Robert G. Ellis (“Bob”), age 73, of Crossville, TN, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on July 28, 2026, at Cumberland Medical Center. Bob was born on October 15, 1952, in Cortland, NY, the son of Charles Robert Ellis and Lomeda Ellis. Before retirement, Bob spent many years in the radio business and as a salesman supplying fish to cruise ships. He enjoyed road trips with his wife, Lea, playing trivia, board and card games, and solving and creating crossword puzzles, including two crossword puzzles published in the Los Angeles Times. He is survived by his wife, Marlea Ellis; his daughter, Sarah Patterson (Jimmy); his nieces, Lori Metcalf and Heather Suburu (Ryan); and his great-niece, Evelyn Suburu.