James Willis Obituary
In loving memory of James Willis of Spartanburg, South Carolina, who departed this world on January 28, 2026 at the age of 89. James leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Willis to pay them a last tribute.
Though James has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
He was predeceased by: his wife Rachel Rebecca Evans Willis; his parents, Grady Willis and Virginia Threadgill Willis; his son Thomas Phelps Willis; and his brother Harold Willis.
He is survived by: his children, James P. Willis, II (Kerrie) of Spartanburg and Robin Willis Brown (Kenny) of Chesnee; and his granddaughter Rebecca Kendall Brown (Rick Stabler). He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
