Our Story
The Ellis Family Reunion was started in 1956, when the patriarch John B. Ellis, who later changed him name to Jack, and affectionately called “Daddy Jack” returned to Georgia from St. Louis, Missouri.
Upon Daddy Jack’s return to Georgia, he got with Mr. Doc Barkley to find his son “Mack”.
When Daddy Jack and Mr. Doc Barkley went to Mack’s house, he was in the field plowing. Eloise, Mack’s wife, stated there would be a Family Reunion so Daddy Jack could see his Grandchildren.
And that’s how the Ellis Family Reunion began!
Eloise Goodman
Eloise Goodman was born on January 4, 1903, in Jackson, Georgia to the parentage of Wiley and Mattie Jo (Collins) Goodman. She married Maxie “Mack” Ellis, Sr. on December 20, 1925.
Mack Ellis
Maxie “Mack” Ellis was born on February 18, 1907, in Barnesville, Georgia to the parentage of John B. Ellis (changed to Jack Ellis) and Katie Benton.
One Generation passeth away, and another generation cometh: but the earth abideth for ever
Ecclesiastes 1:4
Event Attractions
Dauset Trails Nature Center is located at 360 Mount Vernon Church Road; Jackson, Georgia 30233
Accommodation
The Venue is in Jackson, Georgia.
Documentation
We will be taking pictures to document the event.
What to Wear
Dress Comfortable for the weather, we will be outside.
Celebration
We will celebrate our heritage and history!
Parking Area
Parking is free inside the park.
Food & Drinks
Food and drinks will be provided,
Will You Attend?
We are looking for all descendants and relatives of Maxie “Mack” and Eloise Goodman-Ellis. .Please spread the Word!
When & Where
We love our Family
The Time
- 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Pavillion #1
The People
- Family & Friends
- of
- The Ellis Family
The Place
Dauset Trails Nature Center
