Willie Akpan Udofia Jr.

Willie Udofia Jr. was born on October 12, 1991 to Willie Udofia Sr. and Veturs Mack. His formative years were spent in Gwinnett County schools and recreational sports, where he developed lifetime friendships and athletic abilities. Most of all, everyone knew Willie for the smile that could brighten any room or any moment. Willie attended Berkeley Lake Elementary School, Duluth Middle and graduated from Peachtree Ridge High School in 2010 where he lettered in football and track. He helped to lead the Peachtree Ridge Lions to back-to-back regional championships in the 2008 and 2009 seasons. As Captain in his 2009 Senior Season, Willie led the team to a 12-3 record, ultimately earning a spot in the Georgia State Championship game. His dedication to his academics and sports earned him a scholarship to play football for the Air Force Academy Preparatory School from 2010 until 2011. His success in 2010 and 2011 led him to East LA College where he was named the team’s best receiver, based on his 31 catches for 501 yards and 8 touchdowns in his final season! His track skills came in handy as he clocked in 4.4 seconds for the 40-yard dash. After obtaining his Associate’s degree, he went on to play for Colorado State Rams where he demonstrated incredible talent and flexibility to excel on offensive and defensive positions, whenever he was needed. He received his Bachelor's degree in communication from Colorado State University in 2015. Willie’s charismatic demeanor was a trademark in the friendships that he built, which extended to all of the parents, teachers and coaches in the “village” that supported his family, including his four siblings. You simply needed to say “Willie” and everyone knew that hard working, positive energy and “real one” would show up! His circle of friends and family are heartbroken because Willie is most definitely gone too soon, but he had a great impact on everyone that he connected with in a way that will be remembered for a long time to come. His 30 years with us will be marked as the treasure that he gave us during his time with us. Willie leaves his family to cherish his memories, including his parents Willie Udofia Sr. and Veturs Mack; Stepmother: Christiana Udofia; Siblings: Madelyn Green, Breona Udofia, Victor Udofia, Lillian Udofia; Aunts: Youther Mack, Mary Mack, Carolyn Mack, Mary Udofia, Alice Adepegba, Eno Offishe, Christiana Udofia and Atim Udofia; Uncles: Blanton Mack, Desmore Mack, Desman Mack, Kenneth Mack; Niece: Affiona Heard; Nephews: Fernando Holt, Michael Green, Zechariah Zarate and great nephews, nieces, cousins and loved ones. While their worlds will never be the same without Willie, their lives have a forever quilt of memories that will comfort them for countless years to come. Service entrusted to Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory; Lawrenceville; 770.338.5558

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Willie Akpan Udofia Jr.

October 12, 1991 - November 1, 2021