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Obituary For Dorothy Sprowl Willis

MRS. DOROTHY SPROWL WILLIS - Age 92, of Dalton, Georgia, entered into rest on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at her residence. She was born on June 15, 1926 to the late Mr. Harry Leon Sprowl, Sr. and Mrs. Mary Ruth Austin Sprowl. She was a member of Liberty Missionary Baptist Church, a graduate of Emery Street High School, and preceding her in death were her three brothers, Charles W. Sprowl, Harry L. Sprowl, Jr., and Raleigh Sprowl, granddaughter, Willisa Harriet Marsh, and stepmother, Olean Sprowl.

In 1949, she was co-founder and licensed Funeral Director of Willis Funeral Home with her husband, the late Mr. William J. Willis, Sr. As a Registered Nurse, her years of employment were at Murray County Hospital, Hamilton Medical Center, and at the medical practice of Dr. Neil Boggess and Dr. Albert Boozer. She was a volunteer for the American Red Cross and was a recipient of the Eva McCamy Award.

Survivors are her three children, William J. (Joyce) Willis, Jr., Minnie R. (Hubert) Marsh, Sr., and Mary L. (Dony) Suttles, all of Dalton, Georgia; six grandchildren, H. Andrew (Leverne) Marsh, Jr. of West Orange, New Jersey, Joycelyn (Clint) Richards of Cartersville, Georgia, Daryll Tinson of Atlanta, Dr. Juanita (Craig) Hicks of Villa Rica, Georgia, Derrick Tinson, and Daniel Tinson of Dalton; five great grandchildren, William Hicks, Andrea Marsh, Bella Hicks, Carson Richards, and Carmyn Richards; sisters, Vivian Pender of Canton, Ohio, Willie “Tiny” Reynolds of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and Leone Nelson of Dalton; brother, Thomas “Bud” Sprowl of Edmond, Oklahoma; devoted sister-in-law, Geraldine “Geri” Pero; other sisters-in-law, Maggie Sprowl, Johnnie Sprowl of Dalton, Estelle Willis of Detroit, Michigan; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, Willis Funeral Home Staff, professional associates, and friends. A special appreciation is expressed to the dedicated caregivers and to Amedysis Hospice and Home Health.

The Service to Celebrate the Life of Mrs. Dorothy Sprowl Willis will be held Sunday, December 16, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. in the Willis Funeral Home Chapel, 2011 Martin L. King, Jr. Blvd. Dalton, Georgia, with Pastor Charles D. Catchings as Eulogist, Elder Windell Smith as Presider, and other ministers officiating. Her remains will lie in state at the funeral home Saturday after 11:00 A.M. Interment, West Hill Cemetery. Please share your thoughts and memories at www.willisfuneralhomedalton.com.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The Emery Center, P.O. Box 1831, Dalton, Georgia 30722; Liberty Baptist Church, c/o Joyce Willis, 3207 Hopewell Drive, Dalton, Georgia 30721; or the Humane Society of Northwest Georgia, P.O. Box 3496, Dalton, Georgia 30719. Arrangements are by Willis Funeral Home, Inc., Dalton, Georgia.

Guest Book

Dear family, I have just read of the passing of your mother in the Funeral Home and Cemetery News. I am so sorry for your lost. Your parents were beautiful role models for the Dalton community and have left a remarkable legacy.

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To the Willis family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Marlene Chaney

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Just wanted to say that our prayers are with you all! Mrs. Willis was a kind woman of God whom we loved dearly. May God lift you up during this time and days to come. We love you all! Love, Bishop Claud and Marlene Jones & family

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Everyone knows that the Willis family played an integral part in pairing Ken and myself. What we didn't know is that we were married on Mrs. Willis' birthday! What a blessing and what a fine lady! We will continue to pray for your family. Donna White Spear

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Be blessed by the decision that God has made on your behalf. He knows what is best for you at all times. Rest in his comfort because he cares for everyone in the Sprowl and Willis families. He knows exactly what you need and what you are going through during this Homegoing. He loves you all. Ministers Michael and Jacqueline McGintis

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My condolences to this dear family you all are in my prayers may God comfort you all!! , Love Sherita Langston

