~~Barbara Faye O’Neil-Ellis, was born on July 17, 1959 to the proud parents of Archie and Glinell Horace-O’Neil. She was born in Crocket, Texas and started her Christian walk at an early age at Antioch Baptist Church. She received her education in Texas. She attended Stephen F. Austin and got her associate degree as a Dental Hygienist. She then later married her college sweetheart and to this union one child was born.
In 1990, she relocated to Racine, WI. Upon her arrival she joined St. Paul Baptist Church. She worked for Racine Urban Belle in 1991 where she served as a bus driver. In 2007, she became a full time dispatcher, until her health began to fail. In her free time she enjoyed baking and cooking and spending quality time with family and friends.
Barbara, 54, passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2014 at Wheaton Franciscan-All Saints Hospital.
Barbara was preceded in death, her parents, Claude O’Neil (brother), Bobby D (brother), Helen Eaton (aunt), Nodell White (aunt), Ada & Shirley (aunts), Benny and Mary Lee Horace (grandparents). Mark Dewayne O’Neil (nephew), Burke O’Neil (nephew), Early & Verly Horace (uncles), John Horace (uncle).
She leaves to cherish her memories are her daughter Brandi Ellis-Maeweathers (Gervai), Gervai Jr & Nyla (grand-children), Robbie Henderson, Benny (Betty), Nolan (Stella), Nola Clay, Pastor Otis O’Neil (Mary), Bunnie Warren, Lois Marie Harris (Durk). James, Margarett (Milton), Shirley O’Neil, Marta Rodriguez. Host of Nieces and nephews, great nieces, nephews and a very special great nephew Marcel Harris.
To the third floor staff of Wheaton/ ICU and a very special “Thank you” to Nurse Heather for all of your hard work and dedication. Last but not least, her fellow co-workers at Urban Belle System, friends and family.
Barbara Fay Ellis, age 54, passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2014 at Wheaton Franciscan- All Saints Hospital in Racine, WI.
Stacey Moore says
Brandi and Family sorry for your loss.Barbara will be forever missed.Gone but never forgotten.Loving you guys always.
Marta Rodriguez says
I think…
how do I say good bye
How do I make it without you
how do I not cry
and for a moment I stop…
you are the stars
that glisten in the night
the warmth of the sun
shining ever so bright
You are the scent
of flowers ever so sweet
you are truly
what makes us all complete
for truly
it is our hearts you have touched
and we will all
miss you so very much
and for a moment I stop…
Today we rejoice
as you watch from above
as we gather to show
how much you are loved
I will miss you Miss Ellis and I will try to make this a beautiful day I can’t promise I won’t cry hey you’re my sister and a piece of my heart went with you…I can’t fill your shoes but I will try to be strong for the family Love you Barb
Markida Jedkins says
To Brandi and the family, I pray that God comforts you and give you the strength you’ll need to get through this tough time! I’m so sorry for your loss. Love you!
Tankia Thompson says
My heart goes out to the family, Brandi,Jackie,Marcell your in my prayers
Dorothy A Jackson says
My dear friend gone way too soon,but when God calls we all must answer& U did!U got ur wings,An Angel watchin’over ur Brandi&grandbabies! Rest In Paradise Barb bcuz U’ll tuly be missed my “FRIEND”! I LOVE U& MISS U.Love U,Dott,Nikki,Jessica&Sa’Niyah Jackson
Daris J Hodges says
My sincerest sympathy is extended to the Ellis family during your time of grief. May God give all of the faith and strength you’ll need to endure during these trying times. God bless you all.
Tesha and Joshua Alexander and Family says
May God’s Love and Peace comfort your hearts at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Tesha, Josh, Kolby, Jayla, and Christopher
Jason and Theresa Leal says
We will miss Barb’s smile, laugh and great personality. She was such a kind person always asking how everyone in our family was doing. She will always be missed but never forgotten. We love you Barb. Your family will always be in our prayers.
Lillie Mullen says
Barbara will alway and forever hold a spot in my heart. I will never forget her. May God bless this family.
Glorious Goldsmith-Hicks and Family says
The Goldsmith-Hicks family share in your sorrow of the loss of your loved one. May God bless and keep you is our prayer.
anon says
It’s been many years but I still think about Barb a lot. I worked with her at the bus company. Such a sweetheart. One of the most genuine and nicest persons I’ve ever met. Love and miss ya, Barb.