Ellis R. Couch, age 82, of Florence, Ky, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 5, 2021, at St. Elizabeth Florence, surrounded by family. He was born in Hazard, Kentucky on October 26, 1939, to the late Damon & Lizzie (nee Statzer) Couch.
Ellis enjoyed hunting and fishing in his earlier years but as he got older, he found much enjoyment with his family, especially spending time with his grandchildren. He retired from General Motors in Norwood after working for the company for about 20 years.
Mr. Couch is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Christine Couch (nee Combs); his loving children, Tina Morris, Lisa (Glen) Snider, & Ray (Barbra) Couch; grandchildren Caitlin & Brandi Morris, Kevin Snider, Joshua (Leah) Couch, and Ashley (Brandon) Benke; 3 great grandchildren; his siblings Nancy Combs, Wanda Stamper, Lydia Heathman, and Joe Pat Couch. Ellis is also survived by many nieces and nephews, family members and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, and siblings Buster Couch, Noah Couch, Mildred Hayes, and Bobbie Stacy.
Funeral services will be held at Fares J. Radel Funeral Home, 822 York Street, Newport, Ky, on Wednesday, December 8th at 2:00 PM. A visitation will be held at the funeral home from 12:00 PM until time of service.
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Glen Snider says
December 7, 2021 at 6:26 pmThe greatest father in law a man could ever have was Ellis Couch.I love you Ellis. Good by.from your son in law Glen Snider.He was one great dad and grandfather all so he was a awesome great grandpa.Love Ellis.Love and prayers for all the family. Love Glen.😕😕😕😕
Becky Young says
December 8, 2021 at 2:19 amYou all have my deepest sympathy!
Lisa you will always have your dad in your heart and in the mirror. You favor your Dad!❤️🙏