James Medford Willis's obituary , Passed away on August 10, 2025 in Hallsville, Missouri

James Medford Willis

August 14, 1930 - August 10, 2025 (94 years old)

Hallsville, Missouri

James Medford Willis's obituary , Passed away on August 10, 2025 in Hallsville, Missouri

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Fenton Funeral Chapel

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James Medford Willis

August 14, 1930 - August 10, 2025 (94 years old)

Hallsville, Missouri

James Medford Willis Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate James Medford Willis of Hallsville, Missouri, whose life came to an end on August 10, 2025 at the age of 94, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Denver C. Willis and Bertha M. Willis (Case); his wife Wanda Gail Griggs; and his siblings, Virginia "Grace" Deason, Bertha "Irene" Knigge, Beulah "Mae" Sapp, Bessie Himelright, Dorothy Burge, Katherine Johnson, Alvin Willis, Roy Willis, Denver "Bud" Willis and William "Bill" Willis.

He is survived by: his daughter Cheri; his granddaughters, Kayla Miller (Travis) of Jefferson City and Kelsey Lander (Jon) of Fulton; and his great grandchildren, Jayce Miller, Braiden Miller, Grayson Miller and Dixie Lander. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations are suggested to the Hallsville Baptist Church or the Missouri Veterans Home in Mexico and may be sent in care of Fenton-Kendrick Funeral Home, 104 S. Collier St. Centralia, MO 65240.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Fenton Funeral Chapel



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104 S Collier St, Centralia, MO 65240

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104 S Collier St, Centralia, MO 65240

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