Allen R. Willis Sr., 58 of Benton Harbor passed peacefully from this life the morning of August 30, 2016, surrounded by his loving family and caregivers. A service celebrating Allen’s life will be held Friday, September 9 at Greater Grace, Benton Harbor. The visitation begins at 10 a.m. followed by the funeral at 11 a.m. Those wishing to sign the guest book online may do so atwww.familyfuenralhomebh.com.
Allen was born and resided in Benton Harbor. He was the fifth child born to the late Joe Willie and Pearline Stubbs Willis. Family was a big part of his life and he left several memories in the hearts of family and friends. Allen enjoyed cooking, singing, dancing and joking around. He was a proud member of the U.S. Army and he worked for Dave’s Fruit Have, owned Big Al’s Burgers and More and latter working in several establishments as a cook. He became famous for the Big Al Burger and the Twisted Sister.
Allen is survived by his wife, Gloria McKinney Willis; daughters, Tara Willis, Tesah Willis, Erica McKinney, Tenisa Moore and Tiffanie Willis; sons, Torianto (Angela) Johnson and Allen Willis Jr.; sisters, Joyce Clay, Janice Clay, Gloris (John) Reiner, Elaine (Maurice) Henry and Mary Jo Willis; brothers, Grady Clay, James Clay and Charles Willis; cousin and friend, James (Reece) Willis; 27 grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.
Allen was preceded in death by his parents.