John Willis

March 17, 1983 - October 3, 2020

John Patrick Willis, age 37, of Rabbit Hop Road in Spruce Pine, died Saturday, October 3, 2020 at his home. Born on March 17, 1983 in Mitchell County, he was the son of the late Eric Willis and Marquita Harrison Amodio who still survives. Also preceding John in death was his paternal grandparents; John Henry and Naomi Willis; his maternal grandparents; Glenn and Martha Harrison; his step father; Ernie Amodio; an aunt, Donna Harrison and an uncle, Jay Willis. John was a member of the Big Crabtree Baptist Church and was currently employed by Baxter Healthcare. He was a hard worker and always provided for his family. He loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed being outdoors, archery, golfing, camping, and boating. He also enjoyed riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Left to cherish his memories are his mother; Marquita Amodio of Spruce Pine; his high school sweetheart and fiancé; Chessnee Wiseman of Spruce Pine who had been a part of John’s life for twenty-two years; his daughter; Aubree Willis of Spruce Pine; his stepson; Mason Miller; his aunts, uncles, cousins, and special friends. A time to support the family, share memories, and receive friends will be on Saturday, October 10, 2020 from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Webb Funeral Home. The funeral service will be on Saturday, October 10, 2020 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Webb Funeral Home with the Rev. Mike Rathbone officiating. Interment will follow in the Big Crabtree Baptist Church Cemetery. Due to the current COVID-19 regulations, our staff is committed to taking care of our guests and families that we serve. Please understand we will be following the State’s COVID guidelines. We also ask all guests and family members attending the visitation and service to please bring and wear a mask. Words of comfort may be e-mailed to the family by going to our website; www.webbfh.com., selecting John Willis’ name and then you may sign his guestbook. Webb Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements for Mr. Willis and is honored to be serving the Willis family. Mr. Willis’ obituary has also been posted on Facebook for viewing.