Maurice Willis

Maurice Willis, 64, of Midland, TX, passed away January 28, 2018 in Big Spring, TX. He was born September 2, 1953 to Albert Willis and Ella Majors in Waco, TX.He moved to Midland with his parents at an early age. He attended Midland public schools. After graduating, he joined the United States Army and received an honorable discharge. He has been a long time resident of Midland. He loved buying and selling collectibles. He worked with his father for many years in a landscaping business. His favorite pastime was helping others and artistry. He will be truly missed by his family and friends. Maurice is preceded in death by his mother and father.To cherish his memories he leave his siblings, Evelyn Dixon, Amanda Simmons (Paul), Barbara Robinson (Earnest) of Midland, TX, Alice Alexander (Ardas) of Waco, TX, Michael Taylor (Star) of Fort Worth, TX; four aunts, Marva Johnson (Tommy), Gloria Lockett, and Joyce Thomas, all of Fort Worth, TX, and Barbara Ann Majors of Virginia; one uncle, Rufus Majors, Jr. of Waco, TX; and a host of relatives.Graveside funeral services, with military honors, will be held on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Fairview Cemetery.Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences may be made at www.npwelch.com.,