Willy is not originally from Chicago. He was born in St. Louis and lived in the Gateway city for 54 years, until his wife passed away in 2005. Needing a change and a fresh start, Willy came to Chicago, where he has lived ever since. He says he has a place to stay, although he doesn't specify where.
Willy has no job; he's been on disability for the past 20 years. Even so, he's out on the street nearly every day with a cup in hand, collecting money to feed himself, buy clothes and occasionally help other homeless people around him.
I met Willy on a bitterly cold November afternoon, sitting on Wabash Ave. along Jewelers' Row, cradling a steaming thermos of coffee between his legs.
Listen to Willy's story.
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