In Remembrance Of
Ellis LaFollette
Ellis LaFollette, 99, of Frazier, MO passed away, September 9, 2026.
He was born on January 21, 1927, to Grover and Eadith (Deakins) LaFollette in St. Joseph, MO. Ellis grew up near Frazier and graduated from Gower High School in 1944. He then served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII.
On June 17, 1950, at Seven Dolores Church in Hurlingen, Missouri he was united in marriage to Ermagene Elizabeth Strube. After their marriage they lived in the Frazier Community where they farmed and raised eleven children. His wife, Ermagene, preceded him in death on March 29, 2008.
Ellis worked at Quaker Oats, General Motors, St Joseph Manufacturing Company and retired from Snorkel after 32 years.
He was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Easton, Knights of Columbus, Catholic Order of Foresters and the American Legion Post 287. He was a 4-H Leader for the Frazier 4-H Club.
Ellis was also preceded in death by his parents; infant brother; his sister, Ruby (Tom) Gibson; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Alfred and Kathleen Strube; son, Ronald LaFollette; and grandchildren, Crystal Adkins, Charlie Adkins and Brent LaFollette.
He is survived by his children, Richard (MaryAnn) LaFollette, Randy (Kathy) LaFollette, Jeanel Adkins (Ronnie), Rodney (Ann) LaFollette, Roger (Joy) LaFollette, Jana (David) Franklin, Robert (Jean) LaFollette, Jill Hendricks, Jolene (Ron) LaFollette, Russell (Pam) LaFollette; twenty-seven grandchildren, forty great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Rosary at 6:00 p.m. with visitation following until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 15th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower.
Mass of Christian Burial: 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 16th at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Easton, MO.
Burial with Military Honors: St. Joseph Cemetery, Easton, MO.
Donations may be made to the Knights of Columbus.
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Service Details
St. Joseph Cemetery, Easton, MO.
Rosary at 6:00 p.m. with visitation following until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 15th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower.
1:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 16th at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Easton, MO.
Comments & condolences
7 comments
Jennifer “Reed” Voltmer
My prayers and condolences go out to the Lafollette family. I have very fond memories spending time with this family. One memory that sticks in my mind is the swing that set in the front yard that ran off a car battery. Mr. Lafollette had made this swing and did we have fun with .
Clifford Bailey
I had the pleasure of working with Ellis for the last 25 years. . I enjoyed the yearly sit down visits with Ellis every winter to plan next springs seed and crop needs and mostly listen to stories of where he had been and where he had worked. I especially enjoyed the World War II stories and on occasion he would show me some pictures he had saved. He was especially proud of the work and the things he had helped build and manufacture over the many decades and often talked about his children and family. Most likely I only got bits and pieces of a much more colorful, long life and I am very glad to have had the opportunity!! His name came up often in good conversation with others and he will be missed for sure.
Bob Spencer
Roger shared the news with me the morning he passed.
He was probably the first man I ever truly respected.
I know it hurts but he had a hell of a good run !
Having had the honor to be one of the many “12th kids” that grew up in and around the family and farm I can’t express what those years still mean to me.
So many stories and just as many lessons.
I’ll forever cherish being able to look around the table at a family that would never forget where they came from and the value of family and friends.
I appreciate y’all treating me like one of your own.
Much love to everyone,
You’re in our prayers
“Bobby” 🙏
Franklin and Catherine Barton and Buena Hake
So sorry for your loss.
Meredith Robbins
Jeanel and family – I am so very sorry to learn about the loss of Ellis. He was such a great friend to Grandma Norine, and she definitely looked forward to his morning calls, which usually stemmed from the weather report and the farm report and anything else that was going on. He was so faithful to visit her, and she cherished his visits, and, well, looked forward to him bringing her the newspapers and he also took her to many fish fries and drives, Due to health concerns among the family, I will be unable to attend the services. Please know that we send our heartfelt sympathy during this time.
Meredith Robbins
David & Vickie Harley
“May God bless and comfort you and your family during this difficult period; please accept my sincere condolences.” “My heart goes out to you and your family on the passing of your , father ,grandfather and best friend, know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.” “I’m sorry for your loss, with time and courage you will sail through these rough waters.”
Mike and Sandy Schweder
So very sorry for the loss of your father, you are all in our prayers and thoughts.