Shawn Anthony Ellis

We are sad to announce the passing of Shawn Anthony Ellis, 52, of Middletown, DE. Shawn is

originally from Jamaica Queens, NY where he attended August Martin High School. Shawn was

born on May 17, 1971 to Ernestine Ellis & William Wade Sr. of Brooklyn, NY. He passed away

on June 7, 2023 suddenly after a short battle with an unforeseen illness surrounded by his loved

ones.

In his time, Shawn did construction, home improvements, and spent 30+ years driving tractor

trailers. He was a Mason and was involved with the Stone Square Lodge #22 in Middletown,

DE. He loved to cook, especially on the grill on many occasions and cater food as well as help

the ones in need. He enjoyed fishing, and often took seasonal trips with friends and family to

find the best catch. Shawn was known to express his love and compassion for people through his

food, and would never give up an opportunity to care for those in need. He also enjoyed

spending time with the ones he loved. Music was his thing, he loved listening to reggae, R&B

and oldies. Shawn had an infectious laugh, he was the life of the party, bringing joy and good

times with him wherever he went.

He is preceded in death by his adopted father Isaac Richardson (Johnny) of Queens, NY and his

mother Ernestine Ellis. Shawn is survived by his wife, Marsha A. Ellis, nine children, Dekara

Johnson, Anthony Minter, Shawn Ellis, Shantae Ellis, Tyrell Ellis, Mya Burrell, Brianna Ellis,

and Rhoan Daley, Twanna Delva and twenty-four grandchildren.

He is also survived by his biological father William Wade Sr., his seven brothers, Robert,

Donald, Anthony, William Jr; Jamel, Johnny and Wayne. His five sisters, Lara, Tonya, Tracey,

Angelique, and Celeste. As well as a host of nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles. Thank you

for the memories you share Shawn.

REPAST