Hugh Ellington Obituary (1956 - 2023)

Hugh and Dale Ellington lost their lives together in a tragic car accident, Monday, September 11, 2023, on Hwy 79 in Gadsden, TN. Hugh and Dale had been married for 38 years, and very rarely did you see one without the other. They were most known for their God given musical talents. Hugh was a wonderful musician and performer, and Dale complemented his musical ability perfectly with her singing voice. They blessed the residents of Crockett County and surrounding counties for years with their talents, and even though they are gone the legacy they leave behind lives on. Hugh was born February 1, 1956, in Humboldt, TN, to the late Gus Cooper Ellington and Margaret Tritt Ellington. He was a retired musician. Hugh was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Dwight Ellington, and his sister, June Pigue. Dale was born March 16, 1952, in Bells, TN, to the late Wilson "Tack" Fullbright and Mable Stanfill Fullbright. She worked in manufacturing and retired from Wilson Sporting Goods in Humboldt, TN. Dale was preceded in death by her sister, Patsy Howell, and brother-in-law, Jerry Shea. Left behind to cherish the memory of Hugh and Dale are their sons, Jeremy Ellington (Melissa), and Joseph Ellington; daughters, Carly Rhea Hawks and Amy Fletcher; Hugh's brother, Carl Ellington; Dale's sisters, Elizabeth Fulbright Shea and Peggy Fulbright Matlock; Dale's brother, Sammy Fulbright (Lynn); their grandchildren, Zadie Ellington, Lexie Ellington, RJ Hopper, Kylie Lord (Christian), Vincent Ellington, Kayleigh Hawks, Ty Hawks, Britany Dorado (Walter Thompson); great grandchildren, Ayden Lord, Greysen Lord, and Amelia Thompson. Dale and Hugh were also survived by numerous beloved nieces and nephews. A Celebration of life in honor of Hugh and Dale will be at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, September 19, 2023, in the sanctuary of Crossroads Baptist Church in Bells, TN, with Bro. Josh Simmons officiating. The family will receive visitors at the church the morning of the service from 11:00 am until the service hour. Serving as pallbearers will be Bob Toy, JR Ellington, Joe Ellington, Richie Lowery, Bob Jenkins, RJ Hopper, Walter Thompson, Ty Hawks, Robert Howell, Tommy Lovelace, Peter Lynn Howell, Chris West, Brian Robinson, Michael Fulbright, Joshua Howell, and Eddie Matlock. Honorary Pallbearers are George Foust, and Brad Parker. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to the Crossroads Baptist Church Music Department. Ronk Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Hugh and Dale Ellington. Online condolences can be made to the family at ronkfuneralhome.net.