Jackie was born August 27,1950 to the late Ben Willis Jr. and Ida Mae Brintley Willis of Shelby, NC. He entered into eternal rest on Thursday, November 11, 2021 in Gastonia, NC.

Jackie enjoyed his life to the fullest. He was a good painter, he liked music, jogging, and working on cars. He worked for J. and C. Dye Company in Shelby, NC.

Later in life, Jackie, accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son Chris Willis and two brothers Baby Willis and Larry Gene Willis.

He leaves to cherish his life to his children, LaTonya Watkins (Aaron), and Quavias McCluney. His siblings, Richard and Tommy (Lisa): sisters, Donnis Kimble (Clyde) and Margaret McCloud (Charles); 3 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

A private service is planned for Mr. Willis.