Patsy was born on October 31,1946, in Corpus Christi, Texas to Jesse and Eunice (Tommie) Ellis. She grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico and had the fortunate experience of living in Japan for about a year while her dad served in the Army. She returned to Albuquerque where she graduated high school with her best friend and cousin, Karen. She later moved to Texas, following in her big brother, Dwayne’s footsteps. She dedicated her life serving Jesus and was a proud member of Woodhaven Baptist Church where she formed lifelong friendships, and later Houston’s First Baptist Church. She was a loyal and active member with Dayspring Sunday School at First Baptist.
Patsy met many wonderful, lifelong friends from various companies including Enterprise Products from where she retired three years ago.
Patsy was preceded in death by her father, Jesse Ellis, mother, Eunice Ellis and brother, Dwayne Ellis. She is survived by her loving sister-in-law, Margaret Ellis, niece Kimberly Claude (Kyle Claude), niece Dawn Williams, Mark Williams, great-nieces and great-nephews; Meagan Williams, Grant Williams (Megan), Lindsay Claude, Loren Claude, Logan Williams, Kyle Claude Jr and Kaleb Claude. She is also survived by countless cousins and friends.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite animal charity in honor of Patsy’s love for animals.
The memorial service will be held at Houston’s First Baptist Church on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM. The graveside service will be at Tarleton Cemetery in Patillo, Texas, on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
