Mr. Walter Willis, age 75, of Ellijay, died Saturday October 19, 2019.

Mr. Willis was born May 12, 1944, in Murray County, the son of the late George Washington and Emmie Quarles Willis. He was a retired truck driver.

Survivors include: wife: Hilda Garland Willis, children; Kevin Willis, Ellijay, Mary Beth (Jodie) Ralston, Ellijay, sisters; Barbara Blackwell, Ruth Ann Barker both of Dalton, grandchildren; Sarah Grace Willis, Kevin Michael Willis.

At Walt’s request a private graveside service was held Saturday October 19, 2019 at 5:30 pm in the Jesus Church cemetery on Big Creek Rd. with family officiating.

Bernhardt Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.