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David Wills Obituary

David Leigh Wills, 50, of Roanoke, Va., beloved father, son, and brother was suddenly taken to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 27, 2008. He is now a part of the glory of Heaven and helping make Heaven the happy, fun, and loving place he always made his place on earth. He is preceded in death by his father, Harold Mcllean Wills. Mr. Wills attended Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church and worked at Cavalier Equipment in Cloverdale for 23 years. He survived by his mother, Annice Boyd Wills; daughters, Stephanie Ann Wills, and Samantha "Sam" Arron Wills; brothers, Timothy Michael Wills and wife, Karen, John Cornelius Wills and wife, Patricia, Phillip Brian Wills, and Paul Joseph Wills; sister, Ina Wills Link and husband, Don; nephews, John Lee Wills, Jason Brian Wills, Jesse Wills, and Benjamin Wills; nieces, Andrea Lawhorn Jones, Miranda Wills, Laurin Ann Link, Annice Marie Link, Ashley Wills Nute, and Lindsay Wills; five great-nieces and nephews; and his "Little Buddy" Moses, his German Shepherd. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. on Monday, December 1, 2008, at Oakey's South Chapel. Interment will follow in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. on Sunday, November 30, 2008, at Oakey's South Chapel, 540-989-3131.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Nov. 29 to Nov. 30, 2008.

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Thurman Tyson

December 11, 2008

The Family of Dave Wills: As the former Superintendent of Environmental Services in Rocky Mount, NC, I was truly saddened to learn of Dave's passing. Not only was he a very knowledgeable representative for the heavy equipment he helped us acquire, he was a friend. I looked forward to his visits, he had this chuckle of a laugh and a great big smile. We would sit and talk, much about his girls and his cars, his son and life in general. I will truly miss him! To Sam: I remember you accompanying your Dad on trips. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

larry smith

December 7, 2008

Sorry for your loss Phillip, Ina, and Mrs. Wills. We are thinking of you all, Larry and Buster

Susan Beck

December 3, 2008

To the Wills family. I was saddened to hear about Dave. I am the Purchasing Agent for Dare County and have done business with Dave for years. He would always come early to the Bids and we would talk about our families. I want you to know how much he loved his family. His daughters were his life. I will miss Dave. His was an honest man and a true gentleman.

Edward Mann

December 3, 2008

To the Wills family. Dave was a kind, gentle, and pleasant man. He always had time to sit down and visit before he got down to business. He was very proud of his daughters. Dave will be missed at Dare County Public Works. May God bless you and comfort you during this difficult time.

Roland Bowser

December 3, 2008

To the daughters and family, Your father was such a professional and I will always remember his friendship from Cavalier Equipment. My heart goes out to both of you at this time and in the days ahead.

Matt Graybill

December 2, 2008

I got to know David well, and my thoughts are with you all. We are sorry for your loss

Barry Sink

December 2, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. David was a very likable person and we enjoyed having the priviledge of working with him in the past years. He had many friends at the Franklin County Landfill (Rocky Mount, VA).

Wanda Wills

December 2, 2008

To All of the Wills family, I am so sorry for the loss of David. He was such a kind person and I know he would want all of you to be happy that he is in Heaven. His girls were literally the light of his life and I know they will be lost without him, just carry on girls and keep your memories of your Dad close to your heart, we all loved David. I miss him also and think about fond memories of him.

Sherry & Brent Beckner

December 2, 2008

Dear Samantha and Stephanie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time. Just know you have many people who love you and will do anything they can to help you. Your Dad loved you both very much and wanted only the best for you. You will be with him again one day and until then, he will be watching over you. Although his passing was a shock, it is a blessing he passed peacefully and did not suffer. We love you girls.

jo ann woody

December 1, 2008

To John & Sam
Your dad will be sadly missed, Sam, he loved you so much and wanted you to do well in life. So please put your trust in God as he will be the only one to guide you in the right direction. John, I know this is very hard for you, as you and David were like twins where you seen one the other was close behind, Ihope you will see fit to take Sam under your wing as I am sure that would be the way David would have wanted it. Just remember David has alot of true friends and would do anything for your family, just please ask if you need anything. Greg Terry and Jo Ann Woody and Store 2040 Advance Auto Parts Gang we send our prayers and thoughts to John and Sam and family during this tough time. As David was like a part of the Advance Family. Our prayers are with you!!

Colleen Jennings Moore

December 1, 2008

I am so sad to hear of David's passing. I remember him as a gentle person with caring eyes. I know you will miss him greatly. I believe he was in school with my brother, Frank, who has been ill himself. I know how much we love our little brothers. No matter how they tower over us, they are still our "little" brothers. I pray your fond memories and knowing he is present with the Lord will sustain you in the coming months and years. Love, Colleen Jennings Moore

Rhonda Rader

December 1, 2008

We are so sorry to hear of David's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Jimmy (Pop Pop) Cassell
Kira, Magen and Rhonda Rader

Robert Adkins

December 1, 2008

To All The Will's Family,
I am still in shock of David's passing.He was one of God's finest. A good friend,father,and a great brother-in-law to me.Like you all,my heart is broken over such a loss.Please contact me if any of you feel the need and I am praying for you Stephanie and Samantha.

Sincerely, Uncle Bobby

December 1, 2008

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for your loss. The love of family and friends will give you strength. May you draw comfort from the scriptures. Hebrews 11:1 reads - "Faith is the assured expectation of things hoped for, the evident demonstration of realities though not beheld." You are in my prayers.

Mark Powell

November 30, 2008

To a good friend and great competitor Dave was to me, my prayers are with the daughter's and family god bless you and speed you through this loss to us all.

Jody Giacoman

November 30, 2008

We are truly sorry to hear about David's passing. Our hearts and prayers are with all of your family. We have such fond childhood memories of him. He was a treasure.
The Giacoman Family

Barry and Susie Boyd

November 30, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We along with Iris Boyd had intended to come to Roanoke today to the visitation but weather has prevented it.

Jay Abercrombie

November 30, 2008

So Sorry to hear of your loss. I will be praying for your family.

Michelle Smith

November 29, 2008

Stephanie and Sam,
My thoughts and prayers are with you always. I loved going to your house and talking to your dad he always treated me like a third daughter. I will miss him but I know he is in heaven smiling down on us at this moment. Stay strong with God and he will see you through. If you need anything at all I am just a phone call away.
Love you,
*Michelle*

Kirk and Judy Gibson

November 29, 2008

We are so sorry about David's unexpected passing and our heart go out to the family. I remember meeting Sam's Dad at church and he was such a nice person. Earth's loss is Heaven's gain, and I know he is walking with Jesus right now. May it help to remember that you will see David again one day, never again to be parted. May God give the family comfort and peace during this sad time.

Bobbi Forehand

November 29, 2008

Dear Wills Family Members,

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time.

May your faith and loving memories of David see you through.

Aaron Lyles

November 29, 2008

To the Wills family: Stay strong. I go to school with Samantha and was schocked to learn of David's passing. The family will be in my prayers during this difficult time. Contact me if you need anything, please do not hesitate

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