Curtis Ralph Ellenburg Sr. passed away peacefully in his home on August 19th, 2018. He was the diligent son of Emory Denton Ellenburg Sr. and Genevieve (Gallaher) Ellenburg. He was the loving brother of Emory Denton Ellenburg Jr., Paul Ellenburg, Helen Jennings, Brooks Ellenburg, and is survived by Annie Sue Harrison. He was also the endearing father of Karen, Curtis Jr., and William. He is survived by the legacy of Karen and Jay Bowling, Curtis Jr. and Donna Ellenburg, and William and Jodi Ellenburg. Ralph Ellenburg was a born and raised Wylie native, having lived here his whole life. Ralph retired from Teledyne Geotech as a stockroom supervisor. He was a member of the Wylie Antique Machinery Society. Besides machinery, Ralph also thoroughly enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with and talking about the generations of his family. He also loved talking about the history of Wylie with Annie Sue. Ralph was the epitome of an excellent father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He has seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Ralph was a disciplined, baptized, follower of Jesus Christ. Curtis Ralph Ellenburg Sr. found his fortune in his family, which is part of his legacy that will continually persist for generations to come.

Visitation is scheduled for Wednesday August 22, 2018 from 6-8PM at Allen Funeral Home.  Funeral Service will be at the Cottonwood Church of Christ on Thursday, August 23, 2018 at 3PM.  Minister Eric Hogue will officiate the services.  Ralph will be laid to rest at the Fitzhugh Cemetery in Lovejoy.