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Thurman "Eli" Henry Ellis

Trinity, TX

November 3, 1949 - September 22, 2025

Nov 3, 1949 - Sep 22, 2025

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What were Thurman's favorite tv shows?

Rebekah Richards

“He loved John Wayne movies more than anything. He could tell you every detail about them — the stories, ... Read more “He loved John Wayne movies more than anything. He could tell you every detail about them — the stories, the actors, even the ... Read more “He loved John Wayne movies more than anything. He ... Read more

What were Thurman's favorite vacation spots?

Rebekah Richards

His favorite trips were to Jeffersonville, Indiana, where he visited the Branham Tabernacle. He treasured... Read more His favorite trips were to Jeffersonville, Indiana, where he visited the Branham Tabernacle. He treasured listening to Brother... Read more His favorite trips were to Jeffersonville, Indiana,... Read more

What were Thurman's favorite books?

Rebekah Richards

“His favorite book was the King James Bible, which he read faithfully. He also treasured Brother Branham’s... Read more “His favorite book was the King James Bible, which he read faithfully. He also treasured Brother Branham’s Life Story. These weren’t... Read more “His favorite book was the King James Bible, which ... Read more

What were Thurman's favorite songs or musical artists?

Rebekah Richards

He loved music deeply, especially The Beatles with John Lennon, and The Rolling Stones with Mick Jagger. ... Read more He loved music deeply, especially The Beatles with John Lennon, and The Rolling Stones with Mick Jagger. In his later days, the... Read more He loved music deeply, especially The Beatles with ... Read more

What were Thurman's favorite games to play?

Rebekah Richards

He loved games of all kinds, from Galaxy and Pac-Man in the arcade to football, ping-pong, and baseball in... Read more He loved games of all kinds, from Galaxy and Pac-Man in the arcade to football, ping-pong, and baseball in the yard. He always... Read more He loved games of all kinds, from Galaxy and Pac-Man... Read more

Rebekah Richards

“Dad and Uncle Ronnie were fierce competitors, always chasing high scores and building the strongest teams.... Read more “Dad and Uncle Ronnie were fierce competitors, always chasing high scores and building the strongest teams. When I was little,... Read more “Dad and Uncle Ronnie were fierce competitors, always... Read more

What was Thurman's favorite color?

Rebekah Richards

“I don’t know that he ever said a favorite color out loud, but I do know he had a burgundy Cadillac and a... Read more “I don’t know that he ever said a favorite color out loud, but I do know he had a burgundy Cadillac and a burgundy Pontiac. He... Read more “I don’t know that he ever said a favorite color out... Read more

What were Thurman's favorite foods?

Rebekah Richards

and margaritas, but when he cooked at home he made the best Chinese food in a wok you could ever imagine ... Read more and margaritas, but when he cooked at home he made the best Chinese food in a wok you could ever imagine — my mouth still waters... Read more and margaritas, but when he cooked at home he made ... Read more

What causes did Thurman care about most?

Rebekah Richards

“He believed deeply in kindness to animals, especially dogs. To him, a dog was more than a pet — they were... Read more “He believed deeply in kindness to animals, especially dogs. To him, a dog was more than a pet — they were loyal friends, companions,... Read more “He believed deeply in kindness to animals, especially... Read more

What were Thurman's favorite artists or styles of art?

Rebekah Richards

“He didn’t have a favorite painter, but he loved the old days and old-fashioned western style — pictures ... Read more “He didn’t have a favorite painter, but he loved the old days and old-fashioned western style — pictures of John Wayne, horses,... Read more “He didn’t have a favorite painter, but he loved the... Read more

What were Thurman's favorite ways to exercise?

Rebekah Richards

“His favorite way to exercise was by taking long walks, where he could clear his mind and pray. Even at 73... Read more “His favorite way to exercise was by taking long walks, where he could clear his mind and pray. Even at 73 years old, he was still... Read more “His favorite way to exercise was by taking long walks,... Read more