Paul Willis Program

Let not your hearts be troubled; believe in God, believe also in me. John 14:1 • • • • •

Paul Anthony Willis was born June 18, 1970 in Dallas, TX to the parentage of the late Dorothy Jean Blakely Willis and Theodore Willis Jr. Paul accepted Christ at an early age. Paul has fellowshipped with Hope of Glory Community Church for over 20 years. Paul graduated from The “Great” James Maddison High School, class of 1988. Paul furthered his education at Texas College in Tyler, TX where he was known as “Boss Man” and received his Bachelor’s degree in 1995. Paul was employed at W.W. Samuel High School in Dallas, TX as a Redirect Teacher’s Assistant, he also acted as Coach for multiple sports. He was adored by the students , staff and faculty. Paul was also an official for the Dallas Football Officials Association (DFOA) for 20+ years. Paul was also a Mason. Paul went peacefully to be with our Lord on Saturday afternoon, December 4, 2021. He is preceded in death by his mother Dorothy Jean Blakely Willis, grandmother Doris C. Blakely and granddaughter K’Miah M. Tipps. Paul leaves to cherish his memories, his father Theodore Willis Jr.; three sons, Kemon M. Tipps, Paul Anthony Willis Jr. and Tre’ Baker; two daughters, Sha’Liyah Johnson, and Kylie Addyson Willis; one brother Cedrick Willis (Keisha); one sister Shelicia Morris; grandfather Leonard D. Blakely Sr.; one grandchild, Phoenix Brice; a special friend, Dana M. McDaniel. Paul leaves behind nieces, a nephew, aunts, uncles, and host of relatives and friends that loved him dearly.

IHave My Reward

To all my loved ones My family, my friends, The road I have traveled Has come to a end. I started on This journey one day; The Lord was with me Every step of the way. Some days I'd get tired And so very weak But I thank the Lord For taking care of me. I fought a good fight I kept the faith I am ready to enter The pearly white gates. As I came To the end of the road. God placed on my shoulders A beautiful white robe. I began to smile And look all around He placed on my head A golden crown.

To all my loved ones everything is all right; My name is written In The Lamb's Book of Life.

Tribute To Dad

There is gulf that stands between, The world we know and yours unseen. God loaned you to us for a short little while, But has since called you home across many miles. Your pain is no more and you are free, To walk on gold, jasper and beside a crystal sea. No one is perfect, we each have a trail. Yours was no different as you traveled all the while. Life is so short, and yours especially so, God called you home and your spirit said, "Go" You will be missed today and ever more, We pray Heaven rejoiced as you entered the door. Goodbye - So long, but we will meet again, Around God's throne where rejoicing never ends.

Kemon M. Tipps

Tribute To Brother

The love we shared was different from the rest, Year after year our love stood the test. We endured good times as well as bad, To me, you were the best friend I ever had. We worked hard together side by side, Then you left to take that heavenly ride. Forty - four years of joy is what you gave to me, A special kind of bond that you seldom see Now you've gone and left me all alone, You left me memories that I'll treasure until the end, "Farewell Brother," I know we'll meet again.

Farewell, Brother Cedrick

ALetter FromHeaven When tomorrow starts without me And I'm not here to see If the sun should rise and find you

With eyes filled of tears for me I wish so much you wouldn't cry The way you did today While thinking of the many things We didn’t get to say I know you'll always love me As much as I love you And each time you think of me I know you'll miss me too When tomorrow starts without me Don't think we're far apart For every time you think of me I'll be right there in your heart

Statement Of Appreciation

– The Family