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WAYNE WILLIS

1926 - 2015

WAYNE WILLIS obituary, 1926-2015, Oklahoma City, OK

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1926

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2015

WAYNE WILLIS Obituary

June 8, 1926 - Dec. 6, 2015 EDMOND Wayne, 89, was called to his Heavenly home December 6, 2015. Born in Canton, OK to Claud and Anna Willis. Immediately following high school, he served in the US Navy for 2 years during WWII. He retired from Furrow & Co. after 36 years. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, C.L. and Glen. He is survived by his wife of 631/2 years, Dean Ellen; daughters, Neesa and Bill Whitfield, Gwen and Steve Hatfield and Cara and Kenny Goodwin; seven grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. Services will be 10:00 A.M. Thursday at Southern Hills United Methodist Church. The family would like to thank Faith Hospice for their tremendous help along the way.

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Published by Oklahoman on Dec. 9, 2015.

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Katherine Cantrell

December 11, 2015

Cara and Kenny,
You are on my heart during this time of loss. I pray for your strength, comfort and healing and that your happy memories will comfort you in the days ahead.
Much love,
Katherine

Vickie Walker-Vaughan

December 10, 2015

We just want you to know that we are thinking and praying for all of you through this difficult time.
Mike and Vickie

Renee Spratt

December 10, 2015

Condolences to the entire family. May God provide comfort and peace. Allow Mr. Willis to live on through the memories and teachings he left with each of you.

These two wonderful men are in Heaven together....

Lori Higgins

December 10, 2015

Brenda Adams

December 9, 2015

Cara, my heart breaks for you and your family. I pray that your heart and soul find peace and comfort. Praying for you all.

Lee Ann (Hamm) Townsend

December 9, 2015

So sorry and sad to hear this. Wayne and Dean were two of my parent's best friends. My thoughts and prayers are with his whole family!

Lee Ann Hamm Townsend

December 9, 2015

so sorry and sad to hear this. Wayneand Dean were two of my mom and dad's best friends. My thoughts and prayers are with his family!

Lee Ann (Hamm) Townsend

christine mcwaters

December 9, 2015

So sorry to hear Mr Willis passed away. He was the sweetest man. My thoughts and prayers are with you Dean Ellen and your family Christine- Creekside Village

December 9, 2015

Cara and Kenny,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs to you both!
Jeanne Leopard
OHCA

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