Douglas Richard Willets Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2024-05-06T17:00:00
End: 2024-05-06T18:00:00
Location: Southern Funeral Care

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Douglas Richard Willets of Tampa, Florida, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Douglas Richard left this world on April 14, 2024 at the age of 86, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Walker Willets and Velma Willets; and his brother David Willets. He is survived by: his wife Elizabeth Weaver (Betty); his daughters, Linda Sheppard (Daniel) and Lori Hamm (Jim); his grandchildren, Danielle Sanchez (Rob), Alisa Ragghianti (Tyler), Jessica Hodson, Ryan Sheppard (Dayna), Jesse Hamm and Kristina Sheppard; and his great grandchildren, Savannah, Carter, Olivia, Emma, Mason, Lukas, Jacob, Leah, Scarlett and Cayson.

In lieu of flowers, Douglas would like you to donate to LifePath Hospice or your charity of choice.

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April 24, 2024

Gail Eooks wrote a sympathy message

“Sweet Betty and girls, So sorry for your loss. We will be praying for your entire family. As my cousin I will forever remember his strong love and care for his family. It was a beautiful example of his amazing commitment to those he loved. Being a girl and thirteen years younger than Doug, I was an easy target for his teasing and jokes. I will always treasure so many memories of growing up with his love and wit. So blessed he was part of my life. Love to you all…. Gail and Steve Rooks”

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