James Lee Willis

In Obituaries by OC Monitor Staff

BEDFORD HEIGHTS, Ohio — James Lee Willis, 83, formerly of Beaver Dam, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 10, 2021, surrounded by family at home in Bedford Heights, Ohio.

Veteran of the U.S. Air Force, James had a wonderful sense of humor that was enjoyed by all who met him, always with a smile on his face, friendly and helpful to all.

Cherished husband of Carol (nee Benedict); loving father of Deborah Hughes, Tammy (Phil) Zendarski, Valerie Waldron, Jamie Willis, Stacie (Ron) Krul, Aimee (Wayne) Phelps, Brian Willis (fiancée Katrina); beloved grandfather of 16; brother of Richard (Judy); preceded in death by his parents Gerald and Thelma (Blaize) Willis.

Interment was at Lakeview Cemetery in Cleveland, Ohio.