Jerry Willis Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Jerry Willis (Tupelo, Mississippi), whose life came to an end on April 24, 2024 at the age of 87, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Jerry Willis to show support.
He was predeceased by : his parents, Levi D. Willis and Minnie Dove Smith Willis; and his brothers, Robert Willis, L. D. Willis (Betty Sue) of Victor Willis, R. C., Smythe Willis and Billy Joe Willis (Evelyn).
He is survived by : his wife Caroline Willis; his children, Gregg (Kim) and Lynn Sanderson (Roger) of Mooreville, Mississippi; his grandchildren, McKenna Tipton (Parker) of Mooreville, Tyler Willis of Roswell, Georgia and Olivia (Gage); his great grandchildren, Grae and Riley Tipton of Mooreville; his sister Patricia "Wanda" Willis Rogers of Jacksonville, Florida; and his brother-in-law Gary Thomas Powell of Tupelo, Mississippi. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Friday, April 26th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Pegues Funeral Directors - Tupelo (535 W Jefferson St, Tupelo, MS 38804). A funeral service was held on Friday, April 26th 2024 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the same location.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, PO Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101.