John Avery "AJ" Willie Jr.'s Obituary
With great sorrow the family of John Avery “AJ” Willie, Jr., announces his passing on September 11, 2022. He was born in Folsom, LA on April 6, 1941.
AJ is reunited in heaven with his beloved wife, Evelyn Willie; his parents, John Willie Sr and Angie Willie; his brothers, Earnest Willie and Eddie Willie; his sisters; Casin Passman, Millie Hano, Avis Cook, Anna Mea Re and May Mooney; his son, Johnny Willie and grandson, Aaron Smith. AJ leaves behind a host of family; his children, Shannon (Jeff) Helton, Monica (Troy) Faye, Mike (Nanette) Smith and Matthew Willie; his grandchildren, Jennifer Helton. Jessica Willie, Amber Faye, Kacie Smith, Hunter Willie, Lain Smith and Avery Willie; his great grands, Annabelle Smith and Nathan Smith along with nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
AJ proudly served on the St Tammany Fair Committee, Livestock Association and LA Rural Water Association. Some will remember him for his 41 years in the propane business or his strong political views but all will remember him for his love of his family. AJ never held back. Right, wrong or indifferent, you always knew where you stood with him. He had a jovial personality and a way to make everyone feel at home with him. His best political debates happened at his kitchen table over a cup of coffee.
AJ took great pride in his family but his love went beyond that. He never met a stranger or someone that he wouldn’t help. His true wealth was in his generous heart. And what endless wealth he did have! While the family mourns his passing they take comfort in knowing that Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at E. J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W 21st Avenue, Covington, LA on Friday, September 16, 2022 at 2:00 PM with visitation on Thursday, September 15 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM and again on Friday, September 16, 2022 from 1:00 PM until service time. Interment will follow the service at Willie Lee Cemetery, Folsom, LA.
AJ’s family would like to express gratitude in the out pouring of love at this difficult time.
E.J. Fielding Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. Please sign the E.J. Fielding Funeral Home online Guest Book at www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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