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Ernest Leonard “Red” Willey

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Birth	:	29 Apr 1934 North Dakota, USA
Death	:	8 Nov 2020 Jamestown, Stutsman County, North Dakota, USA
Burial	:	Calvary Cemetery, Jamestown, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate	:	46.8913994, -98.7332993
Description	:	Ernest L Willey April 29, 1934 ~ November 8, 2020 (age 86) Ernest Leonard Willey, "Red", 86, of Jamestown, ND, passed away November 8, 2020, at Eventide Nursing Home where he had resided since 2014. He was met in passing by his wife, Ruth Willey. Red was born April 29, 1934 to Lloyd and Josephine (Anderson) Willey. He was the eighth of 12 kids in his family. His family lived in Windsor, ND, eventually relocating to Ypsilanti, ND, where Red attended school and farmed. Red met his wife, Ruth Toay, while working at the North Dakota State Hospital.... Read More	Ernest L Willey April 29, 1934 ~ November 8, 2020 (age 86) Ernest Leonard Willey, "Red", 86, of Jamestown, ND, passed away November 8, 2020, at Eventide Nursing Home where he had resided since 2014. He was met in passing by his wife, Ruth Willey. Red was born April 29, 1934 to Lloyd and Josephine (Anderson) Willey. He was the eighth of 12 kids in his family. His family lived in Windsor, ND, eventually relocating to Ypsilanti, ND, where Red attended school and farmed. Red met his wife, Ruth Toay, while working at the North Dakota State Hospital. They were married July 14, 1955, and together they established a life in Jamestown, had six children, and lived in a home made from grain bins. Red retired from the NDSH after 39 and a half years of employment. He also worked part-time at a Conoco station. His coworkers enjoyed his company, and he acted as a supervisor for many years. He was greatly respected by his coworkers, even years after retirement. After retirement, Red and his wife wintered in Texas. They were members of the Roaming Buffalo Camping Club and the St. James Basilica Church. He enjoyed camping, mashed potatoes and chicken, and spending time with his family. He was known for his adoring nature, making sure everyone was cared for. His sense of humor was contagious. He was gracious, patient, and always willing to help others. Red is survived by his six children, three sons and three daughters: Leonard Willey, Jamestown; Dennis Willey, Temple, TX; Patrick (Carla) Willey, Ypsilanti; Mary Susan (John) O'Meara, Fargo, ND; Olive (Gary) Eldevik, Aberdeen, SD; and Roxanne Willey, Jamestown. Red is survived by five of his siblings: Ruth Williams, West Fargo, ND; Donald Willey, Fort Wayne, IN; Evelyn Steckler, Jamestown; Darwin Willey, Highlands Ranch, CO; and Grace Priebe, Waterloo, IO. He was blessed with seven granddaughters, which he and Ruth adored. They were further blessed with 13 great-grandchildren. Red is preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd and Josephine, and six siblings: Ruby Clemens, Esther Williams, LeRoy Willey, Lorraine Scott, Lloyd Willey, Jr., and Josephine Wirrenga. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth, and his daughter-in-law, Cynthia Willey. Red's life will be celebrated with an intimate family graveside service. In lieu of flowers, monetary donations can be made to the JRMC Cancer Center.

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Ernest Leonard “Red” Willey's memorial is located at: Calvary Cemetery, Jamestown, Stutsman County, USA.
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Ernest Leonard “Red” Willey death on 8 Nov 2020 in Jamestown, Stutsman County, North Dakota, USA
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Latitude: 46.8913994
Longitude: -98.7332993

Family Members:

Parent

Lloyd Alonzo Willey

(1898 - 1971)

Josephine Doris Anderson Willey

(1905 - 1978)

Spouse

Ruth Ann Toay Willey

(1934 - 2015)

Siblings

Ruby Willey Clemens

(1923 - 2013)

Leroy E Willey

(1929 - 2000)

Josephine Doris Willey Wirrenga

(1948 - 1995)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Calvary Cemetery
Jamestown, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.8913994, -98.7332993

2. McGinnis Cemetery
Jamestown, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.9202995, -98.7244034

3. Jamestown State Hospital Cemetery
Jamestown, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.8717400, -98.6830000

4. Old Jamestown State Hospital Cemetery
Jamestown, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.8685034, -98.6829357

5. Highland Home Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.9331017, -98.7341995

6. Sunset Memorial Gardens
Jamestown, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.9486008, -98.6932983

7. Eldridge Cemetery
Eldridge, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.9211006, -98.8617020

8. Spiritwood Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.9219017, -98.5014038

9. Sacred Heart Cemetery
Fried, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 47.0448840, -98.6573350

10. Valley Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.7765390, -98.5642450

11. Saint Margaret Mary Cemetery
Buchanan, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 47.0662910, -98.8232060

12. Buchanan Cemetery
Buchanan, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 47.0662900, -98.8237100

13. Saint Paulines Cemetery
Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.8925018, -99.0307999

14. Saint Huberts Cemetery
Montpelier, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.7042007, -98.5864029

15. Brown Family Cemetery
Sharlow, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.7036970, -98.8810780

16. Montpelier Community Cemetery
Montpelier, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.6885830, -98.5867000

17. Montpelier Lutheran Cemetery
Montpelier, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.6964000, -98.5650000

18. German Zion Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery
Courtenay, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 47.1391983, -98.6350021

19. Rude Family Burials
Greenland Township, Barnes County, USA
Coordinate: 46.7108001, -98.4385113

20. Cleveland Cemetery
Cleveland, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.8913190, -99.1317110

21. Bethany Prairie Cemetery
Wimbledon, Barnes County, USA
Coordinate: 47.0720550, -98.4068740

22. Rest Cemetery
Pingree, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 47.1685982, -98.9096985

23. North Marion Reformed Church Cemetery
Barnes County, USA
Coordinate: 46.6875560, -98.3970590

24. Adrian Cemetery
Adrian, LaMoure County, USA
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