Donald Lee Wills

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Lewis & Gillum Funeral Homes

28 Harding Ave., Jackson, Ohio 45640

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Donald Lee Wills, age 79, of Ray, OH went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at Adena in Chillicothe. He was born March 12, 1942 in Ray to the late Lora and Artie Wills.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Zelma (Collins) Wills; great granddaughter, Jasmine Cardwell; brothers, Harley, Russell and Herschel Wills; sisters, Margie Parks and Elvarie Castle.

He is survived by his two sons, Donnie Wills, of Ray, Ohio and Danny (Peggy) Wills, of Jackson; grandchildren, Kelly Cardwell, Courtney (Scott) Wiggins, Whitney (Jared) Ghearing; great grandchildren, Tristan Cardwell, Kane Bliss, Emily and Tyler Wiggins. Also surviving is his buddy, Michael Stevens and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

After school Don married the love of his life Zelma Collins. He is well known throughout the community from being a bus driver #28 and was later also a custodian at Franklin Elementary before retiring in 1991.

Friends may call Saturday, July 10, 2021, from 11-1 PM at Fairview Christian Church. Funeral services will immediately follow at 1:00 with Pastor Butch Cooper officiating. Burial will follow in Tick Ridge Cemetery.