So sad news-Mark Ellis-Rotherham

[Harrythedog]

Sad news regarding the sudden passing of Mark Ellis from Rotherham. Knew Mark for over 40 years from Samanthas and then introduced to him properly at the Windmill on a sunday night.  From then on we went everywhere together- the casino, following the Wednesday home and away and holidays. He was my best man and we always kept in touch. Later on I used to see him at the 100 club , the Wilton and Lifeline. He had a photographic memory regards labels and artists and corrected me on many occasion.  He was also well travelled going to parts of the world which were really unknown for vacations back in the day. He really was a gentle soul and I will miss him greatly. The last 5 years had not been a good time for Mark,  and finally I hope he can find the peace he deserved. Sleep well mate

[Jumpinjoan]

This is so sad, I can't believe it x

 

[Chalky]

Such a lovely bloke, kind and not a bad word for anyone.  Spent time in his company on many occasions, with his dog too which he doted on. 

Terribly sad news and another taken long before his time. 

R.I.P. Mark. 

[Mike]

Very sad news

Used to see Mark quite regular

RIP Mark

was a member since the early days, his profile is below

@mark ellis

[Len]

I remember one night he said to me..."Come and meet my other half"....He led me across the car park to meet his beloved dog, which was waiting patiently for him in his car .

He was a lovely bloke was Mark. Very sad news indeed.

R.I.P mate.

Len 'n' Nina x

[Mattbolton]

So terribly sad. My thoughts go out to his family. Always a warm and welcome face. I’ll miss that firm handshake at the door of the 100 Club. 

[Guest Soulman51]

Rip mark

went to school together started the all nighters together I was his best man when he got married he was my daughters godfather

sleep tight pal

[Alison H]

This is heartbreaking news.

What a lovely & sincere guy he was.

Last saw him a Pikeys Dog’s funeral and we had a nice catch up in the circumstances.

So very sad, why are all the good ones being taken?!!

Sending love & comfort to his family & close friends at this awful time. 

Rest In Peace Mark

You will be missed 

Ali xxx

[hullsoul]

Such sad news,another one taken to early.

R.I.P Mark

Martyn & Lynn

 

[Soulcarp]

Yes very sad new RIP Mark 

[Tomangoes]

When someone passes, it's always sad, but sharing a great photo of them, if you have one, would be appreciated.

Its amazing how we can remember a face more than a name.

Sounds like Mark led a full life of keeping the faith, and was well loved and respected. RIP.

Ed

[Baz Atkinson]

He was a lovely man -unassuming and decent he will be sorely missed. RIP Mark.

[Sunshine Girl]

Very sad news about Mark, such a lovely man.

Will be very much missed RIP Mark

 

[Chalky]

For those who need to put a face to the name....

[Peter99]

Really sorry to hear this. I only know Mark from on here - he posted a few pictures of him and his dog a while back

Pete

[pat and cat]

Shocked & saddened to read about Mark, he was a great lad.  Can see him now sat outside Sheridans with Daisy his beloved Bull Terrier. RIP Mark 

[Guest woolie mark]

I can't find any words to express my feelings for the loss of this truly beautiful person, except I am humbled and privileged to have been one of his close friends.

Mark was such a big character on the allnighter scene.  He had this way of being amazingly honest and straightforward with people.  I would be sitting with him at an allnighter and be commenting to him about somebody on the dance floor and he would say something like "Oh, that's Julie" and the next minute he would have dragged them over and introduced them to me saying something like "This is my friend Mark, he thinks you're a brilliant dancer".  He always had nice things to say to people.  Soul music was one of the loves of his life (after his mum and his dog).  If there is a heaven up there, I'm sure the first thing he would have asked St Peter is "Where can I find Dave Hamilton?".  It was Mark who gave me the nickname "woolie" (because I was living in Woolwich at the time).  He had a great sense of humour, he had me laughing all of the time I was with him.  He was one of the best.

This is Mark at one of his most happiest places in the world (except maybe Hillsborough).

 

[Harrythedog]

Mark would be amazed by the comments left on here. I really don't think he had any idea how popular and loved he was. I will let you know when any date for the funeral have been made.

[Guest Soulatthedale]

Not just another one of lifes good guys gone far too early, but also someone who passionately loved Soul.

RIP Mark

[Harrythedog]

Have just seen a post on freebasing that Marks funeral is on the 20th June, at 1.45 at Rotherham Crematorium. Then its at the Joker pub at Wickersley. Lets give the lad a good send off and celebrate his life .