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Donald R. Willis

August 12, 1941 - February 14, 2021

In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place and a graveside service, with full military honors will take place at Fort Custer National Cemetery in the near future. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Portage, care of the funeral home. Family and friends are encouraged to leave a condolence message.

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Uncle Don. May peace be with you and I was always happy to see you when Edward and I were younger. Sorry that I couldn't be there to see you but I definitely know that I am so glad that you're not suffering anymore. May God Bless your whole family and friends. R.I.P. Uncle Don. Love and Miss you! Minister Kandy Trutt Willis Marshall

Posted by Kandy I Marshall on March 7, 2021

So sorry to hear about Don. Great man, great chef, great entertainer and also the best Step-Father-In-Law a guy could ask for. Had so many fun evenings playing games and eating with Don and Shirley at their home in Vicksburg. Rest in peace my friend.

Posted by Paul French on February 20, 2021

My heart is very heavy my hole life you have been apart of it for everything I love you so much RIP my dear uncle prayers for Michael as he will need them Love you forever and a say your 1 st niece and name sake donna

Posted by Donna Jean Willis on February 19, 2021

Dear Uncle Don, may you rest in peace. I am so proud to be your first nephew. You and your brother Paul, my father were so close. Some of my fondest memory's are when you came to live with us in Boston and when you sign up for the Army and would come home on leave. I can remember each time you would come home, a cab would come down Baxter St and you would get out of the back seat in full dress uniform, boy you look good and I was so proud. And when you ran the Burnson Liquor warehouse on Albany St and you would hire me to work during the Christmas rush. What about the time you caught me drinking when I was not old enough you con me into telling on my self but you never told anyone. You and your brother Paul were great horseshoe players, no one could beat you two. I enjoyed our phone calls the last few months and wish I could have seen you before you went to heaven. I will miss you but I will always have those special memory's there are so many stories to tell. Love Your Nephew Paul

Posted by Paul Eugene Willis on February 19, 2021

Don has been a dear friend for many years. We, along with Don and Shirley shared many good times, both in church and at our homes. RIH, sweet man, and know you will be greatly missed. Prayers and love to the family and Frances. May the Lord be with you and bring you peace. Mel & Janet

Posted by Mel and Janet Paul on February 18, 2021