SHELBY - David Douglas Willis, 45, of Shelby, departed this life Jan. 16, 2014, in Charlotte. He was the son of Mrs. Sarah Lockhart Douglas and the late Mr. Freddie James Douglas, Sr.
He was later adopted by and preceded in death by Mr. James Edward Willis and Mrs. Mary Alice Willis. David was also preceded in death by three sisters, Shelia Lockhart, Linda Lockhart and Shannon Douglas; his maternal grandparents, Mrs. Lizzie Lockhart and Mr. Robert Lockhart; his paternal grandparents, Evangelist Ethel D. Douglas and Mr. Aaron Douglas; one aunt, Mrs. Ruth L. Roach; and three uncles, Mr. John Pratt, Mr. Walter Pratt, and Mr. Forest Hambrick, Sr.
Left to cherish fond memories are brothers, Mr. Freddie James Douglas Jr. and Mr. Michael Anthony Douglas Willis, both of Shelby, Mr. Allen Willis (Val) of Charlotte, and the Rev. James Lee Willis of Columbia, Md.; one sister, Ms. Pamela Lockhart; and one sister-in-law, Mrs. Linda S. Douglas, both of Shelby; five aunts, Mrs. Mary L. Brown (Roger) Shelby, Elder Ruth D. Hambrick of Blacksburg, S.C., Evangelist Vera P. White (John) of Columbia, S.C., Mrs. Martha P. Coleman (Rev. Thomas Coleman) of Shelby, and Mrs. Alma J. Pratt of Gastonia; and two uncles, Mr. James Pratt of New York, N.Y., and Mr. Carl Pratt (Brenda) Forest City.
Visitation: The family will receive friends 30 minutes prior to the service at the church.
Funeral service: 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Long Branch First Baptist Church
Funeral home: Genesis Funeral Service and Chapel is serving the family.
Online condolences: www.genesisfuneralservices.com
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January 30, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
January 25, 2014
UNDERSTAND
RIP IN PEACE BRO! YOUR IN A " MUCH " better place!!!!!!......LOVE U MAN!!!!!
January 25, 2014
Tracy Peat
My Prayers are with you Linda and your family
January 25, 2014
Bonnie (Culbreth) Stevenson
We extend our sympathy to David's family. My God wrap his loving arms around you, keep you close and comfort the family. We share your grief.
January 24, 2014
Elissa Tory
I was hurt to hear the news David it's been a while since I saw you but all I can remember is the fond memories at Aunt May's house you always had a wonderful smile and always pleasant and had kind words to say. But god knew what was best your flower was picked but you are in a better place even though it's hard to understand but god knows.
January 24, 2014
emmanuel sowell
You will be missed you was the best grandad to aaliyah and myriah you will always have a place in our hearts
January 24, 2014
Angela Dreher
Rest in peace Smiley. We loved you and you will always be a part of the As One family.
January 23, 2014
Renee
Rest in peace David u will be missed and was very much loved by your mother and family and by me. Thank you for also for helping my dad when he was alive dad lg wilson.
January 23, 2014
Minister Leigh McDonald
My condolences to Sarah and family. This was a very nice guy...that did so much for my Uncle LG...R.I.P. David.
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