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Rick Willett Obituary

WILLETT, Rick

Rick Willett passed away peacefully at his home and surrounded by his family on Wednesday, May 14, 2024. A memorial service will be held in the sanctuary of Peachtree Presbyterian Church, 3434 Roswell Rd. NW, Atlanta, GA 30305, on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at 2:00 PM. A formal obituary will be published on Sunday, May 25, 2025.



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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on May 18, 2025.

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Rebecca Schaper

May 26, 2025

I remember Rick´s big smile! He always tried to keep the family together! His profound memory was extraordinary. I will keep the beach memories and our lunches together at the same restaurant on Roswell Rd.

Ruth Tracy Blackburn

May 21, 2025

Rick-you will be missed and I enjoyed working with you in business for many years-I know you are in heavan walking the streets of Gold.

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