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Willie Kate Moreau, 81, of Orange passed away Thursday, Oct. 17, at her residence.

She was a native of Birmingham, AL; born on July 3, 1932 to the late Katherine (Wilkerson) and Willy Clyde Mills. She lived in the Orange area for 42 years, and was a lifelong Methodist. Willie enjoyed gardening and caring for her children. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Registered Nursing from the University of Kentucky. Mrs. Moreau was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend who will be dearly missed by all.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Willy Mills; brother, Willy Clyde "Dub" Mills, Jr..

She is survived by her sons, Dal Moreau III and wife, Debbie of Orange, Luke Moreau and wife, Cindy of Needville, Chuck Moreau and wife, Suzanne of College Station, and David Moreau and wife, Sydney of Orange; sisters, Thelma Dowland of Milam, TN, and Patsy Mills of Hyde Park, NY.

She is also survived by her grandchildren, Tiffany, Ryan, Brandon, Ashley, Cory, Chandler, Laura, Lindsey, Dustin, Mallory, Matt, and five great-grandchildren.

At her request, the family will hold a private memorial service in her honor, Sunday, Oct. 20. Services were held under the direction of Dorman Funeral Home.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.dormanfuneralhome.com.