William Gordon Willis

Mr. William Gordon Willis Jr. (Bill), 56, passed away at his home doing what he loved.

William Gordon Willis Jr. (Bill) was born May 1st, 1968. His parents being William Willis, mom Diane Batdorf raised along with husband, Alan Batdorf. His first job being at McDonald’s. He graduated, class of ’86, from Three Rivers High School. While in school, he played varsity  football for the Wildcats. While he was younger, he was in boy scouts, he was a great swimmer, and loved to water ski. Once grown, he became a carpenter, working on many homes during his time. He soon put that on hold, becoming a truck driver from 2008 until 2017. When he was home, he would go to the cabin to kayak and fish. Once he retired, him and his wife found land. He spent his remaining time on Earth trying to complete his and his wife’s forever home in Huntingdon, Tennessee.

He is survived by his wife, Evet Willis; his four kids, Andrew (Chelsi), Brittnay (Alex), Nick (Brianna), and Kobe. He leaves behind his grandchildren, Connor, Adalyn, Aleena, and one on the way.

Dilday-Carter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. 731-986-8281

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