Willis "Willie" Ray Dunlap

Willis Ray (Willie) Dunlap, age 86, left his earthly home on Friday, May 1,2020 to join his lovely wife, Ila Mae Dunlap. Willie, as most called him, was a large, jolly, but stubborn man with a huge personality. He never met a stranger. Willie loved to talk. (and he loved to hear himself talk.... if you were lucky enough to know him, you know this is true) He loved to dote on all of his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Willie was known for his bold opinions and woodworking abilities. He was an accomplished clock maker and spent hours in his pole barn making grandfather clocks and numerous other wood crafts. Willie was a special man and will be missed by many.

Willis Ray Dunlap born July 15,1933, passed peacefully in his sleep at Holzer Medical Center Jackson, Ohio, on Friday, May 1st, after a short illness. He is proceeded in death by his father James Wesley Dunlap, mother Jenny Mae Dunlap, sisters Bertha Clemons, Stella Caldwell, Cleo Dunlap, a granddaughter Brooke Dunlap, grandson Dean Dunlap, a great granddaughter, Hannah Michael, Daughter in law, Stacy Dunlap, daughter in law Wanda Dunlap and his loving wife, Ila Mae (Ousley) Dunlap.

He is survived by son, Michael David Dunlap of Londonderry, Ohio, son Ray (Donna) Dunlap of Londonderry, Ohio, daughter Linda Dunlap of Londonderry, Ohio, son, Dean Dunlap of Ray Ohio, grandchildren, Brad (Joanna) Michael, Bryan (Tracy) Brewer, Ron (Francis) Brewer, Deena (Tom) Faulkner, Chad (Kristie) Michael, Ryan Dunlap, Wesley Dunlap, Corey Dunlap, Charles Dunlap, Shanay (Brian) Keller, Tyler Dunlap, 11 great grandchildren and 24 great, great grandchildren.

One of the last things Willie was able to speak aloud was, “they are so nice to me here.” On behalf of Willis Dunlap and his family, thank you Holzer Of Jackson staff and Holzer Hospice staff for your professionalism and kindness.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Holzer Hospice in Willie’s honor.

Private graveside services will be held at Fairview Cemetery, Vinton County, with Rev. Jim McFadden officiating.

Arrangements are by Garrett-Cardaras Funeral Home, 201 W. High St., McArthur.

Please sign his online guestbook at www.cardaras.com