James Willis

Published 10:30 am Friday, November 8, 2024

James Willis

Dec. 6, 1946–Nov. 5, 2024

James “Rick” Willis passed away Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, at UK Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky.

Rick was born Dec. 6, 1946 in Ironton, to the late Manford and Juanita (Owens) Willis.

In addition to his parents, Rick was preceded in death by his brother, Jerry Willis.

Rick is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 44 years, Judi Morgan Willis.

He will be remembered forever by a special niece and nephew, Sarah Willis Vanderpool and Chase Oliver.

Rick graduated from Coal Grove High School in 1964 and served in the U.S. Navy.

He graduated with a Business Administration degree from Marshall University.

Rick worked as an accountant at AK Steel and retired in 1998.

Rick was an enthusiastic sports fan. He especially enjoyed the game of golf and shot a “hole in one” at Oakmont Country Club in Oakmont, Pennsylvania.

Rick was also an avid reader and crossword puzzle worker.

Funeral services will be held noon Monday at Phillips Funeral Home, 1004 S. Seventh St., Ironton, with Rev. Steve Willis officiating. Burial will follow in Woodland Cemetery with military honors provided by VFW Post 8850.

Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.

Please visit www.phillipsfuneralhome.net to offer condolences to the family.