Frank D. Willis Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on April 4, 2026 in Hickory, North Carolina

Frank D. Willis Jr.

October 27, 1928 - April 4, 2026 (97 years old)

Hickory, North Carolina

Frank D. Willis Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on April 4, 2026 in Hickory, North Carolina

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Frank D. Willis Jr.

October 27, 1928 - April 4, 2026 (97 years old)

Hickory, North Carolina

Frank D. Willis Jr. Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Frank D. Willis Jr. (Hickory, North Carolina), whose life came to an end on April 4, 2026 at the age of 97, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Frank D. Willis Jr. to show support.

As Frank departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Frank. Though Frank may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He is survived by: his wife Sarah Marshall Willis; his son Adam E. Willis (Meredith); his sister Suella Jones; and his niece Meredith Woods.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Catawba Valley Wildlife Club, P O Box 544, Hickory, NC 28603, Catawba Science Center, P O Box 2431, Hickory, NC 28603, or Piedmont Council of Boy Scouts, P O Box 1059, Gastonia, NC 28054.

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