Kevin Ellis

February 22, 1962 - February 7, 2019

Kevin Ellis, 56, of Oskaloosa, died Thursday, February 7, 2019, at his home in Oskaloosa. He was born February 22, 1962, in Oskaloosa the son of Willard and Naomi Faulkner Ellis. Growing up he was involved in Boy Scouts troop 71. Kevin attended Oskaloosa High School and enjoyed playing in the marching band before graduating in 1980. Following high school Kevin worked various places in and around Oskaloosa, until ill health forced his retirement. He enjoyed the outdoors especially hunting and fishing. He looked forward to hunting morel mushrooms every spring. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR. Kevin was very caring and was willing to help anyone in need. His family includes his aunts, uncles, cousins, his nephew, Craig Bahnsen and his niece, Jennifer Kokke. Kevin is also survived by his close friends, Mike, Gene and Dick. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Keith Ellis; and his sister, Karen Ellis. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, February 23, 2019 at 11:00 AM at the Bates Funeral Chapel in Oskaloosa with Reverend Bruce Wittern officiating. As was Kevin's wish his body has been cremated. Burial of the urn will be in the Forest Cemetery in Oskaloosa at a later date. Arrangements are by the Bates Funeral Chapel. Visitation will begin Saturday, February 23, 2019, at 9:00 AM until service time at 11:00 AM in the Bates Funeral Chapel with the family present to greet friends and relatives. Memorial may be made to The Family.