Donald “Rich” Ellison, aged 69, passed away October 9, 2017. Rich had a passion for old cars and the music of George Strait. Preceded in death by parents Donald and Wanetta Ellison and brothers Jeff Ellison and Dr. Dave Ellison. Left to cherish his memory are loving wife Arlene Ellison; children Chuck (Tonja) Ellison and Joy (Brent) Waldrop; 12 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; sister Erma King; and sister-in-law Sandi Ellison. The family would like to thank Dr. Salter and nurse Patti Grass for their exceptional and loving care. Family will receive friends 5-7PM Friday at Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel with funeral service to follow, Pastor Brad Brown officiating. Interment service will be held 2PM Sunday at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Cooks Mills, IL., under the care of Schilling Funeral Home, Ltd, Pastor Stephanie Voss officiating. Condolences for the Ellison family may be expressed at www.mynattfh.com.