In the quiet stillness of the midnight hour, Mr. Mack Stacy Ellis, 73, peacefully answered the divine call to eternal rest while at the Novant Health Rowan Medical Center. Born on March 14, 1952, in Kingsport, Tennessee, he was the beloved son of the late Mack H. Ellis and Virgealia Looney Ellis. Mack was a man whose strength was matched only by his kindness, compassion, and unwavering devotion to his family and friends.
Educated in the public schools of Sullivan County, Tennessee, Mack attended the Douglass Elementary School and was a proud graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School, both in Kingsport. He continued his education at Knoxville College and later attended Livingstone College, carrying with him a strong work ethic and a deep respect for learning.
A hardworking and resourceful man, Mack was widely known for his remarkable ability to fix just about anything. His skillful hands and problem-solving spirit led him to a career as a maintenance professional with Essence Condominiums, where his dedication and reliability were greatly valued. Above all, Mack worked tirelessly to ensure that his family was well cared for, placing their needs above his own.
Family was the heart of Mack’s life. He was the brother-in-law everyone sought for guidance, the favorite uncle his nieces and nephews trusted and confided in, and a loyal friend to many. For 51 blessed years, he was the devoted husband, best friend, and greatest love to his wife, Marilyn, sharing a bond built on love, respect, and steadfast companionship. Mack never hesitated to lend a helping hand to anyone in need, often showing his love through acts of service, warm hospitality, and home-cooked meals.
In his leisure time, Mack found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He loved fishing with family and friends, expressed his creativity through painting, and faithfully cheered on his beloved Carolina Panthers. His involvement with the Elks Lodge reflected his commitment to community service, where he took pride in giving back and uplifting others.
Those left to cherish his precious memories include his loving wife, Marilyn Gilmore Ellis of the home; his sons, Mitchell Ellis of Salisbury and Mack H. Ellis, II (Ebony Purvis) of Oxford; his siblings, Dawnella Ellis (Tim Kyle) of Salisbury, Robert Ellis (Carolyn) of Charlotte, Michael Ellis of Salisbury, Bruce Ellis (Nanny) of Charlotte, Craig Ellis (Gayle) of Durham, and Voncilla Fulson (Everett) of Charlotte; four cherished grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and dear friends.
A life well lived, marked by love, compassion, and selfless service, Mack Stacy Ellis touched every life he encountered. Though he will be deeply missed, his enduring legacy will live on through his children, grandchildren, and all who were blessed to know and love him.
The visitation for Mack Ellis will be on Friday, February 6, 2026 from 11:30 AM to 12 Noon at the Soldiers Memorial AME Zion Church, 306 North Church Street, Salisbury, North Carolina 28144.
The service will follow in the church.
The Noble and Kelsey Funeral Home of Salisbury is serving the Ellis family.
