Kenneth Paul Ellis, 67 of Erie, Pa. passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2020. He was born on Wednesday, December 17, 1952 in Erie, Pa, to Kennetha Kay Paul and the late Vearnell Ellis.

He is a graduated of Academy High School. After graduating he enlisted the United Stated Marine Corp serving from 1973 – 1975, when he was honorably discharged. During his time of service Kenneth was awarded the "Good Conduct Medal."

After returning home to Erie Stiches was a machine operator and mechanic. One of his favorite hobbies was to build and repair model cars, along with fishing on Lake Erie and bike riding.

In 1982 stiches married the former Doris Harris to this union two sons were born Vearnell and Marcus. Stiches has two other sons Jamar Atkinson and Clarence Conley.

In addition to his father Stiches was preceded in death by his brother George and grandson Kimar.

He leaves to cherish his memory, mother Kennetha Kay Paul; wife Doris; sons ,Vearnell, Marcus, Jamar & Clarence; three sisters, Stacy, Deidra & Tiffany; six brothers, Steve, Anthony, Grover, Glen, Kevin, Eric & Mike. One granddaughter, Marlayla, one grandson Marcus Jr. and a host of other relatives and friends.