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We mourn with all of this great family. The legacy of this beautiful spirit will live on for generations to come.We are praying for comfort on all the Willis Family. Thoughts/Prayers.,Mrs.Mary Bonds,Mrs.Valeri Mitchell,M/M James Bonds ,Jr./Nashville,TN

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So sorry for your lost praying for the family so sorry that we were unable to be present for the services Johnny and Ceresa Bowens

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Your dear mother is now resting in the arms of Jesus. Praying that God will give you Grace in exchange for your grief. LC and Fartema Bray Fagin

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Mrs. Willis comforting smile will be missed. When our family would come in feeling sad she would greet us with so much love and embrace us, it gave us more courage to do the job we came in to do. She had such a big heart! Prayers for the family, the same way you have comforted our family over the years we are united in pray for you.

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We share with you in your sadness and grief for the passing of Mrs. Dorothy Willis. She was a wonderful woman. Always, like Mr. Willis had a welcome smile on their faces. The entire community will feel their loss. We are always available if we can be of any help to you. Jimmie/Deanna Baker.

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Our thoughts and prayers for the family. The Martin Family

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Sending our condolences to the family. The Baker, & Manning FamilyR4F2

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Our prayers and deepest condolences go out to the Willis Family during this very difficult time. May God provide you all with comfort and peace now and in the days ahead. Amos&Alpha Montgomery & Family

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To the Willis Family: Jimmy and Allie Mcclure and their family extend to you our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of Mrs. Willis. Please know that you are thought about with deep sympathy and we are saddened by your loss. We pray that beautiful memories of her will always sustain and comfort you. May you sense the Lord's loving presence today with the assurance the He is covering you with His mercy and grace. With Love, Mr. & Mrs. Jimmy McClure and family

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So sorry for the loss of your dear sweet Mother. She was definitely a class act always so sweet and pleasant.May GOD bless and comfort you all. We Love you. Minister Waymond, Martha , and Alex

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Dorothy, was the Matriarch of the family. Everyone love Dorothy, her beautiful smile, always personable. A beautiful lady, always good family. We always thought we were the one she was giving special attention, when she gave her all to everyone. GOD so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. John 3:16 We love you Jimmy, Minnie(MIMI) and Mary and FAMILIES

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We send our deepest condolences to the Willis family along with prayers for comfort and peace. We also hope that you will find joy when you think of Mrs. Dorothy's legacy and the impact she made on all who had the opportunity to meet her. Martha Stevenson Allen and family

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To our family, we the cousins in Canton one and all wish to express our heart felt lose of our beloved cousin Dorothy, words cannot express the lose we feel. You are in our constant thoughts and prayers. Dorothy was a wonderful person and her love and compassion will remain with us forever. Anything we can do to lessen you burden at this time of lose and sorrow please let us know. May the Lord hold and comfort you in your time of sorrow. Prayerfully your cousins. Sonny(Alfred)Jenkins David Jenkins Linda Jenkins Timothy Hall and Gwendolyn Barrett-Rosegreen

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In 1959, when we were expecting our first child Mrs. Dorothy was our nurse (Dr. Boozer). She was our special angel. She answered every question new parents could ask. Through the years, she has remained our dear friend. Heaven will be richer with her sweet spirit. Gene and Pat Bartenfeld

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Family my sincere condolences. My heart is full. I will always remember her beautiful smile and sweet spirit. She is a special lady. Love you guys. May our Lord keep his angels grace and mercy with you always. Elizabeth Wilkey (Liz)

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Jimmy, I'm sorry to hear about your Mom. You and your family are in our prayers. Mark (Eugene) Parker -former classmate at DHS and fellow Vietnam veteran.

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Our thoughts and prayers for the family.The Williams Family.

