Willis Wayne Wilhelm's Obituary
Willis Wayne Wilhelm, 82, of Decatur, IL, passed away on Sunday (12-01-2024) at his home surrounded by his family.
Willis was born on July 12, 1942, in Oklahoma, the son of Roy Wilhelm and Geneva (Rideout) Wilhelm. He married Linda Lou Jones on August 24, 1960, in Tuscola, IL. They were married for over 64 years.
Willis was a hauler for the Chicago Tribune Newspaper for 35 years.
He is survived by his wife Linda Wilhelm of Decatur, IL; sons: Thomas Wilhelm and wife Cynthia of Decatur, IL, and Ronald Wilhelm of Decatur, IL; daughters: Paula Odear and husband Ronald of Argenta, IL, Penny Roberts of Decatur, IL, and Sara Smith and husband Charles Sr, of Decatur, IL; brother: Ray Wilhelm of Garrett, IL,; sisters: Kay of Iowa and Jean Brown of Decatur, IL; 13 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.
Willis is preceded in death by his parents, one son Wayne, one granddaughter Patricia Odear; grandsons: Shane Smith and Travis Roberts; son-in-law Danny Roberts; three brothers: Russell, Dale, and Dean; and one sister Lorene.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. on Monday (12-09-2024) at Moran and Goebel Funeral Home.
Memorials may be given to the family.
Condolences can be left for the family at www.moranandgoebel.com
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