Orion Watson Willis DDS Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on December 6, 2023, at the age of 69, Orion Watson Willis DDS (Portsmouth, Virginia) passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lillian Watson Willis and Hayes Elijah Willis III; and his brother Dr. Hayes E. Willis. He is survived by: his siblings, Cheryl Willis Hudson (Wade) and Roderick C. Willis (Margaret); his nieces and nephews, Katura Hudson, Janaya Willis Ogunware (Anthony), Roderick C. Willis II and Stephan J. Hudson; and his cousin Watson-Carter-Willis-Hudson. He is also survived by seven grand-nieces and grand-nephews.
For those who've inquired, we are asking that in lieu of flowers you consider making a donation in Orion's name to the Hayes E. Willis scholarship, which supports Black students in Portsmouth and Richmond who are pursuing careers in health and medicine. Please follow this link to donate!
