Todd J. Willis, Sr., 48, received the promise of eternal life on Monday, September 1, 2014, after spending a peaceful weekend with his family. He was born in Milwaukee on March 9, 1966, son of John and Sybil (nee: Banner) Willis.
Todd is a graduate of Horlick High School. He most recently worked for Mayfair Car Rental. Todd loved everything that had to do with Wisconsin sports including the Packers, Brewers, Bucks, and Badgers. He spent many years coaching local baseball and football teams including: Racine Youth Sports, Lutheran High School, Erickson’s Baseball Club, and the Racine Raiders. Above all, Todd loved his family and cherished every moment spent with them. He will be dearly missed.
Todd leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Martina Willis; children, Amelia Willis, T.J. Willis (Todd, Jr.), Zach Willis; mother, Sybil Willis; brother, Marc (Lori) Willis; sister, Elizabeth (Simon Llanas) Willis; parents-in-law, Antonio (Beatriz) Jaramillo; special cousin, Juan (Cristy) Jaramillo; sisters-in-law, Olga (Oscar) Cantu, Gloria (Manuel) Gutierrez; brother-in-law, David Jaramillo; nieces and nephews, Taylor, Josh, Kaylyn, Oscar, Jr. , Lisa, Vanessa, Austin, Anthony, Andrew, Lee, Dulce, Nito, Gelio, Alex, Martin, Mariah; other relatives and dear friends too numerous to mention.
Todd is preceded in death by his grandmother, Genevieve Banner; father, John Willis; and uncle, Harry Banner.
A celebration of Todd’s life will take place on Saturday, September 6, 2014, 12:00pm, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road, with Rev. Mark R. Jones officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00am until the time of the service.
Debbie Hanko says
So sorry for your loss
if you need anything let me know
Gloria Gutierrez says
From the Guti̩rrez family
Todd you will be forever missed and always remembered you were such a good person dios te tenga en su gloria
Tami Schutten says
Martina and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this heartbreaking time… and will always be. May Todd rest in peace – soar above the clouds and watch over you.
Laurie Tatum says
Todd was one of those guys you were lucky to have in your life. He was a character that always made you laugh. He was the brother of some very dear friends we call family so he became family too. He will be greatly missed.
Brenda Danculovich says
Our sincerest thoughts are with Todd’s family at this difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing that Todd has, indeed, gone to a far better place.
Josie Martinez says
Todd Willis was my cousin and the Martinez family loved and respected him tremendously. He will live in our hearts forever! Todd my you rest in peace and may your soul be blessed. Love you always your family Josie, Cynthia, Carmen, Jacqueline and Maria Martinez.
LaWana Riley says
Martina sorry for your loss. Todd was a good man, he is no longer suffering he is at peace. Love you and the family. Praying for you and the family.
Burton family says
Coach Willis was a wonderful, inspiring man for young athletics. Matthew spent time with him on the Gladiators and Andrew at LHS. Our prayers and love to the family. God Bless all and may God give you strength and courage.
Eloy Contreras says
Our sincerest condolences to Martina, his children, and his mother. I recall seeing Todd a year ago and he encouraging me in the ministry work we were doing. Prayers to the entire Willis-Jaramillo families.
Cheryl Kothe says
Todd was a wonderful man who will be missed! Our family was fortunate enough to have him coach two of our sons. Todd always looked out for our oldest son Brody – also diabetic. Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. You meant the world to him!
William Bodi says
So sorry to see this on Facebook, great person to be around his smile was engaging as was his attitude. Great coach and official enjoyed working with him.
Jen Froeber says
Beth, I’m so sorry for the loss of your brother. While taken too young, it sounds like he lived a full life through the joy he got from sports and coaching others. He will live on through his children and the memories of family. God bless his family and friends during this difficult time. My condolences to you all!
Nancy Huber says
Our sincere condolences to Todd’s family. Thoughts & prayers are with you at this time and always. Nancy, Chance and Leah Huber
Myra says
So very sorry to hear of Todd’s passing. My prayers of sympathy and peace for the entire Willis family.
God Bless!
Cynthia Morales says
We are so sorry to hear of Todd’s passing. Our thoughts are with Martina and Todd’s family.
Sara, Cindy & Sandra Morales