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Kenneth Willard Obituary
Knoxville, TN
Kenneth Edwin Willard Sr. "Papaw" 71, went to be with his Lord and Savior on February 17th with his loving and devoted wife by his side. Member of Wallace Memorial Baptist Church, Owner of Sutherland Deli, Avid fan of his grandchildren, enjoyed playing golf and gin with friends at Whittle Springs Golf Course.
Preceded in death by parents; Lee and Ollie Sue Willard, brothers; Bill, Jerry and Ronnie Willard, sister-in-law; Pat Hale.
Survived by wife of 52 years, Peggy; sons Kenny Jr. (Jackie) and Tim (Marta); grandchildren Ashley Taylor, Hayden, Zane and Drew; great-granddaughter Jordan and Brother, Robert Willard; sisters-in-law Brenda and Linda Willard and several nieces and nephews. Celebration of life will be held at Wallace Memorial Baptist Church, Receiving of friends from 6:00-8:00 pm on Friday February 19th. Services to follow, Kent Williams officiating. Friends may leave their condolences at www.highlandmemorialknoxville.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Willard
gypsy finley
February 22, 2016
So very sorry he was such a fine man and Peggy I know your heart is broken I pray God wraps his loving arms around each of you and eases your pain
Beverly Taylor
February 20, 2016
Peggy, thinking of and your family at this sad time. Remembering the fun we all had singing at the deli. Many prayers!
Jerry Dyer
February 20, 2016
Peggy and family, sorry to hear about Kenny. He was a good friend in high school. He will be remembered.
sam lee
February 20, 2016
just found out tonight about my good friend willard passing. it sadden me to hear my friend passing. i'm thinking of peggy and family
Elaine Noe McMurray
February 19, 2016
I was very sorry to read about Kenny's passing. I remember him from school, and was at your place of business once and saw what a good time you and Kenny made sure everyone had. I'm sure he will be missed by many, but most of all his family. May you find comfort in knowing he is at peace and isn't in any pain or suffering. You all were a special couple to many people,and I pray you will know just how much you both were loved by so many!! With my deepest sympathies, Elaine Noe McMurray
Don Pittman,Sr
February 19, 2016
I lived next door to the Willard family for several years,when we were growing up!My prayers are with the entire Willard Family!May GOD be with the family!!!
Wayne Sexton
February 19, 2016
Peggy, just know our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time. May God bless you and comfort you with His grace. Kenny was always one of my favorite people. A good man!
February 19, 2016
RIP KENNY.
Cindy, Bucky & Bryce Solomon
February 19, 2016
I hated to hear about Kenny passing away. I can see him giving Bryce a hard time at Whittle Springs when he came in from playing golf. Prayers are with all of you during this time.
Paul (pug) Knight
February 19, 2016
So very very sorry Peggy, thinking about ya.......
Jason Harbison
February 19, 2016
Peggy and family - I am so sorry to hear about Kenny. He was loved very dearly and will be missed tremendously. He was a great fan of all of his kids and grand kids and the sports that they played. He was a dedicated man to all of them. My prayers and love go out for you and your family, Love you all.
Katrina Ricker
February 19, 2016
Peggy, my love and prayers are with you and your family. May God give you peace and comfort.
Nancy and Crawford Turner
February 19, 2016
So sorry to hear about Kenny. All our classmates are like family. Prayers for the family and friends.
February 19, 2016
Peggy, I am so sorry to hear about Kenny. My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Jamie Smith
Jerry "Shot" Henry
February 19, 2016
So sorry to hear about Kenny. Loved him like a brother and so had so many good times together. Will never forget Kenny. Prayers for you and the family.
Walt & Rebekah Garrison
February 19, 2016
Peggy,
No words can express the sorrow I know you and the family are feeling at this time. We may not understand God's plans but you can take comfort in knowing he is with our Savior. Kenny always brought a smile to our faces and will always be in our heart and memories. You and your family are in our prayers.
February 19, 2016
Peggy, sorry to hear about Kenny. He was a great person and one the good guys. May he rest in peace. I will be saying a prayer for you and your family .
David Henderlight ,Naples Fl.
Dan Brock
February 19, 2016
GOD will be with the whole family during this time of the passing of your love one, i enjoyed very much being around Kenneth and his family over the last three years at all the high school football games, he will surely be missed by everyone that knew and loved him, may GOD Bless his wife, and his entire family. HE said he would will never leave or forsake you. Trust in the LORD. Your friend Dan Brock.
February 19, 2016
Peggy and family - Our condolences for your loss - always good memories of you and the family - Donnie-Janet- Stanton
Billy and Marcie Lane
February 19, 2016
With Love and Prayers
Traci Jeffries Long
February 19, 2016
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Glenda Irwin
February 19, 2016
Peggy,
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you and your family are very close in every thought and prayer.
Telena Hodges
February 19, 2016
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