William Henry Ellison, Jr.

William Henry “Willy” Ellison, Jr., age 55, of Statesville died Thursday, April 2, 2020 at Davis Regional Medical Center, Statesville. Mr. Ellison was born June 5, 1964 in Fredrick, MD. Willy worked on a farm his whole life. He loved to bowl, play golf and spending time with his family and friends. Willy also enjoyed traveling to the beach. He is preceded in death by his father, William H. Ellison, Sr. and grandson, Jaxson Ward Beaver. He is survived by his son, Jeffrey Ellison of Statesville; mother, Ann Ellison of Sophia, sisters, Elaine Ellison of Sophia, Sandy Pickett and husband Parks of Trinity; several nieces and nephews; and special friend, Amy Lynn Hill. A private service will be held due to COVID-19 concerns.