James Walter Wills

James W Wills

Beloved husband, father, and grandfather.

Age 96, of Saint Paul, Minnesota, died March 6, 2025.

Jim was born in new Philadelphia, Ohio. He along with Aggie, his wife of nearly 70 years, lived in several cities across the United States, most recently together in Woodbury MN.

Jim met Aggie while serving in the 7th Air Force in Hawaii. He had a long career at 3M Co. and went on to another at Eastman Kodak, where he retired. While Jim enjoyed travel, golfing and reading, he most enjoyed photographing friends and family, and getting to know those around him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marion and Sybil Wills; his wife, Agnes K Wills; his son’s David A. Wills and Kevin J. Wills, and his siblings Bob, Ann, Tom, and Sybil.  He is survived by his daughter-in-law, Aileen Hanai-Wills of Eugene, OR; daughter Debbie Anderson (Ed Perez) of Prescott Valley, AZ; daughter-in-law, Maggie Wills of Sturgeon Lake, MN; daughter, Kathy Lindquist of Tempe, AZ; and daughter Cindy (Bill) Style of Eagan MN. Jim had nine grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild.  He was also survived by many nieces and nephews. Jim maintained relationships with many friends and family over the years. A private family internment and gathering will be held.  

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