Ronald Lee Willis

We shared many stories and connected on Nami connection meetings starting in 2020. Ron was a gentle kind soul who saw the beauty in life and had the gift of showing empathy to others . Wayne Johnson

I knew Ron during college, and liked him very much. We lost track, as often happens, but did seem him a couple of times during the last 2 decades. He was quiet, thoughtful, and likable.

Ron was the first person I made a connection with @ NAMI. Really appreciated his deep sense of curiosity about life, the universe & everything. Ron's presence AND contributions in group meetings will be greatly missed. Am grateful to have shared several seasons of life's journey with a kindred spirit.

Thank you to each of you who have shared messages about the ways you have known Ron and the impact he had on your life, on Stephanie's life and family and the lives of so many peers in his NAMI family. We are all grieving Ron's death and will miss him so much. The world is a better place because he was a part of it and he has taught us all so much. He left in large letters on the blackboard in his home "THANK YOU!" With caring, sadness and gratitude for your support, his sister,...

Ron will never be forgotten.

I´d like to say I´m truly sorry for your loss. My mom just passed away almost 2 months ago. My thoughts are truly with all of Ron´s family. Ron and I met with a couple months apart in 2011. We went through a log but he was always by my side helping me as well as I hoped I helped him. I enjoyed our phone calls. And I will really miss his hugs. Everyone knew Ron didn´t care for that kind of touching but every so often he would say he really needed a hug. That was nice. I´m glad he is with...

No one did more for NAMI and the people he touched

Ron was a great guy. He was a great friend. I got to know him through the Stitches group at NAMI. And later on at other groups held on Zoom. He always asked about my little dog, MiChi, who I would bring in her carrier. I will really miss him. He always was a good listener and conversationalist. My condolences to all.

Ron's humor and perspective will be sorely missed. He was a great guy and a delight to have as part of our family.