Margaret Settle Willis Obituary in Madison at Perry-Spencer Madison

Obituary For Margaret Settle Willis

Margaret Settle Willis, 99, of Mayodan,NC passed Sunday, October 16, 2022. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m Saturday, October 22, 2022 at Beulah Baptist Church, Madison, NC with the funeral service beginning at 1:30 p.m. Interment will follow at Collins Cemetery, Madison, NC.

Margaret S. Willis was born August 16, 1923, in Davy, West Virginia to Anderson Settle and Minnie Vinson Settle. On October 16, 2022, at the age of 99, she departed this life peacefully at Cone Health Annie Penn Hospital, Reidsville, NC.

Margaret spent her formative years in Davy, WVA, where she graduated from Kimball High School and then later met and married J.D. Willis, Sr. After starting a family, she moved to Madison, NC. There, she worked as a domestic prior to entering the textile industry. Following her retirement, she worked part-time as a Site Director with the Rockingham County council of Aging, until she attained the ripe age of 80.

Margaret loved to cook and entertain family and friends. She was also welcoming and always willing to lend a helping hand. She enjoyed community service and social activities as a member of the Modernistic Club of Madison for many years.

Her great love was the church. There, her passion for cooking and for serving others brought her to church kitchens from St. Stephens United Methodist Church to Goodwill Baptist Church and in her later years, Grace Fellowship Church in Winston-Salem, NC. It was her love of God that sustained her throughout her life, especially during the pandemic and into her final days.

Margaret was preceded in death by her brother, Raymond Lee Settle and her youngest son, Raymond Anderson "Winky" Willis. She leaves behind to cherish her memory: her sister, Alma Jean King of Riverview, Michigan; four children, J. D. Willis (Marie) of Laurinburg, NC; Donison Lee Willis (Gwen) of Greensboro, NC, Ernest Ray Willis (Mona) of Jamestown, NC and Cheryl Willis Robinson (Tyrone) of Franklinton, NC; six grandchildren, Tameka Willis, Vachelle Willis, Cheavonne Willis, Byron Willis, Jullian Willis Smith (Carnell, Kelly Robinson and Timothy Robinson; two great-grandchildren, JaNiya Fuller and Jeremiah Robinson; special friend, Bertie Brown, who was like a daughter to her; and a host of nieces, nephews and otheer loved ones.

What a blessing to have had Margtaret here on earth for 99 years. She will be sorely missed.

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Donna Cannon sent Vivid Recollections for Margaret Settle Willis - October 19, 2022

May God give you the strength to persevere at the most challenging time. She is now in total peace in the arms of her heavenly Father.

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I just learned of the passing of Margaret. We worked together for about 10 years and during that time, she was my dear friend. We laughed so much and enjoyed our work. She brought me ham biscuits and many treats from her kitchen. I thank God for Margaret and the joy she brought to my life. Prayers for all the family during this time.

Deepest sympathy for Mother Willis family. I thank God for the times we had. She will certainly be missed

Condolences and prayers to Don and family. May God comfort you now and in the days ahead and her memory be a source of joy and peace. We love you. The Herb Brodie family.

Gene and I offer our deepest condolences for the loss of your Mom. You Cheryl and your brothers made such a beautiful life for her. She and Winky are together again. Peace be with you all. Gene and Ann Joyner

Margaret was a very special lady. Her son, Winky, was a classmate and friend of my husband and I. He played with our 2 oldest boys and left a positive impression on them. Of course, I originally knew Margaret through Winky, but later we became friends through our love of God and family and using our hands to create things. Have many fond memories of our conversations and the wisdom of life and child rearing she shared with me. She had a beautiful smile, a twinkle in her eye, and such kind words. She was classy and had a little sass about her too. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. May you find peace in knowing she is free of life's bonds and strolling those "streets of gold".

Condolences to the Willis family. Dianne Stanley Gatewood

Will truly miss you . But as you would say stiffed and stowed up no more. Rest Mother Willis. Princetta Vance

May God's love , peace and comfort surround you all at this difficult time. Sending prayers and love- Cornelia and family

May God continue to comfort you Cheryl and your brothers during this season and grant you peace. May you find comfort in the wonderful memories, wisdom in the lessons learned, and strength as you cling to God's unchanging hand. May mother rest in eternal peace.
Your Davis, Evans, Erwin, Peterson, & Robinson families

So sorry to hear of the departure of our beloved sister in Christ Jesus. My entire family loved Sister Margaret dearly; she will be greatly missed. To God be the glory! Mary Reese Martin

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family in your time of loss. Tracy Broadnax

So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother Mrs Willis I know that you will miss this sweet lady dearly we will keep you and the family in our prayers Cousin Lethia Lee

May Gods Grace and Mercy sustain the family, today and in the days to come. Travis and Martha Malloy.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in the loss of your mother. With sympathy, Irvin Drummond

So sorry for your loss. May God continues to be with your family. Praying 🙏 for everyone. Love ❤️ Janet Colson /FamilyA

We are sending our sincerest condolences and prayers for comfort during this difficult time. Mrs. Margaret was a jewel and she will be fondly remembered.
Ginger Dalton and Family

We express our sympathy in the passing of your mother. May God comfort you in times like these.🙏🏽Morris & Wanda Ramseur Cates

Heaven has welcomed home one of Western Rockingham County's most seasoned citizens at the age of 99. Ms. Margaret was a "special" member of so many families in our community, by blood or by love. In the Kellam family, it was by love. So many stories, so many trips and adventures, so many meals, so many laughs...and we could go on and on with our "so manies." The impact of Ms. Margaret's love and life will forever be cherished. JD, Don, Ray and Cheryl & family, please know we join you in your mourning and your rejoicing. Doris Kellam & Family

With Sympathy for the loss of your Mother...Your Mom was fortunate to have you. You cared for her, and you were there for her. You undoubtedly made a beautiful difference in her life, and her memory lives on in you. May you find peace and strength as you honor her LOVE.