Earl Willis Jr. Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Earl Willis Jr. of Brusly, Louisiana, born in Plaquemine, Louisiana, who passed away on December 29, 2025 at the age of 69. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Earl "Red" Willis and Joy Ourso Willis; his father-in-law Dan Kane; and his godfather Nicky Ourso. He is survived by: his wife Danette K. Willis; his children, Brittany Vincent (Anatole), Courtney Purpera (Dale, Jr.) and Parker Willis (Marki); his grandchildren, Drake, Cooper, Alyce Vincent, Coy, Dailyn, Kace Purpera, Maggie Louise and Rowdy Willis; his siblings, Althea Ourso (Frank), Brian Willis (Charlotte), Willie Falcon (Al) and Erik Willis (Patty); his mother-in-law Betty Kane; and his sister-in-law Vicki Strickland (Danny). He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Wilbert Funeral Home Inc

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January 7, 2026

Laura Gaupp wrote a sympathy message

“Danette, We are so very sorry for your sudden loss. There are no words to fill your void. May you and your family be blessed with all the wonderful memories of Bubba's life. Laura and John Gaupp”

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St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
402 S Kirkland St, Brusly, LA 70719

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St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
402 S Kirkland St, Brusly, LA 70719

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St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Cemetery
402 S Kirkland St, Brusly, LA 70719

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