Ilena Willhite Obituary
The family of Ilena Willhite of Mountain Grove, Missouri announces her passing on November 1, 2026. Ilena, born on November 16, 1938 in Norwood, Missouri, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Ilena Willhite or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her mother Emily Elizabeth Snavley (Stucki); her former husband Frank Bolt; her father Joe Snavely; and her siblings, Rev. Joe Snavely, Rev. John Snavely, James "Jim" Snavely, Wilma Easter, Alice Kingsland and Helen Snavely.
She is survived by: her husband Leo Willhite; her daughters, Marcia DeRoin, Tamra Kuster and Regina Nicolay Parrish (Jerry); her stepsons, Terry Willhite, Shane Willhite and Scotty Willhite; her siblings, Rev. Jerry Snavely (Judy), Delta Forrest, Donna Bennett and Brenda McGrotha (Pat); and her grandchildren, Treff DeRoin (Elisabet), Ressa Zimmerman, Tami Kibby (Rob), Kayla Vandiver (Jason), Cassie Smith (Ethan), Jake DeRoin, Reanna Cook (Adrian) and Eli Kuster. She is also survived by 29 great-grandchildren, 7 great-great-grandchildren, and many other extended family.
Visitation was held on Friday, November 6th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the Craig-Hurtt Funeral Home - Mountain Grove (315 N Main St, Mountain Grove, MO 65711). A funeral service was held on Friday, November 6th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the same location. A burial was held on Friday, November 6th 2026 at the Thomas Cemetery.
