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Willard French Obituary
77, of Show Low, AZ passed away on March 8, 2011. Francis Willard French was born August 30, 1933 to James Arthur and Elizabeth French in Fort Worth TX. He married Billie Hubbard and had two sons, Wayne and Robert. He served as Church Pastor, School Principal, College Dean, Private Detective, County Commissioner and Justice of the Peace. He later married Arleen Hemminghaus of Tempe AZ and resided in Show Low AZ. Willard is survived by his wife Arleen, his two sons Wayne and Robert and their spouses Diane and Michelle, grandchildren Heath and Justin, his sister Mary Elizabeth, Arleen's children Paula and Brian Mueller, Jennifer and Jim Lancaster, Lisa and Mike Haines, Henry Hemminghuas, Philip and Debbie Hemminghaus and Andrew Hemminghaus along with many other nieces, nephews and 11 other grandchildren. Willard is preceded in death by his parents and siblings James Arthur Jr. and Alice Janette. Memorial services will be held at 5:00 PM at Christ Church Lutheran at 3901 E. Indian School Rd. in Phoenix AZ. 85018. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation is suggested to the School of Christ Church Lutheran.
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Carrie Thomas
March 15, 2011
I will always remember Judge French. He was a great boss and a blessing to me. I shall miss him very much - that twinkle in his eye when he was happy. My deepest sympathy.
Matthew & Melissa Niemiera
March 14, 2011
It was such a blessing to know Judge French. We will greatly miss him here (but will greatly look forward to seeing him in Heaven)
Mary Secord
March 13, 2011
So sorry to hear of Will's passing. My sympathy to Arleen and the family. We at Fairway Park will miss Will greatly.
Scott & Erika West
March 10, 2011
May God's Peace surround you as you celebrate his life here on Earth and his transition to life everlasting. We are so sorry for your loss.
Love and Blessings,
March 10, 2011
To the family of Will French.
I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I got to know him during his time as President of the Fairway Park Homeowner's Association. It was a pleasure to get to know him, and he will be missed greatly
Kathy McManis
March 10, 2011
Wayne, Bob, Diane, Michelle, Arlene and Famiy,
I am so sorry for your loss. I certainly understand what you are going through, but I pray God's Grace and sweet memories of your dad will help sustain you during the difficult days that lie ahead.
Love and Prayers, Mrs. Lynn Russell
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