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MR. CLARENCE WILLOUGHBY JR.

Passed 02/25/2026

Obituary For MR. CLARENCE WILLOUGHBY JR.

Mr. Clarence Willoughby Jr. entered into eternal rest on February 25, 2026 at Richmond County Hospice Haven, Rockingham, NC. He was born to the late Clarence Willoughby Sr. and Mary Lessie Royal Willoughby on January 6, 1948 in Anson County.

He attended the public schools of Anson County. Clarence enlisted in the United Sates Army and served his country with honor and dedication. During his time in the service, he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, a testament to his commitment and sacrifice. Additionally, he earned the Sharpshooter designation with the M-14 rifle, showcasing his exceptional skills and discipline. Clarance was honorably discharged, leaving behind a legacy of bravery and patriotism that will always be remembered. He retired from Hornwood Inc., Lilesville, NC after many years of dedicated service.

He was an active member of Gatewood Station AME Zion Church where he served on the Missionary Board, Steward Board and was a Class Leader. He was a member of the Sportsman Club, Morven, NC.

He was united in marriage to Linda Timmons Willoughby and fathered four children.

He leaves to cherish his memories, his wife, Linda Timmons Willoughby of the home; three daughters, Melisse Willoughby of Lilesville, NC, Cynthia (Craig) Harrington of Morven, NC and Donna (Kapatchy) Allen of Indian Trail, NC; one son, Clarence Willoughby III of Monroe, NC.

His loving grandchildren and great grandchildren whom he loved dearly: Kamesha, LaJohnny, Cayden, Devin, Darrius, Taylor, Dionna, Kayla and Roderick. Great grands, Nori, Jemauri, Islah, Ava, and Zari.

Four sisters, Mary Willoughby, Barbara (Billy) Cox, Sarah Little and Lee Doris Campbell; three brothers, Percy Willoughby, Baxter Willoughby and Earnest Royal. One brother, Franklin Royal, preceded him in death.

A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

The Home Going Services will be on Sunday, March 1, 2026, 3:30PM, Smith's Memorial Chapel, 604 Salisbury Street, Wadesboro, North Carolina. Interment will be in the Gatewood Station AME Zion Church Cemetery, Morven, North Carolina.

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Clarence and I worked together at Hornwood for many years. I will miss him. Prayers for his family.

Ray King

Sincere condolences to the entire Willoughby family.

Trenia Hairston & Family

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My condolences to the family praying πŸ™

Lydia Allen

Sending our deepest condolences to Mrs. Linda Willoughby and Family.

May the precious memories of him and all that he meant to each of you remain in your hearts forever.

Continue to hold onto God's unchanging hand and may God grant you peace, comfort and joy for the days to come. Family of the late Mr. Jolly & Mary Willoughby Little of the Gatewood Station

Delia Little, Raleigh NC

We're so sorry for your loss. Praying for the family!

Bruce and Mary Eraka and Veraka Sturdivant

Sorry for your loss πŸ™πŸΎπŸ™πŸΎπŸ™πŸΎfor the family

Emetrice willoughby

Our family is so sorry for the loss of your love one. He was a very good man who will be missed by all who knew him.

Callie & Susan Little

My sincere condolences to the family!!

Phyllis Deese

My Condolences and Prayers to the Family

MAE Richardson &Family

Deepest condolences to the family πŸ™πŸΏ

Annie Smith

Deacon Thomas Vance McCoy Sr. so sorry for your loss.

mccoy.thomas0137@ansonschools.org

Vernon Kersey the Willoughby family have my deepest sympathy

vernonkersey50@gmail.com

Condolences to the family ❀️

Carolyn Ratliff

Our sincere condolences and prayers are with you and your entire family at this difficult time. πŸ™β€οΈ

King & Chris Clemons -Polk

My deepest sympathy and condolences to the Willoughby family.

Sylvia Pratt

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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