On January 15, 2017, Richard Jay Ellis suffered a serious heart attack while riding his motorcycle and "finished his journey" in this world, having touched thousands on two continents not only with his enthusiasm for life, his unique sense of humor, his love and devotion to his family, but above all his tender heart full of love and compassion for people. Rick was 60 years old.

Those who knew Rick knew that he enjoyed life with hobbies such as diving, fishing, hunting, building and sailing wooden boats, as well as motorcycling. But what most filled his life were people: listening to their experiences, helping them with their problems and concerns and pointing them to the solution who is Jesus Christ.