Obituary of James Lee Ellerbe

James Lee Ellerbe, 38, husband of Kimberly Langley Ellerbe, passed away Monday, September 23, 2019 at his home.

Born on August 6, 1981, in Dillon, he was a son of Velva Tyson Ellerbe and Thomas D. Ellerbe. Mr. Ellerbe was a member of Duncan Memorial United Methodist Church and was employed with Ard Timber. He enjoyed spending time outdoors and loved hunting and fishing.

Survivors include his wife of Andrews; mother of Georgetown; father of Apex, NC; two children, Bradley James Ellerbe and Kailey Madison Ellerbe both of Georgetown; two step children, Holden Lockliear and Mikayla Lockliear both of Andrews; two sisters, Angel Goude (James) of Georgetown and Elizabeth Ellerbe of NC; three brothers, Thomas "TJ" Ellberbe (Allison) of Myrtle Beach, Tyson Ellerbe (Krystal) of Georgetown and Alex Ellerbe (Kristina) of Monroe, NC; maternal grandmother, Verline Tyson of Georgetown; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Frank "Bo" Tyson; and paternal grandparents, Luke and Dot Ellerbe.

A memorial service will be held at 3 PM Friday, September 27, 2019 at Duncan Memorial United Methodist Church with Dr. Dora Gafford officiating.

The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM Thursday at Ridgeway Funeral Home.

Memorials may be made to SC DNR Take One Make One Mentoring Program, 1000 Assembly St. Columbia, SC 29201

Online condolences may be left at www.ridgewayfh.com

Ridgeway Funeral Home of Georgetown is in charge of the arrangements. (843) 485-4242