Benjamin Herold Ellis

December 3, 1958 - June 11, 2021

The family of Benjamin Herold Ellis is so sad to announce his passing on June 11, 2021. Born on December 03, 1958 in Libby, Montana to Mary Louise Ellis. Ben married his best friend Teresa on August 04, 1978.Together they have 4 children. Ben was preceded in death by his mother Mary Louise Ellis, his step-dad Stan McIlhargey, brother David McIlhargey, nephew Michael Agnew, son-in-law Mark Izatt and his grand-son Benjamin James Ellis. He is survived by his wife of 42 years Teresa Ellis of the home, Daughter Stacey Barnes (Austin) of Winlock, WA, Daughter Jennifer Izatt of Climax Springs, MO, Son Joshua Ellis (Kristina) of Rolla, MO, Daughter Sarah Ellis (Tim Frayer) of Rolla, MO. Brother Tom McIlhargey (Jerry) of Idaho, Brother Ray McIlhargey (Pat) of Oregon, Sister Emma Gilbert (Jay) of Montana, and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, grand-children and great grand-children. Ben pursued many job interests over his life which included welding, logging, furniture building, mechanics and forestry. He was truly an adventurer, always chasing rainbows. There was always something new, something different, somewhere he had never been. The best times of Ben's life were when he was in the woods exploring, hunting, picking mushrooms of any kind or picking huckleberries. He instilled in his wife and each of his children a true love and respect for nature and the outdoors. When he was not outdoors Ben spent much of his time playing Final Fantasy 11 as the very well known character Quibly. Ben's passing has left a giant hole in the hearts of many and he will be forever missed and loved. A memorial service will be held in Ben's honor on Monday, June 21, 2021 at 6:00 pm CST at Calvary Assembly of God church at 148 West Little Oaks Rd, Rolla, MO. With a Celebration of his life to be held in Montana at a later date. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to his family to help with expenses. A meal-train/donation site has been set-up by a family friend and can be accessed at Meal Train for Jennifer Izatt.