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Gordon Churchill Willis

Roanoke Valley, Virginia

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Roanoke Valley, Virginia
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Alzheimer's Association

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Gordon Churchill Willis, 90, was born on April 5, 1920 and died on December 17, 2010. He was the youngest son of Bess and Holman Willis. He is survived by his three children, Judy Crump, Cynthia Creamer and Gordon Willis, Jr., all of Roanoke; eight grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren;...

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Wishing God's peace to the family as you thank God for the gifts you've received from your father/grandfather.

What an inspriring life and legacy. Our thoughts are with the family during this difficult holiday season.

May God bless you as you celebrate the life of your lost loved one. I never met Mr. Willis, Sr., but I have heard many wonderful stories about his life, his devotion, his kindness, and his work ethic. My deepest sympathies...

Roanoke has lost a wonderful man. When I think of a Virginia Gentleman ,I think of Gordon. Just a kind and generous Man. He will be missed by all that knew and loved him. My prayers are with all the family.
Bootie Bell Chewning

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time. My father, John Roche, always considered it a blessing to move to Roanoke to work for Mr. Willis. He was always so kind to my family and supportive to me as I pursued my degree in education. Mr. Willis will certainly be missed but always remembered. May God bless all of you and keep you in his loving care.

I did not know Mr Willis personally, but my uncle was Carroll Bayne Manley, who worked with Mr Willis for many years, and I lived in Hunting Hills for a few years before moving out of state, and so I feel it only right to extend my sympathies to the family. May God bless all of you.

May God Bless You and Your family during this time of sorrow.

Charles & Robyn Sledd
Rocky Mount, VA

Gordon was a true mentor to me througout my career as a builder here in the Roanoke Valley. A man of majestic integrity and vision that I was honored to know and learn from....As you enter the life triumphant you are a shining example of "well done my good and loyal servant" for you certainly left this area much better than you found it for all who live nad work here.

I was a corporate pilot for Mr.Willis's company in the early 80's and had the opportunity to fly him and his family members many times. He was always a gracious, kind and respectful gentlemen to me and to all his business associates who travelled with him. My condolences to his family and close friends.