Born March 20, 1939, Willene was a proud native of Arizona. She is survived by her two daughters Alisa and Nise, her son Keith, two step children; Jenny and Johnny; as well as her beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Vern, her sons Clay and Kelly and her grandson Josh.
Willene was an amazing cook, an avid reader, and a well respected Montessori Teacher. Her last few months were spent in a place she loved, Pine, AZ where she caught up with old friends and laughed a lot. Many thanks to Deanna White and her family for providing care, love and a safe place for her to live for the past two years.
Memorial services will be held Friday, November 9, 2018, 10:00 am at Greenwood Memory Lawn, 719 N. 27th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85009. Graveside services will be held immediately after.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Alzheimer's Association at act.alz.org.