Gary Wayne Ellison's Obituary
Gary Wayne Ellison, 74, passed away August 18, 2023 at his home the Legacy House of Taylorsville, surrounded by family and the amazing staff at Legacy House. Gary was born on April 13, 1949, in Idaho Falls, ID the fourth of seven children to Albert Max Ellison and Wanda Ida (Brown) Ellison. The family moved to Murray where he spent his childhood. He opened an auto body shop in Salt Lake and enjoyed refurbishing and painting cars. He shared this talent with his brothers Bob and Rick and his sons Wayne and Gary Jr, since then the Ellison family has built a legacy for themselves in the auto body business.
Gary’s passions included, but were not limited to, racing and refurbishing cars, bowling, golfing, fishing and flying his airplane. He was a jokester through and through, even if he was the only one laughing. He was an amazing craftsman in many different areas and could fix or restore anything he put his mind to.
Proceeded in death by his parents and brothers Robert Max and William Thomas Ellison. Gary is survived by his children Wendy (Troy), Wayne, Gary Jr and Marissa; 11 grandkids; 3 great grandkids; siblings Judy Lopez, Rick (Shadalyn) Ellison, Diane (Bryce) Gomm, Debbie (Ken) Sharp.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, August 28th at 10:30 AM at Elysian Gardens, 1075 E 4580 S, Millcreek, UT. A celebration of life will follow at Carmelle Reception Center from 11:30 to 1:30, 4075 S Highland Drive, casual attire is encouraged.
The family would like to thank everyone for the love and support that was given through these difficult times. A special thanks to Legacy House of Taylorsville for being a second family to Gary over the last year and to Inspiration Home Health and Hospice for their amazing support to him and his family during this difficult time.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to an animal rescue or shelter near you in the name of Gary and his beloved “Pup”.
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