Preceded in Death by: Parents: William Ernest Blanton, Jr. & Muriel Haven Brother: William "Bill" Blanton Children: Jeffrey Lyn Ellis Survived By: Husband of 52 Years Gilbert Ellis, Jr. Children: Ron & Wife Missy Ellis Grand children: Brandi Ellis & Husband Mike Prestwood, Ashley & Husband Jeff Morgan, Stacey & Husband Brandon Davidson, Trenton Ellis, Josh Ellis, Jon Ellis Great Grand Children: Tristan, Tennyson, Ruby and Lincoln Numerous Nieces, Nephews & Loving Friends