Obbie "Obie" Willis III

Obbie, Reevi and family, I am devastated to hear about Obbie. I am so sorry. He was a kind person, I knew him in his younger days but he was so sweet and funny. I am so sorry for your loss. Toni and Coby Kotzur

Reevie, I just found out about Obie. I'm just beside myself. You raised such an amazing individual! I can't imagine what you are going through. I apologize for not being there for you when you needed it most! Please call me if you ever need to talk, my number has not changed.
I just adored Obie. My entire family did. Obie and I had just been talking about grabbing lunch, but it was postponed. I couldn't regret that more than I do now. Obie was the sweetest pseudo-son I could ever have. Such a beautiful soul. He will live on in my heart. What an incredible loss for you, your family, and everyone who knew him. My deepest sympathy and condolences to your sweet family.

My heart breaks for the Willis family. I am so sad to hear of what happened. He always had a smile on his face. So kind, sweet, smart, and always so cheerful. He will be missed dearly and we will have you all in our hearts and prayers.

My sincere condolences for your loss of an incredible and amazing young man. He was a light that no one could ever put out. You all are continually in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless and keep you.

I share the last 2 verses from the poem EPITAPH by Merrit Malory

"You can love me most
By letting hands touch hands
By letting bodies touch bodies
And by letting go of children
That need to be free

Love doesn't die
People do
So, when all that's left of me is love
Give me away"

Condolences from Hope Green

Reevie, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful boy. You and your family are in my heart and my prayers.

Reevie, you and your family are in my prayers.

I went to nursing school with Obbie. He was one of the best classmates, always lifting everyone up. Gone too soon! Sending prayers to your family during this holiday season.

He was one of the kindest most amazing people I ever had the pleasure of meeting... I'm at a loss for words... I'm so sorry and sending all the love I have to offer to friends and family of this amazing human being... we lost an incredible soul...

I was so blessed to work with Obbie at the Plaza and East. He always had a bright smile, kind soul, and would do anything to ensure the night went smooth. He will greatly be missed. My prayers are with all his friends and family during this time. Thank you Obbie for allowing us to be your friends and coworkers

Reevie my heart breaks for you. What a fine young man you raised. This never makes sense in life other than God needed him to make the rest of us better somehow. I didn´t know your son but from what I understand he was kind, loving and very compassionate nurse. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

I only knew Obbie briefly, but even in that short time, his presence left a mark. Watching him interact with others, the calm and kindness he carried was palpable his energy was warm and welcoming.

Though our words were few, his energy spoke volumes. The world has truly lost a gem, and I feel grateful to have witnessed even a small piece of his light. Rest in peace, Obbie.

Oh Reevie, I just heard this awful tragic news. I cannot imagine the grief, pain, and sorrow you are feeling. I am truly sorry for the loss of your wonderful son! My heart breaks for you! He will be missed! Heaven gained a true angel and he will continue to do great things there! Please take care of yourself and wishing you and your family some peace in this difficult time. You are loved!

I am so sorry for the loss of a beautiful soul. Obbie just had a way to just make you smile and just look at the positive side of life. It was a blessing to know him. My deepest sympathy to Reevie and his family.

David and I were graced with meeting Obbie and his Dad through tennis a few years ago. He was so fun and a joy to be around. We are so sorry to hear of his passing. Hugs to those he left behind.

Obbie Willis was and is a bright light that graced this world! May his light continue to shine from Heaven, where I know he resides now. Such a loving, caring, and jovial human being! Worked at SLH with him, and he definitely made an impact on me. Sending prayers for peace to his family and friends.

Reevie i know there are no words that are enough. Please know you and your family are in my prayers. I am so very sorry. You and your family are so very loved, I´m praying for healing for you all.

To his Mum, dad and siblings. I am so sorry sorry. Your son was truly an amazing sunshine to all he touched. Hugs and Prayers.

Oh my gosh Reevie, my heart is broken for you. I love you and your family dearly. Obie was one of the best. my deepest sympathies. Joan Pool

I worked with Obbie at KU and he was such a gentle, upbeat ray of sunshine who was dedicated to his patients as well as ensuring that his colleagues were doing well. He is deeply missed.

Such an awesome person to work with. His infectious smile will be missed.

I worked with Obbie at Saint Luke´s, he carried such a bright light and a smile that you´d surely not forget. I´m saddened to hear of this and he surely will be missed!

Obbie was the only other new grad on my unit at the same time as me. He has always been such a special person. Truly one of those people that is so infectious in every sense of the word. He is so, so loved and I am so incredibly sorry for this heartbreaking loss. thinking of your family so much these days.

Ree! My heart shatters for you and your family! What a beautiful soul your boy was!! Like mother like son. You both have an infectious personality and just making others feel so good. Sending all the love, hugs, and prayers to you and your family in this tragedy!
Trisha Brasington

Reevie, I am sorry to hear about the passing of Obbie. He was such a delight. One of my favorite new grads. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

I was lucky enough to work with Obie at Saint Luke's and his mother,Reevie, for years. His personality and smile was infectious. Obie a great nurse and I believe we graduated nursing school not far apart from each other. He was such a kind, social and loving person. Praying for his family for healing and comfort.

I worked with Obbie at Saint Luke's East Hospital. He was always a bright light during the shifts I worked with him. His joyful presence was so fun and he had the best smile. I'm so sorry for this loss.

I only knew Obbie for a short time while he worked at KU and the impact he made on my life was amazing. He is such a beautiful person inside and out, and I most certainly enjoyed his bright spirit and personality that drew you in. I will always cherish the friendship and heart to heart conversations we had during our time together at KU. Sending my deepest condolences and prayers to his family during this difficult time. Thank you Obbie for being a great friend that I never knew I needed.