Service Details
In accordance with Edward’s wishes, private family services (with military honors) will be held with interment in West Lawn Memorial Park.
Memorial Suggestions
In memory of Edward, offer a kind deed to someone in need.
Racine – Edward Raymond Willis, age 82, passed away at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Thursday, November 5, 2020.
Edward was born in Racine on October 25, 1938 to the late Floyd and Mary (nee: Philbrick) Willis. He faithfully served our country with the United States Army from 1958-1963. On December 27, 1958, he was united in marriage with the love of his life, Yvonne M. (nee: Schmitt) Willis. His heart was broken when she passed away on August 18, 2020.
With profound Christian faith, Edward & Yvonne had attended Calvary Memorial Church. A hard working man, he was employed as a machinist at Young Radiator for over 35 years and, at the same time, was the maintenance director for Lincoln Lutheran for over 25 years. A true outdoorsman, Edward enjoyed hunting & fishing and, later in life, peaceful countryside car rides with his beautiful wife. Above all, he loved spending time with his entire family.
Surviving are children, Jeanne (Russ) Bellamy, Chris (Becky) Willis and Michael (Julie) Willis; grandchildren, Kevin (April) Willis, Nathan Willis, Summer Myers, Brieanna Willis, Amber Willis, Joshua Willis, Michael (Kelly) Bellamy and David (Nancy) Bellamy; great-grandchildren, Aiden, Bradley, Carleigh & Chloe Willis; Nathan & Emmalise Bellamy; and Lexy Griffin-Bellamy; brothers, Ron (Joan) Willis & Richard Willis; sisters, Darlene Aude & Florence (Bob) Kusters; brother-in-law, Frederick (Karen) Schmitt; sister-in-law, Darlene (Bob) Taylor; nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends – too numerous to mention all by name.
In addition to his parents & wife, Edward was greeted in Heaven by his brothers, Harold & Don Willis; Yvonne’s parents, Fred and Randi (nee: Hansen) Schmitt; and brother-in-law, Larry Schmitt.
In accordance with Edward’s wishes, private family services (with military honors) will be held with interment in West Lawn Memorial Park. In memory of Edward, offer a kind deed to someone in need.
Randy & Connie Thompson says
Dearest Jeanne and family, we are so sorry for the loss of your Father. Sending our sincere sympathy and prayers to you and your family!
Jaime Doebereiner (willis) says
Uncle ed, you always had a smile on your face and will be missed by all. Love you
Ron &Joan Willis says
Ron & Joan Willis
Renee Thill says
Uncle Ed
You were a blessing to all that knew you. I will always remember your smile. Rest in peace
Frank&Sandy Patino says
Our Prayers🙏 are with the family. It’s was time for him to go home to our lord.☝️
From:Lincoln Lutheran
Candy Brown Peterson says
I worked with Ed at Lincoln Lutheran Home many years ago. I believe his mother lived there at the time. He was such a very nice and kind man. Always helping others.
Brian Dessart says
RIP Uncle Ed