Tom Ellison
 

Tom Ellison of Ellison's Engine Service in Cincinnati, Ohio passed away yesterday after a short battle with cancer. His machine shop built many class engines for Stock, Super Stock, and Modified in the 60's through the 80's. He was 71.

Re: Tom Ellison
 

Very sad news, I can remember when i started racing years ago seeing countless of stockers and superstockers with the ELLISON MACHINE logos painted on them. Our thoughts are with his family...

Re: Tom Ellison
 

Thoughts and Prays go out to Tom's family. Tom and Mike did a lot of work for my Dad over the years.

Re: Tom Ellison
 

Very sad news ,Tom was a really nice guy ,our prayers go out to his family.
RIP Tom.
Jerry & Patty Terry

Re: Tom Ellison
 

Tom was a wonderful human being and a good friend. He will be missed.

Re: Tom Ellison
 

Todd, is that the guy that helped you put together an engine during Indy, so you could make first round?

Re: Tom Ellison
 

RIP Tom. A good man and engine builder...

Re: Tom Ellison
 

Yes Jim, he worked with me for 2 days in 90+ degree heat to get another engine back in the car. We had to finish a shortblock, fix 4 bent valves in the heads, and built an oil pan. At 70 years old. He was great, and the only reason I made it back. It was an experience I'll never forget. Just wish I could of held up my end by getting past first round. I only got to know him for a short time, but he left a lasting impression on me that I'll always remember. RIP Tom, and God speed..

Re: Tom Ellison
 

As you can see by the shirts and the decal on the fender. Tom was one of the best back in the day many good and fast racers used his shop.

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Re: Tom Ellison
 

RIP old friend. You will be sorely missed by the racing community.