Russell Ellis

January 29, 1946 - July 31, 2020

Russell Ellis, age 74, passed away due to on-going health issues on July 31, 2020 at his home in Bertha, MN. Russell Raymond Ellis was born to LeRoy and Joyce (Baker) Ellis on January 29, 1946 in Brainerd, MN. Russ was united in marriage with Judy Seibert on January 31, 1970. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam War until his honorable discharge. He owned and operated the Bertha Laundromat and Wadena Cleaners. Hours away from work found Russ gardening, learning something new, and in later years, playing with his grandkids. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). Russ was preceded in death by his parents LeRoy and Joyce; son Matthew; and brother Michael. Left with loving memories are his wife, Judy; children Loretta (Bob) Coon, Russell (Mindy) Ellis, Marlene (Ryan) Buising, Chester (Jessie) Ellis, Robin (Sean) Branney and Cecelia (Dan) Ritskowitz; 10 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren; along with seven brothers and sisters. Inurnment will be held at a later date in the Minnesota Veterans Cemetery, Camp Ripley, near Little Falls, MN. At the family's request, no local services will be held.