Eurene Ellis

Eurene Baker Ellis, of Sonora, KY formerly of Franklin, KY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 26th, 2026, at the age of 95. She was born on December 2nd, 1930, in Franklin, KY.

Eurene was the daughter of the late Elbert and Letha (Netherton) Baker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Ellis; a son, Barry Ellis; and her siblings, Bertha Thomason, Irene Downing, Christine Randolph; and infant brother, William Oscar Baker.

She was a proud 1949 graduate of Franklin-Simpson High School. She spent her career as a dedicated laborer at UARCO.

Eurene had a passion for life and enjoyed many hobbies, including solving crossword puzzles, fishing, swimming, golfing, and creating ceramics. Her vibrant personality and zest for life were evident in everything she did.

She leaves behind a loving family who will miss her dearly: her son, Ronnie Ellis and his wife, Charlotte of Sonora, KY; her grandson, 1st SGT Bryan Ellis of Texas; her brother-in-law, J.W. Randolph of Franklin, KY; and numerous nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.

A funeral service to honor Eurene's life will be held at Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory in Franklin, KY, on Saturday, May 30th, 2026, at 1:00 pm with interment to follow in Sulphur Spring Cemetery in Simpson County, KY. Visitation will take place at the same location on the same day, Saturday, May 30th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory. For more information, please visit their website at www.gilbertfhonline.com or their Facebook page, Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. You may also call their obituary phone line at 270-586-8844. For additional information, call the office at 270-586-4464.