Obituary of Ernest Garrett Willis

Ernest Garrett (Ernie) Willis passed away on August 18, 2008 at the age of 95 years. He is survived by his two children Gayle and Gary, his five grandchildren, and his five great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his brother, his two sisters, and his beloved wife Alice (Alisa). Ernie was born in Calgary on November 23, 1912. After graduating as an electrical engineer in 1935, he served in Bomber Command in Britain during the Second World War. From 1947 till his retirement in 1975, he worked as partner and director for the consulting engineering firm Reid Crowther. After retirement, he and Alice traveled extensively. His biggest passions were golf, fishing, hunting, and other sports. Ernie was a man of deep integrity. He will be missed by all who knew him. Relatives and friends are invited to a Memorial Service at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S, Crowfoot Chapel (82 Crowfoot Circle N.W.) on Sunday, August 24, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In living memory of Ernest Willis, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot Chapel, 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE N.W. Telephone: (403) 241-0044.