11/17/2025
Villa Lee “Villie B.” Little, age 83, of Belvidere, Illinois, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2025. She was born on April 23, 1943, in Etty, Kentucky, to Kelly and Myrtle Miller.
Villie was previously married to Ermin J. Little. She was the proud mother of four children: Cheryl Ann Wallace, Steven K. Little, Hayley (Mark) Young, and Villa Shawn (Dustin) Taylor.
She leaves behind a loving family who will forever cherish her memory. Villie is survived by her grandchildren:
— From Cheryl: Amanda and Brandi
— From Steven: Michael and Kristen
— From Hayley and Mark: Brandon, Ethan, Grant, and Garrett
— From Villa and Dustin: Kaylee and Broc
She is also survived by her great-grandchildren: Sierra, Skylynn, Jasmine, Tyler, Joshua, Oliver, Emerlynn, and Elianna.
Villie is survived by her brother, Charlie Vernon, and sister, Rita Darlene, and predeceased by her siblings George Mack, Opal Josephine, Esther Hazel, and Rebecca Ann.
Throughout her life, Villie enjoyed the simple joys that made her home warm and welcoming—gardening, crocheting, working puzzles, and, “back in the day,” preparing unforgettable southern meals. She especially treasured her weekly visits with her niece, Linda Mullins, and the special moments spent with her grandchildren, Kaylee and Broc. Heartfelt thanks to Symphony Maple Crest of Belvidere, IL and Sanctuary Hospice for the loving care.
Villie will be remembered as a true Southern spitfire with strength and love she poured into her family. Her presence will be deeply missed and her memory forever cherished.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, at 1:00PM at the Hall & Jones Funeral Home with Brad Taylor officiating. Burial will follow in the Miller Cemetery at Left Fork of Virgie. Visitation will begin on Saturday at 11:00AM at the Funeral Home.