RALEIGH

Joseph Willett, Jr., passed away on April 6, 2020. He was born on July 18, 1930 in Greenwood, SC, to the late Joseph Willett, Sr. and Agnes Stone Willett. Joseph is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Carolyn Willett; son, Joseph Willett III of Raleigh; daughters, Sharon (Rob) McCallum and Carol Lynn (Stan) Williams all of Raleigh; ten grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Willett is preceded in death by his brother, Charles Edwin Willett and sister, Elizabeth Ann Willett.

Due to public health concerns we are offering a vehicle visitation at Montlawn Funeral Home, 2911 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC 27603, starting at 1:00PM on Thursday, April 9, 2020. You can drive up in your car and greet the family from within your vehicle. This will allow friends and family the opportunity to express their condolences and allow the family to see guests safely and within the CDC guidelines. If you chose to you may also enter the building in small groups.  Montlawn Funeral Home staff will be there to guide and assist you in either case with safety protocols.

The family and friends will gather immediately following the visitation for an outdoor Graveside Service. Again, the service will adhere to public health guidelines. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.montlawn.com. In honor of Mr. Willett, flowers are welcome, and monetary donations may be made to The Salvation Army.