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BORN
1948
DIED
2025
John (Jack) Willis Obituary
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Kristy, daughters Monica and Allison, granddaughters Karina, Samantha, Elizabeth, grandson Cole, and great granddaughter Hadley.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mesa, AZ on January 5, 2026, 11:00AM with private burial at GAR in Snohomish, WA at a later date. A celebration of his life will be on April 25, 2026 at the Monroe Swiss Hall in Monroe, WA
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Doug and Nadya Matuska
January 14, 2026
We are so sorry for your loss, Kristy. We have so many wonderful memories of you and Jack over the years that you were next-door neighbors to my mom and dad in Mount Vernon! Jack would wheel over his soft serve ice cream machine to my folks house, loaded with soft serve for all the Matuskas to enjoy on our family celebrations, and he'd invite us over to jump in your pool. Jack was so warm and caring, and fun! What wonderful memories! We pray for God's peace and comfort for you and your family.
Our deepest sympathies, Doug and Nadya Matuska (and Jeanne too)
Steve Kester
January 10, 2026
The Willis kids and the Kester kids grew up together on Springhetti Road in the Snohomish Valley south of town. Lots kids in the farming area and lots of fun. Jack was about the same age as my youngest brother John. George, a little old matched my brother Richard age wise. And I was in the same age as Jeannine. Jack came from a wonderful Family. Our parents and theirs were also close....sharing their live, kids and challenges growing up in the 40s and 50s. Most ALL are gone now, missed and forever in our HEARTS. Steve Kester
Trish McGivern
December 16, 2025
Jack will be deeply missed by all. I so enjoyed getting to know he and Kristi this summer. My heart and prayers go out to the family. RIP Jack!!
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Roberta Bielser
December 14, 2025
Jack was such a sweet man. He would fill in as a sub for pinocle when needed. Always fun playing with him, and he always loved thd food I brought. Made me feel good.
My heart goes out to Kristy and the girls. Never easy to lose someone so special, but this time of year, even harder. Big hugs Kristy.
Todd Kester
December 14, 2025
Jack was a great guy and always eager to talk about the Huskies when I saw him. All our condolences,
Todd & Jill Kester
Kathleen Coutts
December 14, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I talked to John and Kristy many times in the pool and enjoyed our conversations that we had. So sorry to hear of his passing.
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