Some sad news to share this evening. Stuart Ellis, son of Grogheads family members Bob and Denise Ellis, passed away very unexpectedly this evening. I don't have much more information at this time.
Please keep the Ellis' in your thoughts this holiday season. I'll update the thread when we know more.
Very sad news. Praying for Bob and his family.
Oh my God. This is beyond heartbreaking. My thoughts and prayers are wholly with the Ellis family.
I pray for peace, comfort, and solace in their time of need. Rest in peace, Stuart.
I have no idea what to say other than "we're so sorry"
Oh no- I'm so sorry to hear this.
Bob and Denise, if you see this please know that you and all your family are in my prayers.
:'(
So sorry to hear this at this time of year. We're all here for you Bob and Denise.
Oh my God...Bawb, Denise, there are simply no words for something like this....so very sorry and heartbroken for you guys.
Oh man bob, I'm sorry - much love and prayers
There'll be hundreds offering I'm sure but if there's anything I can do
Quote from: bayonetbrant on December 22, 2017, 08:47:12 PM
I have no idea what to say other than "we're so sorry"
THIS!
Quote from: mirth on December 22, 2017, 08:45:47 PM
Oh my God. This is beyond heartbreaking. My thoughts and prayers are wholly with the Ellis family.
Cannot think of anything else to add at this point. Just heartbreaking.
Wow.
+1. I don't know what else to say. Too shocked and upset. Damn.
All my love Bob.
:'(
Deepest condolences.
Prayers and condolences.
Not intended for this thread.
Best. :-\
That is terrible news. So sorry for Bob and Denise's great loss. This must be killing them. Know that your both in my thoughts and prayers tonight.
Oh my God. Bob, I'm so sorry to hear this. I'm at a loss for words other than saying you know you have a lot of support, love, friends, and prayers with you and your family.
Sorry for your loss Bob.
I don't even know what to say. Such terrible news.
i am stunned ...words fail me!
my sincere condolences
Damn. Just damn. Incredibly sorry, bob. :-[
This is so terrible. There are no words.
We're always here for you.
Eternal rest grant him oh Lord.
And let perpetual light shine upon him.
Jim
Quote from: Barthheart on December 22, 2017, 08:52:21 PM
:'(
So sorry to hear this at this time of year. We're all here for you Bob and Denise.
+1. My condolences, Bob and Denise.
If there is anything we can do please let us know. I am so sorry.
sorry for your loss, sad news indeed when a child is lost...unfortunately i unexpectantly lost my own young son over the summer so i understand how hard it will be, but family and friends will be important to help you through it.
wish you the best under the circumstances...
Damn Grim. Sorry to hear that man. Next to loosing a spouse, loosing a child has to be the toughest thing on Earth. I believe you are right about family and friends helping you through it and they should be. Your family and true friends should be the first at your side in a crisis or tragedy. And the last to leave it. Many people feel very uncomfortable talking with someone about death and loss but you don't need to be the talker to help most, you need to let them talk about it, as they feel the need, and just be there for them throughout.
No man should ever bury his child...
I can't even imagine it.
Very, very sorry to hear that Grim. That's something I can't even imagine.
Stuart had a young daughter, Grace, who is about three years old. I've asked Karl, Bob and Denise's other son to let me know if they set up a fund for her. I'll share any details I find out.
My gods. I'm so sorry, Bob & Denise. :'( As Gus said, please let us know if there's anything we can do.
I extend my sincere sympathy.
Grim, i'm sorry to hear about your child. Though I've had quite a few medical scares with my oldest he is still with us. I can't imagine losing him.
Quote from: Cyrano on December 23, 2017, 09:17:36 AM
Eternal rest grant him oh Lord.
And let perpetual light shine upon him.
Jim
So Beautiful thank you Cyrano, Also thank you everyone for the support that you have given both Rob and I, the feelings we have I cannot explain, I am so glad we have each other and our other son Karl who has been a great support, God Bless you all.
Hey mrs b - tell him you're both loved and we're thinking of you
You are all in our thoughts and prayers, Denise. God Bless.
I've started a GoFundMe campaign to help Bob and Denise provide for Stuart's daughter, Grace. I know it's a tough time of the year for people with holiday expenses, but if you can spare a little cash, I'm sure it will be very appreciated. All funds will go to Bob and Denise at the conclusion of the campaign to help support Grace.
