Tony Dale Willis

Tony Dale Willis obituary, Amherst, VA

Tony Dale Willis

Tony Willis Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Norris Funeral Services Inc and Crematory - Stuart Chapel on Apr. 25, 2025.

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Tony Dale Willis, age 68 of Stuart, Virginia passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. Tony was born on April 30, 1956 to the late Carl William Ratcliff and Mildred Bonham of Maryland. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife; Jennifer Bailey Willis. His sister Regina Strawbridge, and his son; Jason Bailey.
Tony was employed as a tow motor operator for a furniture company for several years.
Tony is survived by his three daughters; Ashley Gonzalez (Juan) of Ararat, Virginia, Samantha Willis (Bunk Land) of Madison, North Carolina and Aimee Willis of Spencer, Virginia and one son Michael Powell of Roanoke, Virginia. Also surviving is his Sister; Mildred Walter of Pennsylvania. A brother; Gilbert Bedwell. Tony has eight Grandchildren: Isabel Gonzalez, Nicol Gonzalez, Anthony Gonzalez, Jayden Gonzalez, Brittany Willis, Justin Bailey, Eva Powell and Violet Land.
All services are private and Norris Funeral Chapel of Stuart is handling the Arrangements.
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