William's obituary
to Tiffany Lockhart(Deceased) & Gregory Willis-Ricks.
“William” was proceeded in death by mother: Tiffany Lockhart,
6 siblings: Walter Willis, Richard Willis, Doris Willis, Renee Willis, Jeanette Willis, Victor Lee Willis.
“William” was such a good spokes person at the age of 9 he always wanted to become a pastor and he loved to share the Bible quotes with his friends and loved ones.
“William” was 10 when he was baptized at Faith Church in Arkansas under the leadership of Reverend. Daniel Collins.
“William” loved to see Reverend. Collins preach hard and shout, and sing old time gospel.
“William” had met the love of his life: Donna Mayweather. Them both had 5 amazing children, Three Girls: Yvonne Willis-Osama, Tina Willis- Brooks, Brittany Willis, Carlos Willis, Ethan Willis.
“William” became a pastor at a local church in Alabama where he preached for 19 years. William loved his Ebenezer Church family!
“William” was diagnosed with Colon Cancer at the age of 23 years old and been a warrior for years until it was time.
On August 24,2020 at 5:37 PM in DePaul hospital, Reverend William Willie Earl Willis, was called home to be with the lord. It’s all settled and done, this good and faithful servant is now resting in the arms of God.
“William” will leave his wife: Donna Mayweather- Willis, Five Children: Tina, Yvonne, Carlos, Brittany, Ethan. 5 grandchildren: Kyla Osama(Yvonne), DeAndre Osama(Yvonne), Ashley Brooks(Tina), Camari Brooks(Tina) , Kyle Willis(Carlos).
He will also Leave Eight Siblings: Cleo Willis, Sylvia Willis-Holton, Dammicka Willis, Antonio Willis, Joseph Willis, Da’Lasia Willis, Jada Willis, Jeremiah Mathis.
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