Thomas W. Ellison, age 62 of Cottage Grove, MN, died unexpectedly on May 22, 2007. Survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Sharon; children, Cheryl (Michael) Gruhlke, Christopher (Amy); grandchildren, Amanda, Abigail, Madeline, Samantha, Dustan; siblings, Judy (Dan) Witt, Doug (Nancy), Pat (Mike) Rishavy, Larry (Linda), Jerry, Sue (John) Harrington, Janet (Dan) Carpenter, Laurie Henschell, Bob. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Preceded in death by parents, Donald and Marcella. Mass of Christian Burial Friday, May 25, 2007 at 10:30 AM at St. Rita?s Catholic Church, 8694 80th St., Cottage Grove, MN. Visitation Thursday, 4-8 PM at Kok Funeral Home, Cottage Grove, MN (651-459-2875) and one hour prior to service at church. Interment St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Cemetery.