The link for donations is https://www.gofundme.com/grace-ellis-fund (https://www.gofundme.com/grace-ellis-fund).
Merry Christmas to everyone and thanks for all that you all do here.
^Thanks for doing that.
Outstanding, thank you.
Thanks Doug.
Thanks much.
As you can imagine, we are still totally stricken with shock and grief at our loss. I just want to say how grateful we are for all the kindness and support we are receiving from our friends, not least of all those here at GH.
I'm also very humbled by the actions of Doug and Terri, who, as I'm sure most of you know, are very specially friends of ours.
Thank you all, I wish you a good Christmas and New Year. I will post again when I feel I can cope, but for now the sorrow is a very heavy burden.
Bob
We are all with you in your time of grief Bob. Bless you both for your strength and courage at this time.
I can't imagine the horrible burden; compounded by the time of year. Gut wrenching and awful to the core. Bob and Denise, you will be in my thoughts. I hope that 2018 finds a way to ease your indescribable pain.
Oh man , I just came across this thread , and I'm so sorry to hear of your loss Bob :-\ My thoughts and prayers are definitely with you your wife and family . Please just know , that whenever you feel ready to talk , or just need somebody to be a listening ear , I'm here for you as your friend . On the other hand ,you might just not want to talk about it . You might just want a conversation about anything ,other than the tradgedy you're going through . But whatever I can do to help , like the rest of your friends ...I'm here for you . This is just so sad , I'm so sorry this is happening for you .
All of my love Bob to you and your family xxx
I just wanted to pass my condolences and best wishes on to Grim and his family as well . No parent should have to bury their own child . That's just awful , I'm so sorry for you all . I hope you're finding a way through the grief you must be feeling .
Bob and Denise, I led my kids in prayer for your family tonight. We asked for comfort and provision for you all.
Fantastic AR! Very good show, Sir. O0
Quote from: Airborne Rifles on December 28, 2017, 09:44:58 PM
Bob and Denise, I led my kids in prayer for your family tonight. We asked for comfort and provision for you all.
Thank you, that was a wonderful thing to do. We are deriving much comfort from the support and kindness being given to us by friends, not least from those here at Grogs.
God Bless you and your family.
Hey Bob - we're still here and thinking of you, brother. Don't hesitate to ask if there's anything we can do.
I know that, and I thank you for it.
We're now in a position where his wife is waiting for a death certificate so that final arrangements can be made. There was delay not only due to the holiday period but also because the coroner requested a PM, which was done last Friday. This did not indentify cause of death so they have taken a lot more tissue samples for more tests.
It goes without saying that this is all adding to the distress that that we are feeling. We really want to get it all over with so that we can try and pick our lives up again. This has, without doubt, been the hardest days of our lives, but the continued support from you guys is helping us more that I can say.
Thank you from both of us.
Love you, brother.....
Hey Man. That's what Grogs do. You and your wife have earned the right to handle this anyway you feel right for you both including being mad at the whole world if you want to. But the fact you are not is a testament to the kind of people you both really are. Your strength and devotion at this time will be noticed by those around you and will become an example to them when they face times of tragedy themselves. I've seen this happen many times before but God knows, I don't know if I would have to strength to do it myself. Much love to you both.
Egad.
So very sorry.
Thinking of you and your family Bob.
Love to you and Den and the fam, bob.
Many thanks, guys. Its very much appreciated.
Guys and Guyess, I have just read all your comments, and I thank you for your prayers, and support, Stuart was our oldest he would have been 38 on 7th Jan, Rob and I have no words to say, but thank you from the bottom of our hearts, love you all
Thanks to all who have donated to the fund for Bawb & Denise's grandchildren. We've raised $500 so far, which will definitely be a big help to them.
For anyone else that would like to donate, the GoFundMe campaign can be found at https://www.gofundme.com/grace-ellis-fund
All funds go to Bawb and Denise to help with expenses for Stuart's young children.
We now have the date for Stuart's funeral; 12.45 on the 17th January.
I'm glad your family finally has a date for the funeral . All the best and lots of love to you all for that day .
Quote from: Pelenise on January 03, 2018, 07:04:00 PM
Guys and Guyess, I have just read all your comments, and I thank you for your prayers, and support, Stuart was our oldest he would have been 38 on 7th Jan, Rob and I have no words to say, but thank you from the bottom of our hearts, love you all
Speaking as a mum to another mum , I'm so sorry for your loss . It's difficult to know what to say , because it's just so awful what you're going through . But you're definitely in my thoughts and prayers , lots of love to you Denise xxx
Just saw this thread for the first time.
