A Graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at New Bunkerhill Cemetery in Columbia for Kandi Lynn Lillis, 40, of Columbia, who passed away Thursday, April 30, 2020 at Merritt Health in Hattiesburg. Rev. Will Jordan will officiate the service.

As a longtime resident of Marion County, Kandi lived life to its fullest. She carried many titlesmom, dad, best friend, wonderful grandmother, and many more. Kandi was always willing to do anything for the ones she loved, no matter how long the trip or how late the phone call. Her family also fondly remembers her love for frogs and dolphins. She will be greatly missed but never forgotten.

She was preceded in death by her Father, Roy Phillips; and one Son, Trey Romero, III.

She is survived by her Husband of 14 years, Nickey Lillis of Columbia; three Daughters, Savannah Watts of Tupelo, Shyann Romero of Columbia Serenity Lowery of Columbia; one Son, Shain Lillis of Columbia; her Mother, Anna Nelson, of Columbia; one Sister, Kim Hudson; two Brothers, Will Phillips, Daniel Phillips; and 8 Grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Daniel Phillips, Eddy Watts, Curtis Dixon, Mark Lillis, Larry Lowery, and Blaze Tullos. Greg Hilburn will serve as an Honorary Pallbearer.

Hathorn Funeral Home in Columbia is in charge of the arrangements. Family and friends may sign an online guestbook at www.hathornfuneralhome.com.