Russell Willis Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Russell Willis of Hopedale, Illinois, born in Mackinaw, Illinois, who passed away on May 23, 2023, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. 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, Howard B. Willis and Margaret L. Dukes Willis; and his siblings, Ralph Willis and Carolyn Durdle. He is survived by: his wife Carol Schott; his sons, Danny Willis (Pat) of Hopedale, Darrin Willis (Rose) of Hopedale and Donny Willis (Annette) of Hopedale; his grandchildren, Kim Litwiller (Marc), Lori Milliken (Chad), Greg Willis (Amber), Trent Willis (Holly), Larry Maness (Rhonda), Mason Willis (Danielle), Clayton Willis (Logan Tyson), Monique Chavez, Tyler Bennet (Madison) and Alyssa Rivera (Hector); and his brother Richard Willis (Debra) of Augusta, GA.. He is also survived by 16 great grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to Willis Snowmobile Museum, Hopedale Rescue Squad, Hopedale Fire Department, or Hopedale Hospital.
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