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Charles WILLETT Obituary

SMITHFIELD - Charles Terry Willett, 58, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011.
Terry was a native of Hampton and a resident of Smithfield for 30 years. He was a graduate of York High School class of 1971, and received numerous Certificates of Technical training as a building inspector. He was a self employed building contractor. Later he was a building inspector for Isle of Wight County, Sussex County, King George County, King and Queen County and York County.
He was preceded in death by his father, Albert James Willett Sr., and is survived by his wife, Althea Patricia "Pat" Pappas Willett; a daughter, Nancy Marie Willett of Smithfield; and a son, Charles Albert Willett of Smithfield; his mother, Mamie Rose Willett of Yorktown; and three brothers, Albert James Willett Jr. and his wife, Diane of Topping, Robert "Bobby" Willett and his wife, Dreama of Grafton, and William Keith Willett and his wife, Debbie of Gloucester.
The family will receive friends on Friday, Oct. 7, from 6 to 7 p.m. in Amory Funeral Home, Grafton. A graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 8, 2011, in Peninsula Memorial Park, Newport News, with the Rev. Clarence Hilling officiating. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.

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Published by Morning Call from Oct. 7 to Oct. 8, 2011.

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The Gearrity family

October 8, 2011

Our deepest sympathy for your family at this very sad time,hold on to your happy memories with him,it will help,you are in our thoughts and prayers,if you need anything you know where to come,Big Hug

Harry & Donna Veneris

October 8, 2011

God's special blessings to Terry's family, especially his dear mother! May you be comforted in His love, and look forward to Jesus' appearing when you can be reunited with Terry.

Mary Potter

October 8, 2011

My deepest sympathy for the Terry Willett family. May all your memories of him be happy and full of love. He is now free of pain and in a much more peaceful place. My love to you all.

The Wright Family

October 7, 2011

Pat and Family,

We are deeply saddened by the death of Terry. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Terry was such a kind person, who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. We love you!

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