Eric Michael Ellison, 56, of Salisbury passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2015, at his residence surrounded by family. Eric was born on December 26, 1958 in Weirton, West Virginia a son of the late Betty Jo McCaskey Ellison and Charles August Ellison.

Eric was a graduate of Madonna High School in Weirton, West Virginia and a graduate of Marshall University with a BS Degree in Business Administration. He had worked for Lowes Home Improvement in Salisbury as long as his health allowed.

Survivors include, brother, Charles Craig Ellison of Rockwell; sister, Ronda Beth Swartzmiller of Weirton, West Virginia and several nieces and nephews.

Memorial Services will be held in Weirton, West Virginia at a later date.

Eric’s family would like to say a special thanks to Rowan Hospice & Palliative Care for their loving care.

Online condolences can be made to the Ellison family at www.carolinacremation.com. Carolina Cremation of Salisbury and Charlotte is assisting the Ellison Family.