Robert Edward WILLIS
WILLIS, Robert Edward June 16, 1940 – May 13, 2017 Peacefully in his 77th year surrounded by family, Robert passed Saturday evening into the arms of his Saviour. Robert was a proud husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to many. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Mary Lou. He will be missed dearly by his children Susan, Sharon (Barry), Mark, Walter (Mistie), Paul (Netasha) and Mary Ann (Ryan). Beloved Poppa to Kristen, Michael, Sheridan, Hunter, Jackson, Ethan, Laila, Olivia, Owen, Liam, Veron, Carter and Madison. Son of the late Walter and Mabel Willis. Loving brother of Joan (deceased) and Don, Carol and Walter, and Ruth. Son-in-law of the late Gordon and Jean Furry. Brother-in-law of Ada Pearl (George) (both deceased), Harry and Ruth, Bonnie (deceased) and Barry, George (deceased) and Darlene. Also survived by his Aunt Fern (Bretzler), and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Friends are invited to meet with the family Tuesday, May 16, 2017 from 2-4 and 7-9 at Hyde and Mott Chapel, 60 Main St. S., Hagersville. The funeral will be held at Highway Pentecostal Church, 4501 Hwy. #6, Hagersville on Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at 11 a.m. Interment Hagersville Cemetery, with a luncheon to follow back at the church. Those wishing to make a donation in Robert’s memory are asked to consider the Alzheimer Society, Gideons International or his home church, Highway Pentecostal Church. Special thanks to Dr. Miller and the amazing nursing staff at Norfolk General Hospital for the care they showed to Robert in his final days. www.rhbanderson.com