She was a graduate of Drew High School, Class of 1967. Mrs. Willie was a loving and caring person that had a love for cooking and talking. She never met a stranger and gained many friends with her bold and straight-forward personality and persona. Everybody know that "Will" was gonna tell it like it is. She worked for Burlington Industries for many years, Akin Industries and later retired as a private caregiver. She also loved getting together with friends and having a good time.
Loved ones left to cherish her memories are two sons, Michael L. Martin of Monticello and Eric L. Martin of Little Rock; one daughter, Natalie S. Woods of Monticello; twelve grandchildren and great grandchildren; two nephews; four nieces; her only sister, Bertha Lee Woods Robinson of Chicago, IL; one brother, Ebenezer James, Jr. of Hamburg; two God-daughters, Toccara Veasey Daniels and Tanira Lamb; her only living aunt, Annie Bell Johnson of Little Rock; three ladies that she considered her sisters and best friends, Clementine Russ, Sherry K. Lambert Toney and Shirley Lamb; and many other relatives and friends.
Condolences(11)
Virginia Burks
, AR Sunday, November 22, 2020 MICHAEL, ERIC, AND NATALIE: I worked with your sweet Mom for several years. She was a joy to be around and I am so sorry to read of her passing. She was a sweet soul and will be missed by many. Take comfort in God and His promises.Cornelia Anderson
Warren, AR Monday, November 16, 2020 With SympathyMay the Lord's hands of compassion and love and his guiding light from above, shine down upon you and give you strength during this time of sorrow. May you find comfort in knowing that friends share in your loss.
Montanez Marks
Monticello, AR Wednesday, November 11, 2020 Eric you and your family have my condolences and continued prayers....She was so sweet and kind...Gloria Hensley
Monticello, AR Tuesday, November 10, 2020 So sorry to hear this. I worked with Willie at Akin. She was always a busy lady and always had a smile. Prayers for all her family and friends.Barbara A Benton
Monticello, AR Tuesday, November 10, 2020 Eric and Michael, I am sorry for your loss.Carolyn Riley
White Plains, MD Tuesday, November 10, 2020 So sorry for your loss. May God strengthen the family and give you peace.Carolyn Riley, Classmate 1967
Pearline Bealer
Monticello, AR Monday, November 9, 2020 To Sister Willie Lee Wood Martin May She RIPTo Her Family Her Children, Grand Childrens , Great
Grand children Her Sister, Nephews, Nieces, Cousins,
Classmates, Friends you all have my condolences May God give you all Strength and Peace Mother Bealer,
Patricia Leonard-Jackson
Little Rock, AR Monday, November 9, 2020 Eric My family & I are praying for comfort & strength for you & your family..I know your memories will make you cry but also they will bring you joy...Stay strong my friend..God bless you🙏🏽Tommy Gentle
North Little Rock, AR Monday, November 9, 2020 May the Lord grant you peace and comfort in your time of bereavement. Sending prayers your way!Fran Newsome
Gulf Shores, AL Monday, November 9, 2020 Dear Martin Family,Our family is thinking about you and praying for you. You have our deepest sympathy, for your loss. God is with you, he cares for you and loves you.
God Bless You All! Frances Newsome & Family morning
ANITA D RILEY
MONTICELLO, AR Monday, November 9, 2020 MICHAEL, ERIC, AND NATALIE, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU AND THE ENTIRE FAMILY.ANITA RILEY