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Willie Whitehead Obituary

Willie "Billy" Whitehead, Jr. Lansing Age 69, was born April 4, 1941 Albion, Michigan to Willie and Middie Whitehead and passed away on July 3, 2010. He attended Washington Gardner High School in Albion. Billy joined the Navy in 1960 and served honorably until April, 1964 and later returned to Albion. He married his wife of almost 50 years, Sandra Cheek, in 1960 and they relocated to Lansing in 1967. Billy was employed by the Oldsmobile Division of General Motors of over 31 years. He was preceded in death by: his father, Willie Whitehead, Sr.; two brothers, Phillip and Robert; three sisters, Patsy Ann, Lena and Ella Jane. Survivors include: his wife, Sandra; sons, Kym and Timothy; mother, Middie Whitehead; nephew, Cedric Whitehead; niece, Renee Woodward; and a host of relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held Monday, July 12, 11:00 a.m., at Trinity AME Church, 3500 W. Holmes Road. Arrangements entrusted to Riley Funeral Home.

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Jul. 9, 2010.

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July 23, 2010

Sandy,
I am so sorry to hear of Billy's homegoing. I just heard about it from Bill. He was sadden by the fact that no one could reach him. Be strong and keep the faith. Velma Donald (Atlanta, Ga)

Alice Wood

July 16, 2010

Sandy: So Sorry to see the article of Billy's passing. We will always remember the Christmas parties at Glorietta's. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Alice Wood (Eaton Rapids, MI)

Debi Dechow

July 12, 2010

Sandy,
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.

James and Janice Fairley

July 11, 2010

Deepest condolences to the Whitehead family. May your fondest memories sustain you and give you peace. God bless you all. Old Albion friends are never forgotten.

Love and prayers

Katie Reid

July 11, 2010

Sandra, My heart and prayers go out to you and the family. Billy was my friend. You will always have your precious memories of the love you two shared,the good times,the bad times and everything in between. He will always be with you.

Doretha Blair

July 10, 2010

Sandy, my condolences to you and the family. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers.

James & Frankie Preston

July 10, 2010

Sandra and Family,
We are truly, truly sorry to hear of your loss. We love you and Bill very much and will keep you in our prayers.

Juanita Kennedy

July 10, 2010

Sandra,
Both Isabella and I were sad to hear that you had lost your Billy. Our thoughts are with you and we send you prayers for peace of mind and of spirit during this difficult time. From all of us at Everett...take care.

Mylice Hitchcock, Steve and Marla Cole

July 9, 2010

Sandy,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in our prayers.

July 9, 2010

Sandra, We are so sorry to hear about Billy's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family. Tris and Dana

July 9, 2010

Sandy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers and hugs. Sue-Lansing MI

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