Gueindoline Willis Hall, 89, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, in the loving company of her family.
Gueindoline, who was known by many as Gwen, was born on August 13, 1934, to John and Sylvia Willis. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, J.V. Willis and Carlin Willis; and her son-in-law, Mark Scarbrough.
She is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, C. Wayne Hall; her daughters, Sharon Hall Sain and Sheila Hall Scarbrough; her son-in-law, Jeffery Sain; grandchildren, Amanda Sain Sarver and Clinton Sain; great-grandchildren, Samantha Sarver and Nathanial Sarver; great-great-grandson, Jaxton Schrader; sisters, Velda Willis and Mavis Newman; and brother, Coleon Willis.
Gwen was born in Willis, Virginia (in the shadow of the Buffalo), graduated from Willis High School and married the love of her life and raised a family. She was active in her neighborhood and in her church, Mt. Olive Primitive Baptist. An exceptional cook, Gwen loved her family and friends enjoying her hospitality at her home. She loved being with her family at Smith Mountain Lake, Smart View family reunions and holiday celebrations at home.
The Funeral Service was held at 2 p.m. on Monday, March 11, 2024, at Oakey’s South Chapel. Burial followed in Sherwood Memorial Park. The family received friends prior to the service from 1 to 2 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.Oakeys.com.
Arrangements by Oakey’s Funeral Service – South Chapel, Roanoke, VA (540) 989-3131.
