Kelland Willis

Kelland H. Willis, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Pleasant Grove, Utah, on May 15, 2026 surrounded by his loving family following kidney failure. He was 92 years old.

Kelland was born on October 9, 1933, in Snowflake, AZ to Albert Tillman Willis and Ida Flake Willis. He was the youngest of twelve children and carried throughout his life a deep appreciation for family, hard work, and faith.

He attended both Arizona State University and Brigham Young University, where he earned a degree in mechanical engineering.

As a young man, he faithfully served a three-year mission in Japan for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, an experience that shaped his life and testimony.

He married Anne Wilson, and together they built a loving family and home centered on faith, service, and adventure.

Kelland is survived by his six children: Kelland Scott Willis (Angela Maxwell), Tillman Reed Willis (Kristin Willis), Mark William Willis (Sonya Willis), Suzanne Willis Jesperson (Kendall Jesperson), Richard James Willis (Sandy Willis), and Samuel Jon Willis (Kristi Willis). He also leaves behind 19 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren who brought him immense joy.

Kelland worked for both Boeing and Tooele Army Depot before retiring. In retirement, he spent many happy days fishing the lakes of Utah and enjoying the outdoors he loved so dearly. He was an avid outdoorsman whose passions included hunting, camping, gardening, and sharing adventures with family and friends.

He will be remembered for his unwavering faith, deep love for his family, steady example, and adventurous spirit. His kindness, wisdom, and quiet strength blessed all who knew him.

Funeral services to celebrate Kelland’s life will be held Friday, May 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the Grove Creek Sixth Ward Chapel, 475 North 700 East, Pleasant Grove, Utah. A viewing will be held prior to the service from 9:00–9:45 a.m. Interment will be in the Pleasant Grove City Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.olpinmortuarty.com.