Donald Ray Willis

Donald Ray Willis, Oct. 4, 1946 – Dec. 11, 2016. Donald Willis went to be with his Lord December 11, 2016 at his daughter's house filled with loving family members. A resident of Cookeville, Tenn., he always considered Arkansas his earthly home. He is survived by his mother, Chloteen Willis, sisters, Marsha Sadler and Brenda Wisener, wife of 49 years, Barbara Willis, daughters, Melissa Jenkins, Kathy Lawson and Sarah Naylor, and six beloved grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at CenterPoint Church in Benton Ark., Friday, December 16 at 2 p.m. The family will be there at 1 p.m. to receive visitors. The service will be conducted by Don's sons-in-law, Michael Lawson, Wayne Jenkins, and David Naylor. All are welcome to celebrate the phenomonal life of Don Willis. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: DaySpring International www.give.dayspringinternational.org.