William Bruce “Bull” Ellis

    William Bruce “Bull” Ellis, of Edna, Texas, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 28, 2021 at the age of 96.

    He was born in Three Sands, Oklahoma on October 17, 1924, to the late William T. Ellis and Ruby Ruberta Carlton.

    Bull was retired after a career with Mobil Pipeline. He served his country in the United States Navy, and was a proud WWII Veteran. Bull was an active member of the VFW, American Legion, Shriners, and Masonic Lodge.

    Bull was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who will be dearly missed.

    Bull is survived by his loving wife of 75 years, Pauline L. Ellis; daughters, Barbara Peeples, Kathy Snyder (Bill), and Paula Pierce (Steve); 8 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and 2 great, great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and his two beloved dogs.

    Bull is preceded in death by his parents and three sisters.

    Funeral Services were held Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at 11:00 am in the Oaklawn Funeral Home Chapel. Interment followed at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Victoria, Texas.

    Arrangements are under the direction of Oaklawn Funeral Home in Edna. 361-782-2221.