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Honoring The

LEGACY ALPHA: OCTOBER 12, 1938

OMEGA: OCTOBER 01, 2021

Of

DEACON WILLIE L.

Douglas, Jr.

New Light Missionary Baptist Church 1105 Willow Road | Greensboro, NC

Reverend Dr. Cardes H. Brown, Jr. - Eulogist Pastor, New Light Missionary Baptist Church

DEACON DOUGLAS

"For we walk by faith ..."

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A LEGACY

OF LOVE AND FAITH

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eacon Willie Lee Douglas was born on October 12, 1938 in Mamers, NC (Harnett County) to the late Mary Lillie WilsonDouglas and Willie Hartfield Douglas. The Lord called him home on Friday morning, October 1, 2021.

Deacon Douglas attended Chapel Hill A.M.E. Zion Church at an early age where he served as an usher, a member of the choir and sang with a quartet. Willie was educated in Harnett County schools and graduated from Shawtown High School in 1957. After high school graduation, he relocated to Greensboro, NC where he continued his studies at Guilford Technical Community College. He was employed at Bridges Furniture and later at Southern Foods.

Willie Douglas met and married his best friend, sweetheart and soulmate, Shirley Reese Douglas on May 18, 1963. They recently celebrated 58 years of marriage. God blessed this union with four wonderful children, eight grandchildren, two great grandchildren, three daughters in-law and two great granddaughters in-law. “For we Walk by Faith, Not by Sight.” 2 Corinthians 5:7 KJV The Douglas family joined New Light Baptist Church more than 43 years ago. Deacon Douglas was a faithful servant leader who assisted the Pastor as a Deacon Family Ministy Head. He sang in the Men’s Choir, was a faithful member of Sunday School, served with the Ushers, and later became Coordinator of the Senior Ushers Ministry. He volunteered in various capacities in the community and was always willing to lend a helping hand. He often offered sound advice to youth and young adults.

He was a member of the NAACP and an Ombudsman (Male support Group of NANBPWC’s, Inc.) Deacon Douglas leaves cherished memories and love to his helpmate and supportive wife, Shirley R. Douglas who will always love him; his children, Kelley Douglas-Smith of Greensboro, NC, Sherrod Lee Douglas (Kim) of Whitsett, NC, Jermaine Cameron Douglas (LaKeasha) of Cary, NC, and Marcus Tory Douglas (Tiffany) of Greensboro, NC; grandchildren, Austin Reese Smith (Ikee) of Cary, NC, Rodney Legrant Smith, Jr. (Brianna) of Dallas, TX, Kristin Alexis Smith, Kennedi Alexandria Smith, Marcus Wesley Douglas, Brandon Douglas, and Kevin Douglas, all of Greensboro, NC, Joshua Jamel White of Whitsett, NC; great-grandchildren, Ryder Lee Smith of Dallas, TX and August Ayden White of Whitsett, NC; as well as a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.

Deacon Douglas was preceded in death by: his mother and father; his sisters, Minister Irene Campbell and Minister Mary Frances Ray; and his brothers Bert “Jeff ” Douglas, Carey Douglas, and John Wesley Douglas.

He is survived by his brother, McKinley Douglas and his sister, Minister Elizabeth Cameron.

Family and friends will cherish the moments they spent with Deacon Douglas. God has called him to reside in a new home called heaven where we shall meet again one day.

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REMEMBER

Me

Speak of me as you have always done.

Remember the good times, laughter, and fun.

Share the happy memories we've made.

Do not let them wither or fade.

I'll be with you in summer's sun And when the winter's chill has come.

I'll be the voice that whispers in the breeze.

I'm peaceful now, put your mind as ease.

I've rested my eyes and gone to sleep, But memories we've shared are yours to keep.

Sometimes our final days may be a test, But remember me when I was at my best.

Although things may not be the same, Don't be afraid to speak my name.

Let your sorrow last for just a while.

Comfort each other and try to smile.

I've lived a life filled with joy and fun.

Live on now, make me proud of what you'll become.

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ORDER

of Service

Officiant: Reverend Amos L. Quick, III

Pastor, Calvary Baptist Church of High Point, NC

Opening Selection: C.H. Brown, Jr. Ensemble Scripture Reading: Old Testament | Reverend Dr. Daniel Webb Pastor, First United Baptist Church of High Point, NC

New Testament | Reverend Dayhige Wright

Pastor, Living Water Baptist Church of High Point, NC

Prayer of Comfort: Reverend Dr. Nathan E. Scovens

Pastor, Galilee Missionary Baptist Church of Winston-Salem, NC

Remarks: Reverend C. Bradley Hunt, II New Light Missionary Baptist Church Mrs. Leta Wright Mr. James Upchurch Tribute: Ms. Deborah Flowers Bible Dedication: Reverend and Mrs.Freddie Seabrooks Pastor, Mineral Sprngs Baptist Church, Pelham, NC

Solo: Mr. Brian Gillis Family Remarks: Deaconess Shirley Douglas, Wife Ms. LaDonna Paige, Niece Minister Virginia Donaldson, Niece Mr. Sherrod L. Douglas , Son Mr. Austin R. Smith, Grandson A Legacy of Love and Faith: Read Silently

Acknowledgements: Ms. Sandra A. Cook Solo: Deaconess Helena Henry Eulogy: Reverend Dr. Cardes H. Brown, Jr. Senior Pastor, New Light Missionary Baptist Church

Recessional: Please Stand Interment: Westminster Gardens Cemetery 3601 Whitehurst Road, Greensboro, NC

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TREASURED

Memories

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CHERISHED

Memories

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FLORAL BEARERS

PALL BEARERS

New Light Deaxoness Ministry

New Light Deacons Ministey

HONORARY FLORAL BEARERS

HONORARY PALL BEARERS

Nieces

Dad ...

Nephews

(Pop Pop) was so strong, sweet, and special to us.

He molded us with principles of integrity, altruism, and compassion.

These have contributed to making us successful with our families and in our personal endeavors. ~ The Children, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren ~

Acknowledgements

We humbly and lovingly express gratitude to each of you for the many deeds of kindness extended to us during our season of bereavement.

We extend a Special Thanks to Dr. Magrinat and Nurse Practitioner Lindsey, Nurse Valerie and the entire Wesley Long health team.

We thank God for the life of Willie Douglas, Jr. He was a gift to us and we were truly blessed by the times that we shared with him.

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