Willis – Gary Russell, age 62, of Jacksonville Florida passed away on April 30th, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family. Gary was born in Jacksonville, Florida on August 28th, 1961, to the late James William Willis and Ella Rose Willis. He was raised in Jacksonville and attended Englewood High School. Gary enjoyed his career as a Quality Control Manager with The Haskell Company. He was a simple man who loved his family, friends, dogs and riding his Harley motorcycles. He was known for his jokes, laughter, and loving his family. He was preceded in death by his father James William Willis, and his brother Larry Willis.
Gary is survived by his wife - Joyce James Willis, Mother - Ella Rose Willis, Sisters – Carol Baker and Janet Paglia, Children - Julie Willis, Sarla Latko and Granddaughters Jasmine Bell and Destiny Paul.
A celebration of Life will be held Saturday, May 4th 2024 at 1pm at Hardage-Giddens Oaklawn Lodge with Brother Charlie Bob Stryker. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery. Please dress casual.