Lorna Jean Ellis
July 31, 1957 - July 4, 2016
Lorna Jean Ellis, 58, of Judsonia, departed this life Monday, July 4, 2016 at home with family by her side. She was born July 31, 1957 in Madera, California, a daughter of William Eugene Long and Loretta (Peer) Tosta. Lorna was a member of Mount Zion Church of God. She enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, and taking care of animals. She was very family oriented and enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandkids. Lorna pointed her finger at everyone, especially her family and told them where to go and how to get there. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Lorna is survived by her husband, Phillip Ellis; two daughters, LaJeana Franklin and Marlana Litaker both of Holly Springs; her mother, Loretta (Peer) Tosta; two sisters, Jackie (Louie) Strusis of Bakersfield, California, and Helen (Jerry) Elms of Clarksville, Arkansas; five grandchildren, Phillip Litaker, Maliah Litaker, Erica Janson, Kadence Franklin, and Ellisa Franklin; several nieces, nephews, family members and many friends. She was preceded in death by her father, William Eugene Long, and her step father, Anthony Frank "Tony" Tosta. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 7, 2016 from 10-11 A.M. with Service beginning at 11:00 A.M. at Mount Zion Church of God with Bro. Bob Majors officiating. Arrangements entrusted to Bradford Memorial Funeral Home of Bradford, Arkansas. www.bradfordmemorial.com
Lorna Jean Ellis, 58, of Judsonia, departed this life Monday, July 4, 2016 at home with family by her side. She was born July 31, 1957 in Madera, California, a daughter of William Eugene Long and Loretta (Peer) Tosta. Lorna was a member of... View Obituary & Service Information