Willie Paul Whitehead 93, passed away September 20, 2012 in Anderson, CA, he was a resident of California since 1941. Born in Grapevine, Arkansas to Dr. Silas H. and Susan Alice Whitehead. Willie attended high school in Grapevine, AK, he served in the U. S. Army Pacific campaign and Phillipine liberation during WWII. He retired from Bank of America as a Courier, and was a member of Red Bluff Southern Baptist Church. Willie was an avid S.F. 49er fan, and a fan of the Arkansas Razor Backs. Survivors include children Jim Whitehead (Ann) of San Luis Obispo, Pat Williams (Bill) of Redding, Dennis Whitehead (Tari) of Red Bluff, Paulette Whitehead of Anderson, step-sons Jim Easley of Arkansas, Ray Easley (Chona) of Anderson. He was preceded in death by step-son Gene Easley and grandson Rick Dooley. Visitation will be Tuesday, October 2nd at 9am to 1pm, with Memorial Services at 1pm at Oak Hill Cemetery. The family would like to thank Dr. Dan McDaniel and staff, and Oak River Rehab in Anderson.
