To Darlene and Family - As I was getting out of my car at the church on Thursday, the most amazing, beautiful snow flakes were falling gently and the sun was shining and for a brief moment I could hear Willie saying ... "Mom, Rob, Carrie and all others, please don't worry or grieve for me. I am here with Dad and he and I have a BIG rig we're wrenching on right now for the BIG FELLOW!  I'm happy and it's GREAT being with Dad again and ... I miss you all and will see you again one day. Keep a close eye on Isaiah and give him all the love and support that you can". I hope that these words are comforting to you at this time. The falling snow was beautiful and sparkling and the words I was hearing were as clear as though Willie was standing next to me.  Take care and GOD BLESS you all.

No one on this earth could make all my problems disappear like Willie could. A five minute conversation with him would change my day and stay with me for hours. I would replay our conversations over and over for hours after and laugh. It just made me feel good. Im sure he had no idea how much good he did me. What a miracle it is to have such a connection with another human being. Thank you Willie, thank you for a gift that no one else could give. I struggle to find words to express how my heart feels. A phrase comes to mind that i recently got from someone i love, I WANT TO WRITE " I MISS YOU" ON A ROCK AND THROW IT AT YOUR FACE SO YOU WOULD KNOW HOW MUCH IT HURTS TO MISS YOU. Willie would love it, we would roll after this one. I love you my brother, I look forward to when we can roll together again. Come see me in my dreams like dad did.

We are so very sorry, we hadn't heard about Will's passing until today Tues., Jan. 22...We feel terrible...what a loss. He worked so hard for us as a business (Pallet Service Corporation.)  Our deepest sympathy to Will's loved ones....We know he will be missed.

My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Will's family.  May God bring you peace in this time of need.

Willie was a great guy.  I remember roofing houses with him and he would always work on the sides the rest of the crew were scared to work on.  Willie and I had our ups and downs but whenever I'd see him he was interested in what I had going on, which I respected.  I loved Willie like a brother and I will miss him for the rest of my life.  Peace be with u brother I love u.

Willie was an outstanding boy (as I did not know him as an adult) but I'm sure he was just as amazing as a man as he was in those teenage years.  My thoughts and prayers go out to all his family and friends and I hope you find comfort in memories of a young life taken too soon.

Tricia (Steward) Cash

Dear Darlene,  My heart aches for you - I wish I were there to hug you.  I am so sad to hear the news about Willie.  Please know that my love and prayers are with you and your family today and everyday going forward as you all find the strength you need to deal with this very difficult loss.

Willie, ...It seems only yesterday, I was babysitting you, Rob and Carrie and you would be falling asleep with that innocent little smile, sneaking watching tv when you were supposed to be in bed.  So full of life and humor you were...your big heart and wonderful sense of humor made you a special young man.  Darlene, Rob, Carrie and little Isaiah, I will pray for Willie and all of you to give you strength.  Love you all!

My Thoughts and Prayers go out to Wil's family, his son and also his girlfriend Amanda.  Willie was a good friend of mine and many others. Wil was always smiling and cracking jokes. He would put a smile on your face on your worst day.  He was a lot of fun to be around and was a pleasure knowing him.  Rest in Peace my Friend!  You will be greatly missed!

Thoughts and prayers to the Theis family. He was such a sweet guy and will be missed.

May God grant the entire Theis family with peace and comfort during this time of darkness. Although it has been many years since I've seen him - Will was always one of a kind!

May the Lord be with you in this time of greif. May he bring you some quietness and understanding. Willie for I only knew you through high school you were always a great light. May you rest in Peace and watch over your loved ones. Lord I ask that you guard the hearts of the his family and child and allow them to have a stillness in this dark time, Lord I pray that you take his childs hand and give him the strength and Love you have for him. Lord I thank you for giving us this man to endure a part of life with and allowing us to know how great a person he was. Lord thank you for just being you. In Jesus name i pray Amen

Our deepest sympathies.  Willie was a great man and a wonderful father. Our hearts go out to Darlene and family, Theresa and Isiah.  He will always be remembered.

Our deepest sympathies to Amanda, Isaiah, Darlene, Rob, Carrie, as well as extended family.  May you find comfort in each other through such a difficult time.  Our thoughts are with you.

I'm so sorry to hear of Willie,s passing. Its been a long time since i've seen him.He was a good friend. Rest in peace Willie. You will be greatly missed.

Rest in peace Willie. It has been a long time since we've spoken, but you and your family will be in my prayers.

You were my friend and brother not by blood but by love....we shared so many life experiences...my daughter has a crush on your son,so who knows we could have actually been family...love you brother....you will be sorely missed

So sorry about Willie T. His son will grow up to be an outstanding man like his dad....

I am so sorry to hear of Willies passing My heart goes out to to you all.Its been 15 years since I have spent any time with  him but I will always remember his silly smile and the way he could make us all laugh. He will be so very missed.

To the friends and family of Willie - I ran across this notice today and my heart sank when I read how Willie passed - the same way my sister did.  May God keep you strong during this time of sorry.  The timing is never right, but it seems worse when you're not expecting it.  I wish you all peace and serenity.

My thoughts and prayers are with Willie's close friends and family at this difficult time.  I enjoyed Willie's friendship during Junior High & High School, nice guy!

My dear friend Darlene, I am so sorry to hear of Willies passing, and there are no words I can even say to comfort you. I Can feel your pain as I did when Jr. passed. I will pray for you my friend for peace and comfort. Love you dear.  Linda Rol Capobianco.

i remember both willie and rob from westwood elem. im so sorry for you all. what a handsome man willie became. forever in my thoughts and prayers.

Dear Cuzzin I love you with all my heart it hurts me deeply that I haven't seen u in so long...I didn't even get to say goodbye ..I will love u always ..your memory will never be forgotten ..give uncle Jr a hug for me!...I love u both ..

My thoughts and prayers are with the Theis family especially his previous little boy.  You were loved Will and will be greatly missed.

Willie I will miss you so,I loved hearing your voice as you anserwed j.r.s tech center this is Will how may I help you,rest in piece Will

Willie you were such a good son and a comfort to your mother, helping her get through your dad's passing.  I know that you are in heaven right now with your dad.

You always acted so tough on the outside, but had such a soft heart.
You were a good father to Isaiah.

We love you and will miss you.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

I am lighting this candle in honor of you nephew. I love you and I will miss u and your sense of humor that u and I shared.

We were sad to hear about Willie. We are praying for your family and will keep you in our thoughts.

I remember many the party with Missy Polich. You were always one of our favorites. You are already missed but will never be forgotten.

Willie you were so young. It has been many years since we last spoke, but your family has never been forgotten! I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My sympathy goes out to your family!

I guess heaven needed a young man of Willie's age, or why else would he be taken so young?  Our hearts and prayers go out to Willie's family knowing the Lord is holding all of them close to HIS sacred heart during this grieving period.

Neighbors and friends of the Theis Family: Mike and Jean Duerr

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William Theis

20 September, 1974 – 12 January, 2013

Gearhart Anoka Funeral Home

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