McGill Click Funerals & Cremations
Ella Marks Harrell, age 8 of Knoxville went to be with Jesus on Saturday, May 20, 2023 peacefully in her sleep at her home. If you knew Ella, and how much she loved gymnastics, she likely entered Heaven walking on her hands. Ella attended First Baptist Church of Philadelphia where she enjoyed participating in the Children's Church program. She was a second grader at Cedar Bluff Elementary in Ms. Perryman's class. Ella enjoyed the outdoors and was very concerned for the environment. She was often heard to say "Pick up that trash and throw it away." Ella loved to hike, she was very creative, and she had an obsession for animals. Most of all she had a fierce determination and incredible desire to help others. All the careers she dreamed of (firefighter, doctor, nurse, teacher) were focused on helping others. The best example, everyone knew she had beautiful long brown hair but she had been growing it so she could donate it to a child with cancer; when she was recently diagnosed herself with leukemia, she did just that. Ella was a fighter and she has won her battle. From an early age she asked questions about God and had a strong curiosity about Heaven, now her questions have been answered. She was a momma's baby, a daddy's girl, and a friend to her sisters. Most of all she believed everyone was equal and saw the good in everyone. Ella's sweet and gracious spirit will carry on in the lives of those who loved her.
Ella is preceded in death by her grandparents, Lucille Reno; David and Lela Harrell; Jim and Wilma Purdy. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her parents, Justin and Felicia Harrell; sisters, Leah and Cora Harrell; Oma and Pops, Ruby Reno and Eddie Kirby; Gran and Paw, Jeanine and Mike Ryan; Papaw Mark and Rachel Harrell; aunts and uncles, Sarah and Weston Holley, Rachel Mase, Laura and Scott Moore, and Morgan Harrell; cousins, "Big Sissy", Alexis Graham; Sidney Graham, who lived in the home and became a sister; Ethan and Harper Moore; and Margaux Holley; a host of extended family and a plethora of animals; Ella's best friends, Jazmyne, Maria, McKenna and Stephanie; her favorite teacher from first grade, Ms. Stewart; and special family friends, Elliott, Karen, Lauren and Ashley.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, May 29, 2023 at Lakeshore Park at the Marble Hall, 5930 Lyons View Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919 between 4 PM and 9 PM. There will be a short dedication to Ella at 5 PM. Come love, laugh and enjoy life at this party for Ella. Food trucks and fun for kids will be available. If you already have plans for Memorial Day, then we ask you enjoy them in Ella's honor. In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choice. The family requests in memory of Ella, please wear bright, fun, and colorful clothing.
McGill Click Funerals & Cremations, 1366 Highway 72 N, Loudon. mcgillclick.com
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