Frederick C. Willis III
Passed April 14, 2026
Frederick C. Willis III
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Frederick C. Willis III, 56, of Raleigh, NC, passed away on April 14, 2026.
Fred lived a full and generous life, defined by his deep love for his family, his easygoing nature, and the way he showed up for others without hesitation.
He shared 30 years of marriage with Angie Willis, with whom he raised his children, Joshua (23), Gabe (22), and Lily (19).
Fred built an impactful career at Boston Scientific, where he played an instrumental role in establishing and growing the company’s presence in spinal cord stimulation (SCS). He was known not only for his expertise, but for his compassion, patience, and commitment to improving the lives of patients. He took pride in his work and in the strong relationships he built with colleagues and physicians alike.
Outside of work, Fred embraced life fully. He had a passion for fitness and a love of great food, always enjoying new restaurants and experiences. He was a natural host who loved bringing people together and was known for his generosity, and never hesitated to give his time or resources to others. Fred had a great sense of humor, enjoyed sharing jokes, and brought a lighthearted energy to those around him.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Linda Willis of Vicksburg, MI.
He is survived by his children and their mother, Cary, NC; his father, Frederick C. Willis II of Vicksburg, MI; his brothers, Mike Willis (Dawn) of Vicksburg, MI, and Rob Willis (April) of Lawton, MI; and his sister, Michelle Fruehauf (Mike) of Portage, MI.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 18th at Renaissance Funeral Home, 7615 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC, at 3:00 PM. The family will greet guests after the sevice.
A Celebration of Life reception will immediately follow at The Terrace Raleigh, 225 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC.
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