Jennifer Leigh Ellis

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jennifer Leigh Ellis, beloved musician, educator, and cherished friend, who departed this life on August 29, 2025, at the age of 48. Born on March 16, 1977, in Detroit, Michigan, Jennifer touched countless lives with her passion for music and dedication to education.

Jennifer was a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., an organization that embodied her commitment to excellence, service, and sisterhood. Her love for music and education was evident in everything she did, as she inspired students to find their own voices and express their creativity. Jennifer held a Bachelor's Degree and devoted her career to nurturing the minds and souls of young learners, imparting wisdom and a love for the arts.

To honor Jennifer's remarkable life, a public viewing will be held on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM at the James H. Cole Home for Funerals - Northwest Chapel. A Family Hour will be held from 6:00pm - 7:00pm and The Alpha Kappa Alpha - Ivy Beyond the Wall ceremony will be held at 7:00 PM. We invite friends and family to come together to celebrate her legacy and pay their respects.

A funeral service will then take place on Thursday, September 11th, at 11:00 AM, also at the James H. Cole Home for Funerals - Northwest Chapel. Prior to the service, a Family Hour will be held at 10:30 AM.

Following the service, Jennifer will be laid to rest at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Southfield, MI, where we will honor her life and the beautiful melodies she brought into our world.

Jennifer Leigh Ellis will be deeply missed, but her spirit will forever resonate through the music she loved and the lives she touched.