Kenneth D. “Beans” Willis, 64, of Owensboro, passed away on Monday, Aug. 11, 2014 at his home. He was born on May 29, 1950, in Daviess County, Ky., to the late William Paul and Dorotha King Willis.
He was of the Baptist faith and was retired from his own grave digging business. Kenneth is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War.
He was preceded in death by a son, Brandon Willis, and a brother, Delbert Willis.
Surviving are his wife of 35 years, Beverly Birge Willis; a daughter, Kelly R. Willis and fiancé, Robert James, Jr., of Owensboro; four sons, Kenneth D. Willis, Jr., and wife, Katie, of Owensboro, William Paul Willis and wife, Marie, of Owensboro, Steven Darrell Willis and wife, Crystal, of Owensboro, and Tommy Darrell Willis of Evansville, Ind., 20 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and two brothers, James H. Willis and wife, Bonnie, of Owensboro and Robert E. Willis of Beaver Dam.
Services will be private. Glenn Funeral Home and Crematory are in charge of arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veterans, 1530 McJohnson Ave., Owensboro, Ky. 42303.
Online condolences may be placed at: www.glennfuneralhome.com.
