Terry Eldon Willis

Terry Eldon Willis obituary, Adolphus, KY

Terry Eldon Willis

Terry Willis Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by J.C. Kirby and Son Lovers Lane Chapel - Bowling Green on Jan. 19, 2026.
Terry Eldon Willis, age 74, of Adolphus, Kentucky, passed away at his home on January 19, 2026. He was born on January 7, 1952, in Bowling Green to the late Eldon "Junior" Willis and Helen Faye Hines Willis. In addition to his parents, Terry was preceded in death by his wife of 21 years, Melissa Joyce Chambers; a sister, Rhonda Faye Bratcher; a brother, Ricky Wayne Willis; and a granddaughter, Reagan Willis.

Terry worked for over 17 years with Houchens Industries as a Store Manager. Later in life, he became a devoted stay-at-home "Pap" or "Pappy" to his beloved grandbabies. In his spare time, Terry enjoyed watching old westerns, cheering on UK Basketball, spending time outdoors, and waving to his neighbors.

Terry is survived by his daughter, Paula Williams (Chris); his son, Terry Willis Jr. (Mendi); daughters Tara Blomquist, Nichole Shannon, Danielle Logsdon, Jessica Crowe (Aaron), Courtney Martin, and Savannah Holt; ten grandchildren, Noah, Emma, Preston, Presley, Andrew, Mason, Jack, Molly, Lucy, and Malcolm; one great-grandchild, Luna; his nieces and nephews, Angel White (Brad), Linda Humes, and John Bratcher; and several great-nieces and great-nephews.

There will be no services at this time, as cremation has been chosen. A complete obituary with service dates and times will be announced at a later date.

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