God give your family strength and honor, Bob; and peace to your son. It doesn't end here, and we're not alone in the suffering of this life. (Which is much of the point to Christmas season per se, come to think of it.)
Thank you, Jason. Your words are appreciated.
Many thoughts and prayers for the Ellis family today.
Quote from: mirth on January 17, 2018, 04:10:49 PM
Many thoughts and prayers for the Ellis family today.
+1. I can't imagine what they are going through.
A gentle reminder: Anyone that can, there is a GoFundMe page to raise money to assist with caring for Bawb & Denise's grandchildren, Stuart's daughter and son.
If you can spare a fiver the link is https://www.gofundme.com/grace-ellis-fund
Bob, Denise, Karl, Grace & Jacob, you are in Terri and my thoughts today.
Quote from: bbmike on January 17, 2018, 04:14:21 PM
Quote from: mirth on January 17, 2018, 04:10:49 PM
Many thoughts and prayers for the Ellis family today.
+1. I can't imagine what they are going through.
+1
Love to Bob and Den and all those who loved Stuart.
All my and my family's love to you guys in these trying times, Bob.
Quote from: panzerde on January 17, 2018, 04:20:25 PM
A gentle reminder: Anyone that can, there is a GoFundMe page to raise money to assist with caring for Bawb & Denise's grandchildren, Stuart's daughter and son.
If you can spare a fiver the link is https://www.gofundme.com/grace-ellis-fund
Bob, Denise, Karl, Grace & Jacob, you are in Terri and my thoughts today.
Thanks for the reminder panzerde. Its guys like me who need them. (donation sent)
Quote from: Windigo on January 18, 2018, 11:06:31 AM
Thanks for the reminder panzerde. Its guys like me who need them. (donation sent)
No, thank you Windigo. Your generosity is very much appreciated.
On behalf of Grace, Jacob, Denise, myself and our families, I would like to thank you all for your support and donations, which I assure you are very welcome and will be put to good use while Stuarts affairs are being put into order.
He had an amazing send off, with an estimated 200 people attending the funeral, which was very touching. Stuart was a well liked man and had many friends, not only from places he had worked at, but also from his school days, and we were very gratified that so many of them attended to say goodbye to him.
He was a keen golfer, and, by his own admission, not a terribly good one. The group of pals with whom he played said they will now obtain a trophy, the 'Stuart Ellis Cup', and when they hold thier touramnets, they will award the cup to whoever gets the worst score. Its the sort of thing that would have appealed to Stuarts sense of humour.
Finally, I would like to offer a big thank you to our dear, and very special friend, Doug, who organised the gofundme for the kids. Thank You Doug and Terri for all you have done.
Very sincere thanks from us both;
Robert and Denise.
Terri and I are still so sorry about Stuart's passing, but I'm glad he had a grand send off. You and Denise and the whole family are very much in our thoughts these days.
Let me also express my deep gratitude for everyone's support, emotionally and financially to Bob and Denise during this time. The Grogheads family is a crew to be proud of.
Quote from: panzerde on January 19, 2018, 10:18:14 AM
Terri and I are still so sorry about Stuart's passing, but I'm glad he had a grand send off. You and Denise and the whole family are very much in our thoughts these days.
+1 Well said.
Quote from: bob48 on January 19, 2018, 08:57:07 AM
He was a keen golfer, and, by his own admission, not a terribly good one. The group of pals with whom he played said they will now obtain a trophy, the 'Stuart Ellis Cup', and when they hold thier touramnets, they will award the cup to whoever gets the worst score. Its the sort of thing that would have appealed to Stuarts sense of humour.
I'm chuckling through the tears...
Totally agree. He sounds like the kind of guy we'd love to have here at the Grogs, just like his parents. God Bless you both.
Quote from: bob48 on January 19, 2018, 08:57:07 AM
He was a keen golfer, and, by his own admission, not a terribly good one. The group of pals with whom he played said they will now obtain a trophy, the 'Stuart Ellis Cup', and when they hold thier touramnets, they will award the cup to whoever gets the worst score. Its the sort of thing that would have appealed to Stuarts sense of humour.
That is a classy way to honor him.
Definitely awesome. O0