Gerald Willis's obituary , Passed away on April 13, 2026 in Saint Johns, Michigan

Gerald Willis

May 22, 1951 - April 13, 2026 (74 years old)

Saint Johns, Michigan

Gerald Willis's obituary , Passed away on April 13, 2026 in Saint Johns, Michigan

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ponder Funeral Home

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Gerald Willis

May 22, 1951 - April 13, 2026 (74 years old)

Saint Johns, Michigan

Gerald Willis Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Gerald Willis of Saint Johns, Michigan, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on April 13, 2026 at the age of 74. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Gerald may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Floyd Willis and Kathleen Willis; and his siblings, Lonnie Willis, Billy Willis, Kathy Willis, Mary Willis and Rosetta Willis.

He is survived by: his sisters, Karon Riley of St. Johns, Geraldine Griggs of Jackson and Anita Willis of East Prairie, Missouri; his brother-in-law Jim Russell of St. Johns, Michigan; and his daughter Mari Wilson of St. Johns, Michigan. He is also survived by three other children and various nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and one great grandson.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ponder Funeral Home



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