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Robert Clarence Ellis

Robert (Bob) C. Ellis, 82, 0f Rogers passed away Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at Jamestown Nursing Home and Rehab. He was born February 12, 1934 in Des Moines, Iowa to Clarence and Gladys Regnet Ellis. Bob graduated from East High School and attended Drake University. He proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War, and also served in the National Guard while living in Iowa. Bob married the love of his life, Dorothy M. Ellis and they had 40 wonderful years together before she passed away on October 15, 2010. After 20 years of driving for Flynn Dairy, Bob retired. Then he worked with the Des Moines Public Schools system for over 23 years. After retiring to Rogers, he and his wife, Dorothy ushered at all the sports activities at the University of Arkansas for 21 years. He also volunteered and served the patients at Circle of Life Hospice and Highlands Oncology for two years until he became ill. Bob was a member of Peace Lutheran Church where he received his "Stephen Ministry" certificate. He is preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife, Dorothy and one brother, Dan Ellis. Bob is survived by his family and good friends. A visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until noon, Monday, October 10, 2016 at Stockdale-Moody Funeral Services, 2898 W. Walnut, Rogers, Ark. 72756. At noon we will proceed to Rogers City Cemetery for a graveside service with Pastor James Longmate officiating and full military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude's Children Hospital. Arrangements have been entrusted to Stockdale-Moody Funeral Services in Rogers. Online condolences may be made to stockdalefuneral.com.

Published October 7, 2016

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