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Praying for your peace and comfort during this time. Ralph and Debra Hickey

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Condolences to the family - Shenequa Watson Rhea

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Our prayers are with the family during this hard time. We love you Alan & Darlene Hooks

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Condolences to my family. My prayers are with you. Dedria Willis

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My prayers to you and your family for the loss of your mother. John and Bonnie Grisson

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I am sorry for the loss of Aunt Dorothy. My life is so much better and changed because I had the opportunity to know her. I am thinking of all of you always. Love, Crystal N. Dunivant

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We pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief. We send you thoughts of comfort. Betty Quinn,and Family (Bronx, NY}

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So sorry to hear that your mother passed. I feel very honored that God brought your family into our lives. Such a wonderful woman, great mother and Christian. Praying for strength for the family. This is from the Cotton Family in West Memphis, AR. Love this family.

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We are confident I say and willing rather to be " asbent from the body,and to be present with the Lord." 2 Corinthians 5:8. Sorry for the loss of you Beloved mother Dorothy Willis. We share your loss with our deepest sympathy. Love, Cherry Zoann & Thad She will truly Be missed

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I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. May God comfort you and wrap you in His Loving Arms. Bishop Craig and Pastor Miriam Pender and Famiily

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Dear The Willis & Suttles' Family: I was very sad to hear of the passing of your precious Mother, Mrs. Dorothy Willis. Psalm 37:9-11 gives hope of being reunited with our loved ones a paradise earth. For more comfort, please see jw.com With Deep Sympathy, J Jones

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While there is no way I can feel your pain, I do feel your loss as I have known Miss Dorothy, for many years. Peace and love to you and your family during this sorrowful time. With heartfelt condolences. Velina Weaver (Cohutta, Ga}

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Our hearts goes out to you and your family at this difficult time. New Hope Baptist Church Usher Board( Velina Weaver}

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Rest In Peace Dorothy. We loved you but God love you best. You and Willie James are back together enjoying each other. Sincere sympathy to the family. We will miss Dorothy. The Andrews, Grimes and Willis Family in Knoxville, Tennessee.

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Mary, my heart goes out to you and your family. Praying that God will give you strength to carry on. Patsy Mcdade and family

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Our prayers goes out to such a precious and great mother of Liberty Baptist Church. Pastor Charles Catchings & Liberty Baptist Church Family

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So sorry for your loss and prayers for your family. Mrs. Willis was a lovely woman with a kind and gentle spirit. She always greeted everyone with that beautiful smile that would brighten your day even at the saddest times. Take your rest, you will be missed by all who knew you. Judy A. Davis-Snowden

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Sending Up lots of prayers for the Willis family, Willis family is my family too they have always been a house hold name at my family get together!! They were truly a blessing to My family in the passing of my family!! I will always treasure the beautiful memories that has been shared over the years!! Lifting you All Up in prayers from my family!! She was truly a Blessing RIP Ms. Dorothy Wills you are reunited with Mr.Willis .. Echols , Allen , Albert family Pam Albert

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There are no words to express the influence of this precious lady. She was a constant in our childhood and constantly gave back to the community. She exemplified grace and beauty. My sincere condolences to the children and grandchildren. Angela Carpenter

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What a lady! I had the utmost respect for her. She always told me she loved me.May her precious family (Jimmy, Mary,Mimi) know that God's love and blessings continue to be with each of you in the days ahead. Linda Kellogg

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Praying for the entire Willis family. May God Comfort and Strengthen each of you. Nancy Sanford/Adams59NQF

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Blessings and prayers of comfort and peace. Much love to all of the family and friends of this beautiful lady.. Andre and Ramona Aker

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We are in sorrow after learning of the passing of your loving mother. "To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord." But we are rejoicing with you in knowing that she is with the Lord. It is our prayer that our Heavenly Father will give you comfort during this time of sadness. May God continue to bless all of you. Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Rev. William Tramble, Pastor

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Praying for the Family. Pastor Edward Hoggs and the Shiloh Baptist Church Family.

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Keeping the families lifted up in Prayer. Faye Murray

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Praying for the Willis Families. Be Blessed knowing Mrs. Willis is resting. The Ralph Whitener Children.

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We are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers during your time of loss. We love you Starla and Aahni Blanks

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May my condolences bring your family comfort and may my prayers ease the pain of this loss. Janelle Jenkins

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To Mary and family my sincere prayers and love are with you. May God bless you and comfort your hearts. Love, Rita Dodson Griffin

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You have my condolences and my God comfort you. I love you, Angela F. Fields

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