BORN

1959

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Angelus Chapel Funeral Directors & Crematory

1104 South Circle Drive

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Dirk Hunter-Ellis Obituary

Dirk W. Hunter-Ellis, 57 went to meet his heavenly father on May 22, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents Gloria Matthews, Clarence Ray Ellis; his step parents, Jeff Matthews, Delores Ellis; his brother, Gayland Hunter and his sister Sherrie Hunter.

Dirk was born on October 24, 1959 in Tacoma, Washington. He lived in Colorado Springs for 21 years and also resided in Tacoma, WA and San Jose, CA.

Dirk married the love of his life, Debbie (Eden) Hunter-Ellis on August 10, 1985 in Marysville, CA. Dirk was the father of three daughters.

Dirk was a Sales Manager Consultant for Spring Leaf Financial and enjoyed serving and helping people. He was a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., enjoyed hiking, golfing, and he was an avid sportsman. His true passion was spending time with his family.

Dirk leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Debbie Hunter-Ellis; his daughters, Tamisha Hunter-Ellis of Stone Mountain, Ga, Brittany (Darryn) Hamilton of San Antonio, TX,, Brigette Robinson of Colorado Springs; his three grandchildren; his brothers, Darrell (Paulette) Hunter of Seattle, WA, Ronald (Jeanette) Hunter of Tacoma, WA; his sisters, Terri Hunter and Ebe Jackson-Hunter of Tacoma, WA, Sherri (Maurice) Sanders of Corona, CA, Glyness Ellis of Winchester, CA, Kelly Acosta of Cerritos, CA and many loving nieces, nephews and friends.

A visitation will be held on May 30, 2017 from 4:00 - 7:00 pm at Angelus Chapel Funeral Directors, 1104 S. Circle Drive, Colorado Springs. A Memorial Service will be held on May 31 at Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church, 3615 Vickers Drive, Colorado Springs, 80918 at 11:00 am. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Scholarship fund: Alpha Phi Alpha Chapter, P.O. Box 15083, Colorado Springs, CO 80935.

Memories and Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.angelusfuneraldirectors.com.

Angelus Chapel Funeral Directors, Inc.

1104 S. Circle Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80910

(719) 391-1918

Published by The Gazette on May 26, 2017.
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rest n peace my brother.

donald spruill

June 7, 2017

All our love and sympathy to Debbie and your entire family. Dirk was always kind, fun and the life of the party. We know he is celebrating with our Saviour now and at peace and out of pain; for that we are grateful. Sterling truly loved the time he got to spend on the golf course with Dirk and is so thankful for the friendship they were able to enjoy because of their shared love of golf! We look forward to our heavenly reunion with all of our loved ones!

Sterling and Janice Penman

May 31, 2017

Only God knows best. No more sorrow no more pain.
God bless the family during this time of healing.
My cousin Dirk is in a better place with the Lord where he will rest in peace

We will see him again when the morning comes
Peace and Love always
Harden Keys & family

Hawk Keys

Family

May 31, 2017

Debbie I'm truly sorry you have to go threw this bt we as a family gone get threw I love y'all my neices GOD IS in control He has us threw him all thing's are possible Dirke is better NOW!!!! HW HAS HIS VICTORY!!! HE WON!!!!

Jackson

Sister

May 30, 2017

Love YOU DIRKE AND YOU WILL BE MISSED EVEN THO WE NEVER CHOPPWD IT UP , BUT YOU WERE THERE FOR ME WHEN I NEEDED YOU, AND I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE THINGS YOU INSTEALED IN ME AND YOUR ABSOLUTELY RGHT ITS UP TO ME FOR IT TO BE LOVE YOU TELL MOMMA AND AUNT MAE ROOF AND AUNT MARIE GAYLAND,SHARON,cuzin Joann LIVE THEM MSS EM MOMMA FA SHO GLO AKA HUN MOMMAAAAAAA!!!! HElP ME!!!!! I'M Struggling

Jackson

Sister

May 30, 2017

We're going to truly miss Dirk's smile, friendship and easy going personality here at work (OneMain Financial). A true professional that was a gifted trainer for so many years. Prayers of comfort to Dirk's family during this difficult time.

Rafi Ahmad

May 30, 2017

My thoughts and Prayers go out to your family Dirk!!! Going to miss you my good friend!!!

God Bless!!!

Mark Galley

May 30, 2017

Dear Debbie and Family. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. God Bless.

John Bonapart

May 26, 2017

Debbie, Our hearts go out to you and the girls. Dirk was always so good to us. We are praying that the comforter will help you all in the difficult days to come. The peace of mind you have is in scripture it says to absent in this life means that we are present with the Lord, and the promise that now Dirk is healed. The two of you made a beautiful couple and made a beautiful family as well. We love you Debbie and are in our prayers.

Rita and Alex Rios

May 26, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Debbie and the family. We have so many great memories of Dirk and they will forever keep him alive in our hearts.

Michael and Tonya Bonner
Colorado Springs, CO

Tonya Bonner

May 26, 2017

Dirk, thanks for the laughter and the route rides we had at Arrowhead Water. I will always remember your big smile and positive attitude, and I will always and forever hold you in my heart.

Glenn Hudson

May 26, 2017

Brother Dirk you are greatly missed. I am glad I had the opportunity to become your Brother. I wish we had more time. My prayers are with the family.
God Bless
Branden Thomas & Family.

May 26, 2017

Our thoughts, prayer and love are with you during this difficult time. Dirk was a very good man, and will never be forgotten. Heaven has a new member.
Vinnie and Colette Harmon

Vinnie Harmon

May 26, 2017

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Aaron and Michelle Cassell

May 26, 2017

Dear Debbie and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. He was a great man and leaves a legacy of love and family. We will see you all on Wednesday.

May 26, 2017

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