James Dwayne

Ellis

James Dwayne Ellis of Murfreesboro, TN, formerly of Centerville, MO, son of James O. Ellis and the late Norma Bowles Emily was born in Centerville, MO, on March 22, 1957. He departed this life at his residence on February 7, 2010, having attained the age of 52 years, 10 months and 16 days.

Wayne loved spending time outdoors and going to drag races. His greatest joy was spending time with his faithful and loving dog, Nicki.

Wayne was preceded in death by his mother and step-father, Norma and Art Emily and a nephew, Nick Pitts.

Wayne is survived by his father and step-mother, James and Jane of Edger Springs, MO, five brothers, Steve Ellis and wife Lynn of Scottsboro, AL, Mike Payton of Huntsville, AL, Kenny Payton and wife Debbie of Kelso, TN, James D. Ellis and wife Shawna of Salem, MO, Travis Ellis and wife Kelly of Searcy, AR, three sisters, Verena Morris of Huntsville, AL, Terri Ellis of Salem, MO, and Toni Parsons of Springfield, MO. Dwayne is also survived by 19 nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives who will deeply mourn his passing.

Visitation: Saturday, 1:00 P.M.

Funeral Services: Saturday, February 13, 2010 at 3:00 P.M.

McSpadden Funeral Home, Bunker, MO

Minister: Pastor Larry Usher

Burial: Centerville City Cemetery

Pallbearers: Steve Ellis, Kenny Payton, Mike Payton, Travis Payton, Steve Ellis Jr., Roger Ferguson, James D. Ellis, Andy Gromer and Allen M. Gromer.

Arrangements by McSpadden Funeral Homes, Inc. Bunker, MO