Raye Jean Ellis

As our earthy hearts are broken and we are missing her already, our Godly hearts know that she is walking with the Angels. Raye Jean Ellis of Connersville passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at the age of 55. She was born on September 12, 1971, in Melbourne, Florida. She was the daughter of the late Raymond and Velma Jean (Hisle) Butler.

On August 25, 2024, in Connersville, she was united in marriage to Dominick Ellis. Together they created a loving blended family. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother that was a member of Higher Praise Worship Center. Faith was an important part of her life, providing her with comfort and guiding her actions.

Raye Jean enjoyed tending to her plants, playing video games, and loved attending church. She had a caring heart and loved helping people and providing for her family.

Her love and memories will be cherished by her husband, Dominick; children, Sasha (Jose) Yanez-Alonso, Brook Isaacs, Kayla (Benito) Martinez, Breana (Tyson Quick) Herring, Sid Ramirez, Llamira Ramirez, JJ Fuentes-Garcia, Ema Bautista-Pablo and Jade Ellis; and 25 grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Ed Butler, Ronnie Butler, Bill Butler and Stacey Butler.

A Celebration of Life will be conducted at the convenience of the family.

Urban Winkler Funeral Home is honored to assist the family with Raye Jean’s arrangements.