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A memorial celebration of Willie’s life and homegoing will be held on Thursday, January 7, 2021, 5:00pm, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road. Visitation will be from 4:00pm until the time of the service. Due to the pandemic, the service will be limited to 25 people.
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Willie Edward Biles, 84, received the promise of eternal life on Wednesday, December 30, 2020. He was born in New Albany, MS, on December 22, 1936, son of the late Frank Biles and Ada White.
Willie was united in marriage to the love of his life, the former Thelma Scott, on December 27, 1959. He graduated with a degree in Business from Spencerian College in 1959. Willie proudly and faithfully served his country in the United States Army. He started working for J.I. Case in 1964 where he was a production control supervisor until his retirement.
Willie was a devoted husband, father, and “papa” as his grandchildren affectionately called him. He enjoyed spending time with his family, refinishing furniture, cooking, and attending Veterans or Old Timers meetings with his wife. He will be deeply missed by his friends, family and all who knew him.
Willie leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Thelma Biles; children, Randy (Cheryl) Biles and Terri (Anthony) Williams; grandchildren, Darrin, Ashley, Tyree, and Cameron; great-grandchildren, Tavijon, Kemari, Tyree Jr, Aaliyah, A’mya, Khari, Kellen, and Cameron Jr; siblings, Minnie, Effie, Helen, Shirley, Alvin (Mariah), and Jeanette; other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.
In addition to his parents, Willie is preceded in death by his sister, Sammie Ruth (Acie) Dogans; and brother, Jimmie White.
A memorial celebration of Willie’s life and homegoing will be held on Thursday, January 7, 2021, 5:00pm, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road. Visitation will be from 4:00pm until the time of the service. Due to the pandemic, the service will be limited to 25 people.
Reverend David R. Green/Gregg Chapel says
Willie was a great, kind and intelligent man. He set a wonderful example in all he endeavored to be and do. His love shined through for his wife, children, and grandchildren. He will shall certainly be missed. Uplifting your family.
Morris (Butch) & Theresa Sims says
We are very sorry for your loss.
Eleanor Forte says
God is your strength peace help joy life wisdom friend
Stuart McGregor sr says
I’m very sorry for your loss Randy but I rejoice in the knowledge that Willie has gone home to a glorious place with our Lord. I have fond memories of your dad from scouts. Mostly I remember you and he have the same smile.
You are all in my prayers my friend
Ruth Collins and Family says
Our condolences to the Biles-Williams Family.
Eric P. Dogans,Sr says
Will miss you very much! Rest In Peace Uncle Willie!
Monique Price says
You will continued to be remembered as our neighborhood father and friend. Warm thoughts of our visits and pies that you made sure I had. Love you Mr. Biles (dad).
Willie Hamilton says
I want to stand before God one day and hear Him say, “Well done my good and faithful son”. May God bless you and keep you in your time of need 🙏🏾
Ms. Debra Turner & Family says
Sorry for your loss. Praying for strength the family.
Marilyn Richards says
My heartfelt sympathies are with the entire Biles Family.
Aaron V. Boyd says
To my Aunt Thelma and cousin’s Randy, Terri, and the rest of the Biles family I’m very sorry for your lost of your love one. May God bless you all during this time. Love always your nephew and cousin.
Anonymous says
Aloha from Warren & Natalie Ford,
We honor the memory of Uncle Willie and the opportunity we had visiting with him ❤ when we came to Racine. We listen to stories of his life and how happy he was to see Warren (Foster Grant) to him 😊. You will truly be missed and our love goes out to Aunty Thelma, Cousin Randy & Terri. May God’s grace carry you all thru this time. Wish we were their.
Much Love always Warren n Natalie❤
Parviz B Boyd says
To my Uncle Willie, You are Loved and always will be remembered as the strong and kind hearted man. We love you ! Rest In Power Unc!
