Share
Let the family know you care by sharing this tribute.
Billy Joe Willett, 88, of Statesville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at
the Gordon Hospice House.
He was born in Lee County, NC to the late Francis and Mavoline Jackson Willett. He was a
graduate of Piedmont College, Demorest, GA, and Southeastern Seminary, Wake Forest, NC. He
was an ordained minister of the United Church of Christ and prior to his retirement faithfully
served churches in North Carolina and Virginia for 42 years.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 66 years, Margaret Wishon Willett; sons Mike
Willett (Kathy), Mark Willett (Kristie); grandchildren, Lauren Willett Jurcak (Mike), Matthew
Willett, Tyler Willett (Misha), Marshall Willett (Anna); step grandchildren, Jadon Welborn,
Kason Welborn; great grandsons, Finn Jurcak, and Lincoln Jurcak.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at Wesley Memorial UM Church in Statesville with
Pastor Dan Money and Rev. Gervase Hitch officiating. The family will visit with friends following
the service in the Fellowship Hall. Graveside rites will be held at Hanks Chapel Christian Church,
Pittsboro, NC.
Memorials may be made to Wesley Memorial UMC, 825 Wesley Dr., Statesville, NC 28677 or to
Hospice of Iredell County, 2347 Simonton Rd., Statesville, NC 28625.
Carolina Cremation is honored to serve the Willett family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.
Judy Gardner says
Margaret
You may not remember me but I remember you and BJ when you were at Bethlehem in Suffolk Va
My husband was Wayne Gardner
I am so sorry to hear of your loss
I will keep you and your family in my prayers
God Bless
Walt Seyter says
Mark and Kristie,
I am very sorry for your and your family’s loss. May your memories bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Kim Sheriff says
Margaret, So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. He was a special man and meant so very much to me. I feel honored to have known him. You and your family are in my prayers.
Kim Sheriff (Tom’s daughter)
Doug Griffith says
Margaret,
I was blessed to have you and Bill at First E&R as I grew up. We love you and are holding you up in prayer for strength and comfort.