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Ann Willis Obituary
Ann Whitney Hadaway Willis, of Knoxville, Tenn., and St. Simons Island, Ga., passed from this life on July 10, 2020, after a two-year battle with cancer.
She fought bravely, and is survived by her loving husband, Tim Willis; her father and stepmother, Ken and Ellen Hadaway; mother, Diane Hadaway; daughter, Bailey Tucker (Derrick Harris); stepdaughters, Amy Willis Dykes (Eric Dykes) and Julie Willis Allen (Joey Allen); sister, Ashley Hadaway Ogle; stepbrother, Keith Burnett (Kim Burnett); grandchildren, Marley Jean Harris, Emma and Ethan Dykes; nephews, Eli Ogle, Kaleb and Keaton Burnett; and many beloved in-laws, out-laws, nieces and nephews and special friends.
She will be forever missed for her sweet smile, infectious laugh, keen sense of humor and undying love for her family. She loved nature and saw God's beauty in the simple act of planting and nurturing flowers and trees. With her talent, classic style and flare for decorating, she always made a house into a cozy and beautiful home to welcome family and friends. Whitney was a generous and selfless person who always put her family first. She had a way of making everyone feel special and loved her friends so much that many people considered her their best friend. She volunteered, when she could, with Knoxville-Knox County CAC Mobile Meals and always loved the Knoxville church she grew up in, St. John's Episcopal Cathedral.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made in her name to either of these organizations or to a charity of your choice.
Memorial services will be announced later and will be held in both Knoxville and St. Simons Island.
Family-placed obituary
The Brunswick News, July 22, 2020
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Tim Willis
July 16, 2022
How I miss her. Two years ago, she left. Such a sweet, sweet soul. She asked me if I would get rid of our Lilly, our poodle. She's still with me. So many things she told me, requested of me. All, I'm trying to do. We miss you, Whitney.
Sharon W. McCoy
July 28, 2020
he McCoy's have always loved the Hadaway's. A precious family that I have always loved - Diane, Ken, Whitney and Ashley.
May God cover all of you with his peace and serenity. ❤
Cheryl Ross
July 26, 2020
So sorry for tge loss of Whitney. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Cheryl Ross
Bambi Linn Atchley Slocum
July 25, 2020
Whitney had such a remarkable smile, an infectious laugh and a kind and gentle spirit. She had a style all her own and it was unforgettable.
Continuing to lift her family in prayer.
Tim
July 25, 2020
I will hold you for a million years, to make you feel my love!
Tim Willis
July 25, 2020
I will hold you for a million years, t make you feel my love...
Kelly Thomas-Braden
July 24, 2020
I was saddened to hear about Whitney’s passing. What I remember most was her delightful personality and ease at making people laugh.
Marie Whitley White
July 23, 2020
So sorry to learn of Whitney’s death. She was a delightful young lady. She will be missed by all who loved her dearly.
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