Teresa Diane Hillis
Teresa Diane Hillis, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and faithful servant of the Lord, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025. She was a cherished member of Lakeview First Baptist Church and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Teresa was married to her devoted husband, Mike Hillis, for 41 years. Their life together was a testament to enduring love, partnership, and faith. She is survived by her loving parents, James and Linda Willhoit, who were a constant source of strength and support in her life.
She leaves behind her son, Wendell Hillis, and his wife, Jackie, as well as her brother, Brian Willhoit, and his wife, Christy. Teresa was a proud and devoted grandmother to Travis Hillis, Daylan Hillis, Dylan Hillis, and Nancy Sanchez, and a doting great-grandmother to Sam and Dustin Hillis. She loved her nephews Stephen and Alex Willhoit, and nieces Julie Willhoit, Magen McCormick and Kellie Willhoit. Her family was her joy, and her legacy will live on through each of them.
Teresa's life was marked by her quiet strength, compassionate heart, and deep faith. She served her church and her community with grace, always ready to lend a helping hand or a comforting word.
Visitation will be held at Heritage Funeral Home in Fort Oglethorpe, GA, on Tuesday, May 13, from 4-8 p.m., and again on Wednesday, May 14, from 9 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.
A celebration of Teresa’s life will follow at 12:30 p.m. at the funeral home.
In honoring Teresa’s memory, let us carry forward her spirit of love, kindness and faith.