Kenneth Lee Willis

Kenneth Lee Willis, I, 66, of Roanoke, passed away Friday, August 25, 2023. He was preceded in death by his wife, Delcinia Earllease Willis; sister, Marie Willis; and brother, Ray Willis.

Kenneth was a member of First Baptist Church in Buchanan and Fincastle, he was an avid sportsman, a friend to all, but most importantly a wonderful husband and family man who came to anyone’s need.

He is survived by his mother, Nannie Bell Willis; sons, Kenneth (Tressa) Willis, II and Karlton (Olivia) Willis; daughter, Delleita (Mark) Downes; grandchildren, Jassmyn Paxton, Jahzae Kimbrough, Mark Downes II, Nasir Willis, Sokkuri Downes; God-daughter, Alexis Burwell; sisters, Linda Clark and Patricia Willis; brother, Robert Willis; special friend, Doris Board; numerous brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Graveside services will be held 11am Saturday, September 2, 2023 in Fairview Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6-8pm Friday, September 1, 2023 at the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.botetourtfuneralhome.com or 540-254-3000