William Lewis Ellis
Historical marker location:(January 25, 1861 - August 6, 1916)
Sheriff of Baylor County 1912-1916. A champion of the law, he was feared by the many rustlers and bandits in the area. He gave his life in the line of duty.
First wife was Barnetta (Ashton); second, Sarah E. (Scott). He was Presbyterian.
Recorded--1969
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