Willie Ray Hambrick, Sr, a loving husband, son, father and grandfather, passed away on April 8,2025, in Des Arc, Arkansas at the age of 64, after battling a very long illness. He was born on December 30, 1960, in Ojai, California.  Willie was one of five children born to Raymond and Margaret Hambrick of Griffithville.

Willie met Julia McVay, and their love story began in high school in 1978. In 1980, they made the choice of a lifetime commitment and exchanged vows. They shared the joys of raising three sons and through the years experienced the love and laughter that grandchildren brought into their life.

As a skilled carpenter for the past 45 years, Willie took great pride in his craftsmanship and talent for building cabinets and woodworking. In his free time, he found solace in gardening, hunting, fishing, and camping. He also enjoyed occasional trips to the casino for some fun.
However, it was the moments spent with his family, particularly his grandchildren, that brought him the greatest joy. He cherished watching his babies play ball and creating lasting memories with his nieces and nephews and leaves behind a legacy of love and joy.

Willie is survived by his mother Margaret Hambrick, his loving wife, Julia Hambrick, and their three sons, Willie Jr., Joshua, and Seth (Morgan), siblings – Wesley, Margie, Sandra, and Sarah – who meant the world to him. Willie's grandchildren, Jackie, Jazmine, Riley, Kyla, Cayden,
Mason, Brena, Lawson, Juliana, and Sidnie, who brought immense happiness to his life.