Alvin Daniel Willis, 78 - Travelers Rest

Alvin Daniel Willis, 78, husband of the late Hattie Lou McCarson Willis, passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2014 at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Born in Greenville County, he was the son of the late William Cooper and Ethel Shelton Willis. Alvin was a veteran of the US Army and retired from Nestle Corporation after 25 years of service. He was a member of the Wild Turkey Federation and was a skilled turkey call maker. He was an active member of Enoree Baptist Church and the Ingram Willis Sunday School Class.

Surviving are his daughter: Tracy Willis Garrett and husband Bryan; sister: Hazel Spencer; grandsons: Bryan Willis Garrett and Brandon Greene; great-grandson: Bryce Greene; special niece: Cheryl Ann Gragg and special sister-in-law: Virginia Willis.

Along with his wife, Alvin was predeceased by 5 brothers and 2 sisters.

Funeral service will be held Wednesday afternoon at 3 p.m. at Enoree Baptist Church.

Visitation will be held Wednesday afternoon from 1:30 until 2:45 p.m. at Enoree Baptist Church.

Burial will be in the church cemetery.

The family will be at the home of his daughter.

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The Howze Mortuary, Travelers Rest is in charge of the arrangements. (864) 834-8051.