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1927
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2024
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Esther Willis Obituary
May 17, 1927 - December 30, 2024
Talbot, Georgia - Her story...
Esther Zell Howard Willis was born May 17, 1927, to the late Leonard and Leola Howard in Talbot County, Ga. She was reared along with six brothers and two sisters.
She was educated in Talbot County, Georgia school system. She was a firm believer in education and was proud of her eleven children, grand & great grandchildren, attending college and other professional schools.
She joined the Powell Missionary Baptist Church at an early age. Her early work experience was in the Peach Industry and her father's family food service business in Talbot County, Ga.
She was united in holy matrimony to Arthur Clarence Willis Sr, on July 19, 1947 , and to this union twelve children were born. She was proceeded in death by son James Gordy Willis at 5 months, her husband Arthur C. Willis Sr, and son Floyd Willis.
Her memories will be cherish and celebrate by her devoted children; Howard Willis, Calvin (Loretta) Willis, Willie Leornard (Sylvia) Willis, Arthur (Emma Jean)Willis Jr., Faye Willis, Dorothy Jones, Terrie Patterson, Hilda (La Juan) Ford, Jammie (Peggy) Willis and Maurice Willis. One daughter in law ; Patricia Willis, three Sister in laws Henrietta Howard, Mandy Howard and Catherine Howard. She leaves 23 grandchildren, and 17 great grandchildren. As well, as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other family members.
Professional Services Entrusted to:
TERRY FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, LLC.
145 North College StreetPost Office Box 393.
Hamilton, Georgia 31811.
Office: 706-628-2828/Fax: 706-628-929229.
www.terryffh.com.
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