Russell H. Willis' Obituary
Russell H. Willis, 86, passed away July 27, 2015. The son of Russell and Elizabeth Willis, he was a graduate of Tech High School and the University of Tennessee School of Pharmacy. After his education Russell proudly served in the United States Army, practiced pharmacy for over 60 years, and was a life member of Unity Lodge, Scottish Rite, and The Shrine. Russell was a long time member of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church. He is survived by his children, Martha Lee Sink (David) and Rusty Willis (Nancy); grandchildren, Chris Skinner (Amy), Justin Skinner, Reilly, Graham and Larkin Willis; great-grandchildren, Molly and Owen Skinner. The family will receive friends from 12 noon to 1:00 pm on Thursday, July 30 immediately followed by funeral services all at Memorial Park Funeral Home. Memorial donations can be made to St. Luke’s United Methodist Church or the Church Health CenterFuneral arrangements have been entrusted to Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Ave. Memphis, TN 38119, “Behind the Stone Wall”
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