Mr. Charles Davis Willis

WILLIS, Mr. Charles Davis - Age 44, passed away Thursday, August 15, 2024 in Detroit, MI. Family Hour 1:30 PM Saturday, August 31, 2024 from the chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home, 906 W. Flint Park Blvd., with funeral service commencing at 2:00 PM. Eld. Kenneth Willis, officiating. Family and friends will assemble at the chapel 1:30 PM Saturday. Mr. Willis will lie in state in the chapel of Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home and may be viewed Friday, August 30, 2024 from 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Charles Davis Willis, beloved father, grandfather, son, nephew, brother, uncle, cousin and friend, passed away on August 15, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan, at the age of 44. Mr. Charles Davis Willis was born December 25, 1979 on Christmas Day in Flint, Michigan. Charles, known to friends and family as “Charlie D.,” was the 4th son of Thelma Lee Willis, and the baby brother of Antwan, Kenny and Francisco Willis. Charles was a graduate of Flint Central High School, “Class of 1998,” and furthered his education at DeVry University and the University of Michigan-Flint. He held several jobs, including serving in the United States Army and was employed at the University of Michigan-Flint before he found his life’s work at General Motors Corporation in 2007. Charles was a proud UAW member, and worked in several factories for GM, and lived in Texas, Missouri and Indiana, before his last stop at Factory Zero which brought him back to Hamtramck, Michigan where he was working when he passed away. Charles’s vibrant personality was evident in everything he did. From his love of cars and flashy clothes, to his enjoyment of dining out at his favorite restaurants, he appreciated the finer things in life. Above all, Charles loved his children. At the age of 18, Charles met Corissa Carter. Together, they raised 2 sons, Nickalas Kahlil Willis, born September 29, 1999 and Xavier Justin Willis, born March 22, 2005. The boys, the spitting image of their dad, were his pride and joy. He also cherished his new role as a grandfather to his grandson, Nysere Amir Willis, who was born May, 17, 2023. Charles maintained longtime childhood friendships with Aguinaldo Bonner, William Davis, Wantwaz Davis, Jerron Dupree, Anthony Dacosta, Raheem Cheatom, Rashad Humphries and many others. Charles Davis Willis is survived by his 2 sons, Nickalas and Xavier Willis; grandson, Nysere Willis; mother, Thelma Lee Willis; brothers, Antwan Willis, Kenny Willis and Francisco Willis; uncles, Hosie Willis (Cheryl), David Willis (Annice) and Kenneth Willis (Michele); aunts, Nancy Willis, Susie Willis and Sylvia Dorsey (David); a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, other relatives and friends. Charles was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jessie Mae and Hosie Willis Sr.; father, Charles Davis; aunt, Velma Spencer; cousins, Benjamin Jones and Juwan Willis; nephew, Jaylen Willis; and his niece, Jasmine Jones. Charles is remembered by friends and extended family members who will miss his warmth, humor, and unwavering spirit. He leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Charles will be deeply missed but fondly remembered for his vibrant spirit and the joy he brought to those around him.

Mr. Charles Davis Willis

December 25, 1979 - August 15, 2024