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Obituary For Carol D. Wills

Carol D. Wills, 83 of Martinsville, VA passed Thursday, October 10, 2024. Public viewing will be held from 1:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at Perry-Spencer Funeral Home, 402 Short Avenue, Madison, NC. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at Sharon Missionary Baptist Church 3890 US-220 BUS, Stoneville, NC. with the Celebration of Life beginning at 12 noon. Interment will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens, Martinsville, VA.

Early Thursday morning on October 10, 2024, God in His perfect wisdom and timing called our dear Carol Dillard Wills home to eternal rest. Born on August 8, 1941 to the late Reverend Jacob Dillard and Elaine Hampton Dillard of Eden, NC.

Carol accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as her personal Savior at an early age while attending Rising Star Baptist Church in Eden, NC. Carol was deeply grateful for the opportunities God provided her to touch countless lives through her work, always giving Him the glory for her achievements and influence.

She pursued academic excellence, attending Rockingham Public Schools and graduating from Frederick Douglas High School High School in 1959. Carol continued her education at Saint Augustine's College in Raleigh, NC, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.

On August 27, 1966, Carol united in holy matrimony with the love of her life, Andy Wills. Their 58 years of marriage were a testament to the beauty of God's covenant of love. By divine providence they were blessed with one son, Kirby Lamont Wills.

Her professional journey began as an Administrative Assistant in the Psychology Department at Virginia State College. She then served the Martinsville, VA community as a Guidance Counselor and Senior Advisor at George Washington Carver High School and later at Magna Vista High School until her retirement.

For over 50 years, Carol was an active and faithful servant of the Lord at Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Ridgeway, VA where she was a musician of the sanctuary choir and Sharon Missionary Baptist Church in Stoneville, NC, where she was a current member. At both churches, she served faithfully in following ministries: Pastor's Aide, Music, Deaconess, Sunday School, Bible Study, Missionary and Education-Scholarship. Carol also served he community in various capacities, especially through her sorority. The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Kappa Delta Omega Chapter of Martinsville, VA.

She was preceded in death by her loving parents, Reverend Jacob and Elaine Dillard, her in-laws; Mr. and Mrs. Harry Wills, Sr.; her maternal grandparents; Mr. and Mrs. George and Nellie White and her paternal grandmother, Mary Dillard.

Carol loved her family and leaves her cherished legacy of faith and fellowship to her loving husband, Andy Wills, her son; Kirby Wills (Mebane, NC); her sisters; Ramona (Ruben) Martin and Mary Belvin both of Martinsville, VA and Peggy Crumwell of Johnson City, TN; an uncle; James White (Montgomery, AL) and a host of devoted nephews, nieces, cousins, church family members and friends.

Carol's life reminds us that while weeping may endure for a night, joy comes in the morning. We rejoice that she is at peace, rejoicing in the presence of the Lord. Her faith has now become sight as she stands in the glorious tight of eternity.

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Isaiah 35:10 Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Praying for strength and comfort. Love the Erby & Riley families.

We extend our sincere prayers and condolences 💐 to the Willis and Dillard families. We cherish fond and precious memories of our beloved Carol Willis. She was always a beacon of light to the lives of all she touched. She is at Peace now with our our Heavenly Father and our Lord Savior Jesus Christ ✝️💖💐👑. Love you all, Thomas L. and Joyce M. Williams ( District Heights, Maryland)

Our Sincere Condolences and Prayers go out to the Wills Family, Ramona, Ann, & Peggy. May God grant you the strength needed to get through this very difficult 🙏🏽 time.

Deepest sympathy. Praying continuously that your memories bring you comfort as the Lord God heals your heart.

My condolences to the family and friends of Carol. She will be missed by all who were blessed to know her. May you find comfort in the beautiful memories of your dear loved one, and look forward to being with her in glory land. Equilla Moyer Parris

Our sincere condolences to the Wills family. We're praying for you all. May the Lord bless and comfort you now and always. Louis & Deborah Taylor

Our deepest condolences to Andrew and the rest of the Wills and Dillard families.Carol was a beautiful,sweet,kind lady inside and out.Our family always enjoyed talking to her.We will keep you all in our prayers and may God give you all strength, peace, and comfort as you go through this difficult time.

To the Wills & Dillard Family
My prayers and condolences to a SPECIAL lady who brought joy, love and care to all that knew her 🙏🏾 ❤️
I've known Carol my life and I the Lord has opened the gates to welcome her in to his kingdom. Rest assured she is at Peace
Linda Hampton, Earlean Hairston Martin & Family
EDEN, NC

Mr. Willis, May God give you strength and comfort in your time of loss. You have my deepest heartfelt sympathy
Truly, Paula(Shough)Gilley

We are so sorry to hear of Carol's passing.Carol was a very sweet person and i always enjoyed seeing her and talking to her.:Wepping comes durning the night,Joy cometh in the morning.Heaven has gained an Angel Alma Neal,and the Golden Family,Eden,N.C.K

Condolences to the Wills and Dillard families. Sis. Carol was a blessing to Mt Zion MBC in Ridgeway, VA. She was our pianist for many years and our choir flourished under her leadership. She was a kind and compassionate person. She was among the first to come by my home and offer her condolences when I lost my grandson. She fought a good fight and now she has gained her reward. May she rest in peace. Family I send my love and you are in my prayers. God will give you strength to get through. Linda M. Giles GWC/1970

My Condolences To The Family. Praying For Comfort! Priscilla Boyd Artis Of Norfolk, VA

Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Leth & Marian Hairston

Our love and deepest sympathy to the Wills and Dillard family. The Pilgrim Travelers of Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church

Andy and the entire Dillard families are hearts are heavy but Carol fought a good fight.She was always so uplifting to talk to.We will always cherish her memory. Andy you were a wonderful husband and she would let everyone know. We love you both very much and know that the sun will shine after while. Peter and Willie Mae Harris

My condolences to the family sorry for your loss. Sending prayers up for the family. Susan Little Scales

We are sending our condolences to Carol Wills Family. We are so sorry for your loss which is still a shock to many. We remember her from when she was the Guidance Counselor at George Washington Carver High School. She was a great Counselor, a mentor to many and she was very friendly with her infectious smile. I have to mention her neatness and how well she was dressed every time you saw her... simply immaculate from head to toe. She touched many lives and she will be greatly missed. May GOD BLESS Mr. Wills and her entire family. Class of 1970; Norma Gravely and Lillie Gravely Wilson.

Mrs. Wills was a very nice and well dress lady. I remember her from George Washington Carver High School where she served as our Guidance Counselor, and during church services. She will be missed by all that knew her.