Deborah Register Willis

April 23, 1956 - January 30, 2020
Deborah Register Willis

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Deborah Register Willis, age 63 of Leland, NC passed away Thursday, January 30, 2020 at her home.

She was born in Kinston, NC on April 23, 1956 to Harry Harold Register and Sylvia Phillips Register.

Deborah was a graduate of Ayden-Grifton High School Class of 1974. She attended Cape Fear Community College and was a graduate of UNC-W. She had a love for teaching and had taught at Cape Fear Community College until her retirement last year. Deborah was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She had a big heart for everyone, and was always caring for others and their needs.

Deborah is survived by her husband, Dr. Cecil Willis; one daughter, Jennifer Nash Booth and husband Jason; two grandchildren, Aaron and Emily Booth; brother, Michael Register and sister Sandra Register; and her precious shih tzu dog, “Daisy”.

Celebration of Life memorial ceremony will be 5 pm Wednesday February 5,2020 at Wilmington Funeral Chapel. Visitation and reception will follow with light refreshments.

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Wilmington Funeral & Cremation 1535 S. 41st Street Wilmington, NC 28403 910-791-9099.

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  • February 02, 2020
    Betina M Stroud lit a candle:
    Lit since February 2, 2020 at 2:40:50 PM

  • February 02, 2020
    Frankie Garrett says:
    I am very sorry for your loss. I guess we need to live each day like it could be our last. Prayers for you and your family.

  • February 01, 2020
    Ann Lewis Joyner lit a candle:
    Lit since February 1, 2020 at 2:49:10 PM

  • February 01, 2020
    John Sugg says:
    Sandra.... and the remainder of the family.... so sorry for your loss. I remember when you and Deborah used to visit us on Dawson Road. Good memories! May God be with y'all in this difficult time.

  • February 01, 2020
    Debra. Pilkington odham says:
    Sorry for your loss, God bless.