Marion E. (Pete) Willis was born September 2, 1930 to the late John and Mary Willis in Blackville, SC. He was the youngest of eight, all precede him in death.
Mr. Willis received his education in Blackville, SC public schools.
He served in the US Army and was honorably discharged. After returning home he was employed with Daylight Grocery Store and in 1968 he was employed as a mechanic with the city of Jacksonville where he retired in 1998.
In April 1954 he married Mary Elois Staley, and this union was blessed with two sons: Marion E. Willis, Jr. and Maurice J. Willis (precede him in death)
Left to cherish his memories are Mary Willis, his loving wife of 71 years. His son, Marion E. Willis, Jr. (Aquanette), and his grandchildren, Marion E. Willis III (LaKisha), Marcel D. Willis (Kayla), Brian Pearson, Britni Davis, and Joseph J. Willis. He also has 14 great- grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday June 7th . Visitation will be from 2-4 pm on Friday June 6th and from 10-11 on Saturday. All services will be at the Evergreen Funeral Home chapel, 4535 Main Street, Jacksonville, Florida 32206. The chapel area is located at the base of the bell tower on the grounds of Evergreen Cemetery. Reverend Stavius L. Powell will officiate. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery with a US Army honor ceremony taking place. Arrangements are under the direction and care of Evergreen Funeral Home – (904) 353-3649.
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