MR. BRUCE W. WILLOUGHBY Obituary in Wadesbaro at Smith's Funeral Home

Obituary For MR. BRUCE W. WILLOUGHBY

Mr. Bruce W. Willoughby, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026. He was born in Anson County and attended schools in Anson County where he was a member of the JR Faison Band and Class of 71.

Bruce received his GED while in the Army. He was an avid reader and loved music.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Christina Willoughby and son, Bruce W. Willoughby Jr.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his daughter, Stephanie Willoughby Biggers; granddaughter, Sydney Biggers; sister, Nancy W. Harrington (Chris); brother, Ervin T. Willoughby (Beverly); nephews, Christopher Harrington (Tracy); A.J.(Allen) Haynes; Ricky Bryan; nieces, Tiffany Harrington; Alexandra H. Alonso (Miguel), and Melaine Lawson (Prince).

A host of cousins, great nieces, great nephews, loved ones and friends.

A Service to Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Mr. Willoughby will be on Saturday, July 11, 2026, 10:30am, Smith's Memorial Chapel, 604 Salisbury Street, Wadesboro, North Carolina.

The Willoughby Family will greet family and friends on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 10:00-10:30am.

Interment will follow in the Madison Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Wadesboro, North Carolina.

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So so sorry for your lost .He always had something to talk about ,he was a kind and sweet person. He will be missed.love you all.

Ophia Liles

Bru ce was one of a kind sweet and loved my family.He was a great cousin and friend. He will be missed.Pray ing for the family.

Ophia Liles

On behalf of Myself and the staff of the Anson County Sheriff's Office, we extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all those affected by this loss. We stand with our community in offering comfort, strength, and support, and we hope you find peace in the memories you shared and the love that surrounds you.

Sheriff Scott Howell

My deepest condolences to the family. Dr. Vivian Kellock

Dr. Vivian Kellock

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾for the family.

Emetrice Willoughby

I send my condolences and prayers to the family. I am praying Sister Stephanie and family for strength.

Maria Waddell

Bruce was definitely one of a kind. I was lucky enough to be one of his CNAs and help care for him. He was definitely one of my favorite residents to see. He knew how to make me smile and laugh. And he always had something funny or smart to say. I will miss you a lot Bruce. Sending prayers to the family.

Renee Davis