John D Scott’s family says
Sending love and prayers for the families
James Scott says
RIP in uncle Auntie Terrie and Randy praying for you all
Bob Fritchen says
Very sorry about Willie’s passing, and deepest condolences to my Modine work buddy, Thelma, Randy and the rest of the family. I’ll fondly remember his kind nature and great sense of humor while visiting at the Modine family picnics.
Kelly Smith says
So sorry for your loss Randy, Darrin and Ashley.
May he rest peacefully with our Lord. Cherish your memories.
Karen Dogans says
Uncle Willie
Sleep well for the time being Uncle Willie. You fought the good fight. Next stop, paradise on earth. You and Mama can talk all you want then. 😄 Love you. Your niece,
Karen Elaine
The Tarpeh Family says
Dear Family,
Please accept our sympathies, kind wishes , and thoughts of healing. May the almighty God comfort you all during this difficult time.
Anonymous says
Love you uncle willie you truly will be missed gone but never will be forgotten love you uncle❤️❤️❤️
Rhonda & Ellis’s Fam Love U All says
My Condolences to the Biles Fam
Such Great Dad& Grandfather
Will b Dearly b Dearly
Missed
The Vinson family says
You have our condolences may god bless you. Peace be with you all🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Robert & LaTanya Price-Topps says
Sending my condolences and heartfelt prayers to you and your family. May God comfort you at this difficult time.
Dennis A. Thompson says
Sending prayers and condolences to the Biles family.
Joe & Jennifer Ticer Cousins says
The Family have The Ticer’s Condolences . You all are in our prayers.
Marie Brock-Price And Sheila O’Neal-Price says
Our condolences to the Biles-Williams Family.
Rick & Sarah Noe says
Rest safely in God’s hands Willie. We didn’t know you long but it was good to have known you.
Maggie Cobb says
Please know that you are in my thoughts an in my heart.My heart goes out to you an the family I have great memories remembering when you two first started dating .The love was there always smiling an holding hands which lasted a life time.With loving memories with caring thoughts.
The Fondern Family says
Our deepest sympathy go out to the entire family.
Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
May God bless you and comfort you during this difficult time.
Mary (Hanneman) Frymire says
My condolences to Thelma and Randy. I have nice memories of working with you both at Modine, and seeing you all at work events.
May God bless you at this time of loss.
Deborah Sims - Brown and Family says
The Sims, and Westmoreland Families extends our deepest condolences and prayers to the Biles family. Continue to look to The Lord and He will be there to comfort you.
Michele Dogans & Family says
Uncle Willie now you are with your mother & sister RIP love you forever in my heart. Michele Renee.🙏🙏
Lula Reams says
My sincere condolences to the family as you celebrate the life of Mr. Willie Biles. He touched the lives of many and will be missed by all who knew him.
Gwen Thompson says
Love you Uncle Willie
Shalanna Shaw says
Sorry for your lost. praying for your family Terry love you
Kim Stafford and Family says
Our prayers are with you and your family. May god send you comfort in your time of the lost.
Chuck & Juanita Tyler says
Thelma we are so sorry for your loss, Our deepest sympathy and prayers to you and family,
Shirley Dawkins says
May the Lord be with you during these days and forever 🙏🏽 he will always be in our hearts ♥️
Eileen & Chuck Broihier says
We are blessed to have Willie and Thelma as Friends.
Brenda petty says
Praying God. Give you strength
My condolences to the families
Linda (Hinton) Ivy says
My deepest condolences, to the entire Biles and White family, May God presence be with you all and may he heal your broken hearts, the Hinton family from Lasalle street
Marilyn Williams Pearson and family says
Terrie Andy and the Biles family sending my condolences
Michele Dogans says
Uncle Willie RIP you will be miss very much .Love always Michele Dogans & Golden Family
Deacon Willie E. and Daris J. Hodges. says
Our sincerest condolences are extended to all of Willie’s family and friends. He was an extra ordinary individual and will surely be missed by us all. Rest in peace in heaven.
Andrea Jensen says
Thelma & Family.
My sincere condolences.
From your Ohio Street neighbor, Andrea
Belinda Mullins says
Sorry for ur loss, Condolences to the family