Debra L. Cross Ellison

Debra L. Cross Ellison, age 64, of Greenback, formerly of Loudon, went to be with the Lord on August 11, 2026. She was a 1981 graduate of Loudon High School. She had a kind heart and would help anyone she could. She was an avid doll collector and a member of Old Fashioned Independent Missionary Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Patricia Ellison; mother, Barbara Cross; father, Thomas Selvidge; and grandparents, Lester “Pappy” and Effie Cross.

She is survived by her son, Ricky Lee Ellison; grandson, Jason Crowder (Mackenzie); aunt, Linda Thompson (Dwaine); special friend, Rebel De-Jesus; and special cousin, Annette Kiser (Mike); and extended family members.

The family will receive friends on Friday, August 21, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 PM at Loudon Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 7:00 PM, with Jim Manis officiating. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Cloyds Creek Cemetery.