Ellis Wilson

October 12, 1939 — December 9, 2025

Ellis was born October 12, 1939, at Lamar, to Claude and Hazel (Nelson) Wilson and passed away December 9, 202,5 at the Weisbrod Health Care Center in Eads with his family by his side at the age of 86.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Jean (Proett) Wilson, and his parents.

Ellis is survived by his children, Glenn (Jona) Wilson of Bristol, and Susan (Doug) Hansen of Holly; grandchildren, Emily (Gilbert) Cruz, Hunter (Morgyn) Wilson, Evan Wilson and Christine (Gabe) Beard. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren, Tecla, Roan, Stormi, Ellis, Zander and Sophie; siblings, Iris (Arlen) Johnson and Ellen Ybarra; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other family and a host of friends.

A graveside service for Ellis Wilson will be held December 17, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at the Sunnyslope Cemetery in Bristol with Ian Blacker officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Lamar Animal Shelter, with checks made out the Lamar Police Department either direct or in care of the funeral home office.

Arrangements are under the direction of Peacock Funeral Home.