Roy Douglas Willis

Roy Douglas Willis obituary, Pacolet, SC

Roy Douglas Willis

Roy Willis Obituary

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Roy Douglas Willis Pacolet, SC Roy Douglas Willis, 70, of 1096 Glenn Springs Road, Pacolet, passed away Thursday, June 4th, 2020 at Spartanburg Medical Center. Roy was born in Spartanburg on May 5, 1950, a son of the late Annie "Totsie" Simmons Willis and Willie Willis. He was the husband for forty six years to Robin Wilson Willis. He was employed as a driver and awarded the 3 million miles driver award at Swift and was a Navy veteran of the Viet Nam War. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son; Steve Wilson (Heather) of Moore, a daughter; Kristy Crocker (Sunny) of Pacolet, two sisters; Billy Smith (Jim) of Missouri and Debra Roberts (Frank) of Jonesville; his grandchildren; Justin Crocker, Anna Crocker, J.D. Crocker, Jesse Crocker, Jacob Crocker, Brea Wilson, Haylie Wilson, Mason Wilson, two great grandchildren; Jeddie Easler, Jasper Wilson, and a number of loving nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Ricky Willis and a sister, Lillie Willis. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, June 27th at Seawright Funeral Home in Inman with Rev. Dennis Tessnear officiating. The family will receive friends following the service at the chapel. Seawright Funeral Home and Crematory www.seawright-funeralhome.com

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June 15, 2020

Elaine Hembree posted to the memorial.

June 13, 2020

Brenda Washington posted to the memorial.

June 12, 2020

Brian Elphick posted to the memorial.

Elaine Hembree

June 15, 2020

I am sad about Doug's sudden passing and I go back in time when we're Children and the fun times we shared. My Condolences to all his Family and Prayers for all of you.

Brenda Washington

June 13, 2020

I am very sorry for the loss of your family member. I will keep the family in my prayers I am a friend of Elaine Willis hembree

Brian Elphick

June 12, 2020

A man full of character pride honor quality individual. Hard working valuable driver who will missed. The driving family is grieving along side the personal family.

William Bay

June 11, 2020

I worked with Roy for close to 28 years at swift received our three million miles award together. Met his lovely wife at that time. Me and my wife wish to give our deepest sympathy to he and his family. We are truly saddened to hear of his passing. He was not only a great driver but a great man. Bill and Mary Ellen Bay

Kevin Heston

June 9, 2020

One of the great figures of my life. He gave me the steady foundation I needed when I started driving and was questioning my decision. You will be missed greatly.

Derrick Montgomery

June 8, 2020

My sympathy goes out to the Willis family. Roy was a good friend and coworker. He will be missed in so many ways. Derrick Montgomery coworker June 08 , 2020

Tonia Mcgugan

June 7, 2020

I'm so sorry my sister for your lose and to the all childern. Doug was my brother in law the only one i needed i will miss him

eddie phillips

June 7, 2020

my sympathy goes out all Doug's Famliy the years i knew him Doug only had good things to say,see you on the other side

Mark Raynes

June 6, 2020

Roy was a friend and mentor to so many. He will be missed by all.

Patrick Rackley

June 6, 2020

Rest in peace my brother.I can not believe you are gone.Driving my truck to Apex and hanging with you in the morning will never be the same.Until we meet again my brother, Happy Trails Driver.

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