Leroy Willis

October 16, 1940 - June 17, 2024

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Tucker Funeral Home

113 North Third Street

Central City, KY 42330

270-754-1551 |

Saturday 6/22, 10:00 am

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Tucker Funeral Home

113 North Third Street

Central City, KY 42330

270-754-1551 |

Saturday 6/22, 1:00 pm

cemetery

West End Cemetery

1300 US Hwy 62 W.

Greenville, KY 42345

Saturday 6/22

GREENVILLE – Leroy Willis, age 83, of Greenville, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 17, 2024 in Greenville, KY. Mr. Willis was born October 16, 1940, in Muhlenberg County. He was a graduate of Drakesboro Community High School. He was a retired Deputy Sheriff with Muhlenberg County Sheriff’s Department, retired steel worker, and also worked at First State Bank. He was a member of First Missionary Baptist Church.

Leroy “Kilroy” Willis was the true definition of a hometown hero. Leroy was well known and loved throughout the community. There was never a stranger that Leroy met that he wasn’t willing to help. Leroy enjoyed basketball, horse races, reading the newspaper, and of course his love for Certified Bonds Cigars. Leroy was a well-known basketball legend, who was inducted into the Muhlenberg County Athletic Hall of Fame. However, Leroy was best known for his love for his wife, children, grandchildren, and community.

Leroy was preceded in death by his mother and father, Eula Shultz and Winford T. Willis; brother and sisters, Robert Lee Hunter, Clara Barnsley, and Lena Mae Baker; and daughter, Beverly Hocker.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Clarice Elliott Willis; his three children, Pamela Pearson, Lisa Wells, and Andrea Willis; eight grandchildren, Kendra Smith, Tyra Pearson, Phelan Smith, Phillip Smith, Justin Pearson, Jasmine Wells, Brooklyn Willis, and Madison Willis; in-laws, Larry (Ann) Elliott and Myra Elliott; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be Saturday, June 22, 2024, at 1:00PM at Tucker Funeral Home in Central City, with Rev. Terrence Minor officiating. Burial in West End Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday after 10:00AM at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.tuckerfuneralhomes.com.

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Tucker Funeral Home

113 North Third Street

Central City, KY 42330

270-754-1551 | Map

Saturday 6/22, 10:00 am

Tucker Funeral Home

113 North Third Street

Central City, KY 42330

270-754-1551 | Map

Saturday 6/22, 1:00 pm

West End Cemetery

1300 US Hwy 62 W.

Greenville, KY 42345

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Saturday 6/22

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Sorry to hear Kilroy passing. I remember the many times him seeing me in court, he'd shake his head and say "Ford, when you gonna straighten up?" I finally did Kilroy. I will see you again on the other side brother!! GOD bless the family.

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To Clarice I am so sorry to hear the loss of your dear husband. You will be kept in my prayers.

I am sorry I left Andrea off my earlier condolences!!

I am so heartbroken to hear of this! Leroy was a dear friend during my 20 years with the Muhlenberg County Sheriff’s Department. My prayers go out to Clarice, Lisa, Pam and his entire family. Steve and I will not be able to attend his service but please know you guys will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

so sorry for your loss. I haven't seen Kilroy since leaving the bank and moving to Louisville . It's hard to believe it's been 33 years . will be praying for you Clarice and the children. We have been retired and living in Bradenton Fl for 10 years. May God bless and be near and comforting

I worked with Leroy at Green River Steel, alway liked and cut up with him, was a good man

Sorry for the family's loss. Leroy was always the same whether you met him as a deputy in court or saw him around Greenville, he treated the inmates he escorted the same as the person on the street.

Remembering my brother-in-law, Kilroy. I will always remember him as a kind man whose devotion to his family knew no bounds. May his soul be at peace. He will never be forgotten.

Kilroy probably had as many friends over the years as any Muhlenberg Countian. He was a lot of fun to be around and was well versed in just about any subject. He will most certainly be missed. Prayers and condolences to his family and many friends.

I was saddened to hear of Leroy’s passing. He and I worked together when I was sheriff. He was dedicated to his job but most importantly was dedicated to people. He had a servants heart and everyone that knew him was better off for it. I will miss our talks and his presence in our community. Sincerely Curtis McGehee

I am saddened to hear of "Kilroy's" passing. He was a true gentleman always to me and my wife. May he Rest in Peace, and NEVER have another pain. The World was a better place thanks to him. Never ever saw him when he did not have something nice & encouraging to say. Until I get to see him again, Goodbye for now Sir. I will see you again one day.

Always a great man and a great friend no matter where he seen you will never forget his gentle nature and how kind he always was to me . When I worked at the shell gas station in Greenville he always came in and checked on us to make sure we are all ok and that’s where I met Leroy and his daughter lisa wells and we have been friends for years now and this saddens me of his death but so glad our paths crossed and I got to know Leroy and his kind heart . Always a friend always never forgotten , rest in peace my sweet friend and god bless you . Love ya!

My condolences to family and friends on the passing of this fellow that was loved by many in this county....Sandra Whitworth...Cleaton Baptist Church...

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.