Born in Pickens, he was the oldest son to the late Clyde Ellenburg and Ethel Nix Ellenburg.
Gerald is survived by his son Richard Ellenburg; daughter Tammy Boysworth (Autry); granddaughter Tamara C. Boysworth; three brothers Charles, Alton, and Ricky Ellenburg; three sisters Glenda Wilson, Bertha Lou Woodring, and Ella Mae Childs. He also leaves numerous nieces and nephews to cherish his memory.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother Irwin Ellenburg.
A visitation for Gerald will be held Tuesday, August 6, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM at Dillard Memorial Funeral Home, 2402 Gentry Memorial Highway, Pickens, South Carolina 29671. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 AM. Gerald will be laid to rest at Hillcrest Memorial Park following the funeral service.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.dillardfunerals.com. Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.