Private family graveside services were held for Jace Lee Ellis at the Oxford Cemetery in Oxford, Nebraska with Pastor Wes Holen, officiating.

Jace Lee Ellis, one month old son, of John Ellis and Samantha Scharvin, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Hastings, Nebraska on Wednesday, December 12, 2012. Jace was born November 5, 2012 at Mary Lanning Memorial Hospital in Hastings, Nebraska.

Jace’s big blue eyes and his beautiful smile touched the hearts of everyone in his family. More than anything, he loved being held and snuggled by his mother. As small of a person that he was, Jace definitely was the ruler of the house. He loved special time in his swing, and his Daddy’s voice as he was sung to. Jace will be deeply missed by all who were blessed to know him.

Jace was preceded in death by his grandparents: Charles Ellis and Wanda Ellis.

Jace is survived by his parents: John Ellis and Samantha Scharvin of Hastings; grandfather, Ronnie Scharvin of Oxford; aunts and uncles: Sydney Scharvin of Oxford, Julie Seimer of Gothenburg, Nebraska, Jeff and Jane Ellis and Jill and Blake Sutton all of Holdrege; six cousins, other relatives and friends.

A memorial has been established and is kindly suggested to the family.

Expressions of caring and kindness can be sent to the family at www.nelsonbauerfh.com.

The Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege is in charge of the arrangements.