Jimmie Lee Ellis, 64, of Springfield, passed away on Saturday, December 1, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. Jim was born in North Carolina on May 7, 1954, the son of the late Judge and Eula Mae (Joyner) Ellis. Jim proudly served our country in the United States Army. He was also predeceased by four brothers, James (Buddy), Ernest, Chris Thomas, and Calvin. Jim is survived by his devoted daughter Kimberlee Ellis (Greg Brantley), and their son Gregory Brantley, Jr., all of Coconut Creek, FL., his former wife Bonnie (Bisineri) Ellis of Springfield, and four brothers Joseph, JC (Carol), Zachary (Darlene), and Tony (Pam), and a sister Hattie Marie Ellis of North Carolina. He also leaves many nieces and nephews to cherish his memories. The memories of him are gently left behind to comfort family and friends. We love you and will cherish our time with you. The family would like to extend their gratitude to nurses Cheryl and Kim of Baystate Medical Center for their compassion and attentiveness during this difficult time. Family and friends will gather and remember Jim on Thursday, December 6, 2018 from 11am-12noon at the Byron Keenan Funeral Home and Cremation Tribute Center, 1858 Allen Street, Springfield, MA, 01118. Burial and military honors will follow in the Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 1390 Main Street, Agawam, MA. Please visit

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