Richard Ellis, 71, former Iola resident died Sunday, September 20, 2015, at his home in Ste. Genevieve, Missouri. Richard was born March 6, 1944. He graduated from Iola High School in 1962 and served in the United States Army. Cremation has taken place. SERVICES: Memorial graveside services will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday September 25, 2015, in the LaHarpe Cemetery in LaHarpe, Kansas. To sign the guestbook online or to leave a condolence go to www.iolafuneral.com.