Braxton Willoughby of Red Springs passed away on Saturday, August 13, 2016 in his home at the age of 86.
He was born December 17, 1929 in Robeson County to the late William Franklin Willoughby and Mary Pauline Bass Willoughby.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Francene Willoughby. He was a founding member of New Harvest Church of God in Red Springs. He was employed with Burlington Industries in Raeford, for 43 years , with perfect attendance, before he retired.
He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Thelma Caulder Willoughby of Red Springs; three sons, Bruce Willoughby (Bedi) of Rockfish, Wallace Willoughby (Michele) of Lumberton, and Matthew Willoughby (Ardene) of Red Springs; two daughters, Rudene W. McDougald (Danny) of Rockingham, and Myra W. Robinson (Mike) of Red Springs; 19 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren, eight great-great-grandchildren; and a brother, Furman Willoughby (Ann) of Lumberton.
Visitation will be held 7-9 p.m. Monday, August 15, 2016 at Crumpler Funeral Home 220 E. 4th Ave. Red Springs.
The funeral will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, August 16, 2016 at Crumpler Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Bob Schmidt officiating. Burial will be in the Alloway Cemetery.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.