral home to the cemetery, Mark made sure that all safety measures were in place, including providing hand sanitizers, and even arranging for additional staff members to assist with crowd control. Furthermore, Mark’s professionalism and organization was evident in every aspect of the funeral service. He coordinated seamlessly with the cemetery staff, ensuring a smooth transition from the funeral home to the final resting place. Their attention to detail and commitment to excellence truly made a difference in our overall experience. In addition to their exceptional service, the funeral home also provided us with resources and support beyond the funeral itself. They offered grief counseling services and connected us with local support groups, which proved to be invaluable during our grieving process. Overall, we cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional service provided by Mark, and broader, Draeger Langendorf team. Their attention to detail, commitment to our safety, and genuine compassion made a difficult time a little more bearable. I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of funeral arrangements, as they truly go above and beyond to ensure that every detail is taken care of and that families are supported throughout . the entire process. – Epifanio and The Munoz Family

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