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Obituary For Willie Edmon Almond
MAJOR WILLIE EDMON ALMOND – Age 68, - Of Powder Springs, Georgia passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born on June 13, 1957 to the late Milton Almond, Sr. and Lillie Mae Bell - Almond. Loved ones who preceded him are his four sisters, Glory Patrick, Ellen Goode, Gwenda Almond, Gayle Joiner, two brothers-in-law, Robert Golden, and James Wyatt. He graduated from Central High School Class of 1975, attended Dalton Junior College where he was a former basketball player with the Roadrunners, he finished his basketball career at West Georgia College, earned several Degrees from the University of Tennessee, Central State University, and a Doctor of Arts from Clark Atlanta University. He retired as an Officer after twenty-two years in the United States Army and was Honorably Discharged. Major Almond was a member of Mountain Missionary Baptist Church in Dalton, GA and actively attended several churches in Atlanta, Georgia.
Cherished love and memories will remain in the hearts of his devoted wife of forty-five years, Patricia M. Bonds - Almond; two sons, Morris (Kristal) Almond, Joshua Almond; two grandchildren, Ty Brooks, and Marley Whitted; sisters, Doris Wyatt, Carolyn Golden; three brothers, Aaron (Verlene) Almond, Milton (Brenda) Almond, Jr., Walter Almond; brother-in-law, Lamar (Linda) Bonds; three aunts, Carrie Jones, Betty Sue Richardson, and Mittie Bell Almond Williams; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, friends, and his church family.
Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 1:00 P. M. at Mountain Ridge Missionary Baptist Church, 1401 Martin L. King, Jr. Blvd., Dalton, Georgia with Rev. Dr. Jerry D. Jones as Eulogist. His remains will lie in state at the funeral home on Friday after 12:00 noon until the funeral hour. Interment with Military Rites at West Hill Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Willis Funeral Home, Inc., Dalton, Georgia.
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Dorcas Okor planted 5 trees in memory of Willie Edmon Almond . - June 18, 2025
Willie, Pat and I started walking in our neighborhood every day for the past five plus years. We discussed various topics during our walk. I found Willie to be a very intelligent, compassionate and God fearing man. He became my brother from another mother and words cannot express how much I am going to miss him. Willie, this is sister Dorcas bidding you farewell. May our ancestors and God's angels welcome you with open arms. You fought the good fight till that necessary appointment with our almighty God. May God continue to care for Pat, Morris, Josh and all the loved ones you left behind. Rest in God's beautiful home brother till we meet to part no more.
Willie and I was classmates of 1975 from Central High School. To his wife and children may God give you the strength at this time to hold on too all the good memories of your husband and father. My condolences goes out to all that knew Willie. He will forever be missed.🪽🪽🪽🪽
I have fond memories of Willie. He and I played on the central basketball team then went to state in 1974. We were able to reunite a few years ago at a West Georgia basketball game. I am so glad we reconnected. I am thankful for our friendship. Please accept our sincere condolences.
So sorry 😒😒😒 for your loss.😢 May GOD continue to be with you 🙏🙏🙏 and your family now and I the days to come. I feel your pain! I had my husband for only 20yrs, but I know how you feel. You are and will be in my prayers 🙏🙏🙏. Your friend and classmate, Gwendolyn Ellison Mathews 💕
Our hearts and Prayers go out to each of you as you go through this difficult time in your lives, New Hope Baptist Church Usher Board- Velina Weaver
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
