Emett Preston Willis I and Dollie Mae Richardson.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Frances Willis; brother, C.F. Willis; sister, Camila Hoyle, Willie Little.
He is survived by his son, Emmett Willis III and wife Wanda Jones, Gene Poole and wife Tammy; daughter, Rita Vickery and husband Gary; seven grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
Graveside service will be held at Catawba Memorial Park on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 2pm.
A Visitation will be held from 12pm to 1:45pm prior to the service.
Condolences may be left at www.catawbamemorialpark.com.
The Willis Family is under the care of Catawba Memorial Park, Funerals & Cremations.