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Curtis Ellis Obituary
Ellis Sr., Curtis Nathaniel August 18, 2927 - March 31, 2010. Former businessman, public accountant, restaurantuer, real estate investor and better known as bookstore owner specializing in African-American Literature has made his transition. Mr. Ellis grew up in Chicago, IL and graduated from Willard Elementary and DuSable High (Class of Jan. 1945) Schools. He spent time at Wilson Jr. College and Roosevelt Univeristy. As a Veteran of the U.S. Army, Mr. Ellis served duty for this country from 12-3-45 to 12-15-46. Mr. Ellis is survived by his wife Della, former wife Josephine, son Curtis, daughter Diane and brothers Morris, Jimmy and Fred. Services A.A. Rayner Funeral Home, 318 E. 71st St., ph. 773-846-6133. Visitation April 6th, Tuesday 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wake/funeral April 7th, Wednesday 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Interment Lincoln Cemetery. 
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April 20, 2010
We just , today, read the article of Curtis's transition and transition it is because Curtis had such tenacity in all of the ventures he undertook, so we know his books on African American literature and education will be a big part o his "life on the other side". I remember that Diane was one of the " babies" of our Saturday afternoon bridge club, with Barbara, Janet, Peggy, Lorraine, Leanna . Only as I type these names that I realize that I am the only left. from that group. Diane, continue to "blow your horn" to to demonstrate the legacy and talent of you very talented family. May GOD be with all of you.
Jean & Clarence (Woody)) Woodruff
Richard Duncan
April 7, 2010
As a former neighbor (6926 S. Bennett) and friend, I'll certainly remember Curtis fondly. Through Curtis I met his family and siblings. Wow, what a lineage!
Thanks for making this world a little better than you found it.
Lorene Burish
April 6, 2010
We owe God, who continuosly blesses us with great people,that continuosly bless us with great people Like Mr. Ellis SR.,Diane Ellis and all of her children, all the glory!
Mike & Bev Murry
April 5, 2010
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
April 5, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We wish we could be there for you in your time of sorrow. You all are in our prayers. Hampton and Jennifer Murry
HENRY MURRY
April 5, 2010
A precious one from us has gone. A voice we loved is stilled, A place vacant in our hearts-Which never can be filled. And after a lonely heartache and many a silent tear, but always a beautiful memory of one we love so dear.
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