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In Memory

Jeff Willits

Jeff Willits

Jeffry Hal Willits

Alamogordo - Jeffry Hal Willits, 67, passed away Thursday, November 26, 2020 in Alamogordo, NM. He was born March 3, 1953 in Leon, Iowa to Paul and Lyla (Snider) Willits.

Jeff was a born salesman. Starting in his preteen years he sold TV Guide weekly, on his bicycle, to over 50 regular customers. He then threw a paper route on his motorcycle. Throughout his high school years he worked at Jack Wheeler Men's Store. Upon graduation he moved to Phoenix, AZ and began his career of selling women's apparel to large and small retail stores in Arizona, Nevada and New Mexico. Nearing his retirement he opened three women's apparel retail stores in the Phoenix area. Upon retiring he moved back to Alamogordo.

Jeff loved to golf throughout his life. He loved to spend time golfing and visiting with friends at Desert Lakes Golf Course in Alamogordo. He loved eating and socializing at the 19th Hole. When Jeff wasn't golfing, he was enjoying time spent with friends. He loved to dance, which introduced him to his life partner, Margaret Maez. They enjoyed dancing, playing pool, visiting friends and listening to old country music.

Jeff was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Lyla Willits, his Uncle Bill McBroom and cousin, Brick Holcomb.

He is survived by his 2 sisters, Jean Ann Sullivan (Fred), and Lee Ellen Willits (Gayle), Aunt Mary Jo Holcomb, and Life Partner Margaret Maez.

Per Jeff's wishes, he will be cremated and no services will be held. His sisters will inter his ashes at a later date.

All who knew Jeff observed his love for all animals. Should friends desire, contributions can be made to a local animal charity of their choosing.

The Willits family has entrusted their loved one to the care of Alamogordo Funeral Home.
 

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12/21/20 12:44 PM #1    

Susan Deese (Deese-Roberts)

I'm so sad to hear this news.  I was looking forward to seeing Jeff at our 50th Reunion.  Jeff is part of many high school memories.  Condolences to his family and many friends.  Rest in Peace.


12/21/20 12:55 PM #2    

Ann Hammond

Jeff and I shared a carpool as our parents transported us to kindergarten and then were classmates throughout elementary, junior high and high school. He always seeme upbeat and I remember his smile.   


12/21/20 05:35 PM #3    

Tonya Miller (WilliamSon)

Rick and I are sad about Jeff. We were friends for so many years. Condolences to his family. 


12/21/20 07:01 PM #4    

Sam Gutierrez

So sorry to hear about Jeff.  Condolences to his family.


12/22/20 11:30 AM #5    

Susan Tripp (Gaylor)

Jeff, Jean, and Lee and I grew up together.our Moms were best friends.  Jeff was like a brother to me and I will forever miss him. Jeff was so full of life and always had a warm hug and smile for everyone. RIP dear Jeff! 


12/22/20 01:38 PM #6    

Earl Box

I remember all those weekends during my junior and senior years that Jeff, his sister and I danced at the VFW.  Jeff was a class act


12/22/20 10:14 PM #7    

Ken Wilcox

So sorry to learn of Jeff's passing. I bought Clothes from him in Alamogordo. I went to the store where he worked to buy a Shirt. I walked out with 3 Shirts and 2 pairs of Pants. That guy could "Sell!" RIP Jeff.

12/23/20 07:49 AM #8    

Alma Perez (Myers)

So very sad to hear the news about Jeff.  He was my good friend in high school.. His sweet smile would always make me smile when I would see him and we would walk to our next class together...  I was happy I got a great photo with him at our 40th.  He never changed,  he still had that awesome smile and great personality I loved...  Rest In Peace my sweet friend.  Condolences to his family.  


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