Deborah Ann Ellis, 55, passed away July 20, 2013. She was born in Suffolk, VA the daughter of Peggy Ann Ellis Wilson and the late Ernest Lee Trebathan. She attended Bethel Assembly of God and was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxillary of Franklin, VA.

Deborah is survived by her husband of 37 years, James Michael Ellis; mother, Peggy A. Wilson; children and their spouses, Jason Ellis (Michelle), Chris Ellis, April Salmon (Tick); grandchildren, Gavin, Blaine, Krystle, Cameron, and Mattie; sister, Tracey Trebathan; brothers, Randy Trebathan, Ronald Wilson, Casey Wilson, and Kelly Wilson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be Tuesday, July 23, 2013 at 11 a.m. at a family cemetery on Manning Rd. in Suffolk, VA with Pastor T.R. King officiating. A reception will be held at Bethel Assembly of God directly following the service. Friends may join the family for a visitation Monday night from 7-8 p.m. at Parr Funeral Home & Crematory. Donations may be made to the family in lieu of flowers. Condolences may be registered online at www.parrfuneralhome.com.