R. Holman Willis

Russell Holman Willis (January 12, 1880 – August 9, 1954) was an American Democratic politician who served in the Virginia General Assembly, first as a member of the Virginia House of Delegates and later in the Virginia Senate. He held the position of majority floor leader in the House of Delegates from 1916 until his election to the Senate. Willis passed away at age 74 in Roanoke, Virginia.^[1][2]

R. Holman Willis
Member of the Virginia Senate from the 21st district
In office January 9, 1924 – January 11, 1928
Preceded by	Marshall B. Booker
Succeeded by	Abram P. Staples
Member of the Virginia House of Delegates from Roanoke City
In office January 14, 1914 – January 9, 1924
Preceded by	William Watts
Succeeded by	James A. Bear John W. Wright
Personal details
Born	Russell Holman Willis (1880-01-12)January 12, 1880 Marshall, Missouri, U.S.
Died	August 9, 1954(1954-08-09) (aged 74) Roanoke, Virginia, U.S.
Political party	Democratic
Spouse	Bess Bennett Brower
Education	Richmond College (LLB)