Illinois State Police, Illinois
End of Watch Saturday, March 30, 2019
Add to My HeroesGerald Wayne Ellis
Trooper Gerald Ellis was killed in a vehicle collision involving a wrong-way driver on I-94, in Green Oaks, at 3:25 am.
Trooper Ellis was taken to Advocate Condell Medical Center where he died from his injuries.
Trooper Ellis was a U.S. Army veteran and had served with the Illinois State Police for 11 years. He was assigned to District 15 in Downers Grove. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, parents, and brother.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 11 years
- Badge 6038
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 178 ReflectionsGood-Bye Brother. Another brother-in-arms gone too soon. Was a pleasure serving with you in Combat for our Great Country. Thank you for your Service and Sacrifice. Rest in Peace brother.
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