Having lived a full life of adventure, he often expressed that he was surprised he lived as long as he did, having survived many experiences that could have killed him throughout his life.

Carey James Ellis, III, was born in Monroe, Louisiana on June 23, 1948, the son of Carey James Ellis, Jr. and Linda Hudson Ellis. A celebration of life was held Friday, February 21, 2025, at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel, Rayville.

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