Willie Lee Huffmon

Willie Lee Huffmon was born February 10, 1946 in Sherrill, Arkansas to the union of Marion and Euretha Huffmon in which four children were born. Both parents and two brothers, Benjamin and Samuel preceded him in death. On July 12, 1975 Willie married Barbara Ann Dotson and to this union was blessed with two sons, Jamar (who preceded him in death) and Jelani. On Thursday, July 14, 2022 at the Missouri Veterans Home of St. Louis, where he received attention and excellent care, Willie left this existence for his eternal life. Before departing this life, he celebrated his 47th wedding anniversary on Tuesday, July 12, 2022. He was a member of St. Alphonsus Liguori “Rock” Catholic Church. Willie was educated in the Pine Bluff, Arkansas Public School District. He attended Merrill High School and graduated in the class of 1965. He would brag and be proud to let you know that he still holds his high school Track and Field record in the 400-meter dash. Willie was a Vietnam era Veteran who served in the United States Navy from 1965 to 1973. Upon returning home, he worked several jobs before obtaining employment with the United States Postal Service and retired after 30 years. Willie enjoyed spending time with his sons, attending track and field meets, basketball, baseball and soccer games. He was a devoted member of the St. Louis Blues Track Club’s Coaching Staff. He coached all age groups in the Long Jump, Triple Jump and other field events for many years. He enjoyed being with family and friends and was a champion card player; Poker, Bid Whist, Spades, Tunk, Hearts, and Pity Pat, to name a few. Willie leaves to cherish his memory: his wife ~ Barbara Huffmon; son ~ Jelani Huffmon (Mariela); grandson ~ Jamarion Huffmon; sister ~ Juanita Randall; nephews ~ Samuel Murphy (Lutz), and Carlos Randall (Nicole); nieces ~ Sharon Dixon, and Shirley Murphy (Ron); aunt-in-law ~ Janie Raymond; uncle -in-law ~ Ronald King (Mary); sisters-in-law ~ Vicky Dubose (Stanley) and Celestine Dotson; and brother-in-law ~ William Dotson. Also, to cherish memories are many nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends.

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Willie Lee Huffmon

February 10, 1946 - July 14, 2022