Willie Downing's obituary , Passed away on February 9, 2023 in Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Willie Downing

April 15, 1947 - February 9, 2023 (75 years old)

Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Willie Downing's obituary , Passed away on February 9, 2023 in Fort Walton Beach, Florida

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Emerald Coast Funeral Home

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Willie Downing

April 15, 1947 - February 9, 2023 (75 years old)

Fort Walton Beach, Florida

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Willie Downing Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Willie Downing (Fort Walton Beach, Florida), who passed away at the age of 75, on February 9, 2023. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his mother Evelyn Griffin; his son Kevin Downing; and his siblings, Geraldine Williams (late Leroy), Bryant Downing, Arthur Griffin (Carolyn) and Jerry Downing (Katherine).

He is survived by: his daughter Marlyce Roberts (Elder Reginald Roberts) of Huntsville, AL; his grandchildren, Dallis Downing of Niceville, FL, Reginald Roberts, II of Huntsville, AL, Kevin Downing of Niceville, FL and Tyler Roberts of Huntsville, AL; and his siblings, Martha Sue Thomas (Pete) of Troy, AL., Enorris Downing (Yvette) of Detroit, MI, Terry Downing (Lisa) of South Riding, VA and Khris Downing of Ardmore, AL. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

He earned numerous awards including Citations and Commendations for his contributions to a mission in Southeast Asia and the Civil Engineering Squadron.

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Feb 18

Visitation

Emerald Coast Funeral Home
161 Racetrack Rd NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

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Feb 18

Funeral service

Emerald Coast Funeral Home
161 Racetrack Rd NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

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Feb 18

Committal service

Beal Memorial Cemetery
316 Beal Pkwy NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

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