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Feb 8, 1951 - Oct 21, 2013 (Age 62)
Rest in Peace my friend. You were a good man and will be missed!
Jane Aguilar
November 18, 2013 | Newport Beach, CA
A love like ours only happens once upon a lifetime....as we always said, it is you and me forever. I love you Bill, now, forever, always....
Deb
November 17, 2013 | Laporte, IN
Bill, love like ours only happens once in a lifetime...it was not supposed to end this way. As we always said, it is you and me forever! I love you, now, forever, always....
Deb
Deb
November 17, 2013 | DC
My sincere condolences to the Willard family. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Bill was a special person and I very much enjoyed working with him once I got to know him well enough to bypass that gruff ex-marine act. He always had the respect of his team and made sure we took care of all to the best of our abilities. His dedication to his family and his job was very obvious.
Ming Ransdell
October 29, 2013 | IL
Our hearts are heavy as we morn your loss, we will always have our memories, you will be missed by many. Love ya Brother in Law RIP
Karen Kennedy
October 26, 2013 | Grandview, TX
Sorry for your loss. May Billy rest in peace. Orville & Shirley Taylor
October 25, 2013
MR. B. Impacted my life in such a way that till this day I speak of for I remember everything I learned from him. I always have referred to him as the BEST BOSS I have ever had. I miss his sense of humor and friendship so much. At least I have memories and lessons that will always stay with me and that I can share and pass on to others. Thank You for that Mr. B. You will remain alive in memory forever!!
Renee Ramirez
October 25, 2013 | Dallas, TX
Mr. Willard was such a phenomenal man with a big heart. He was loving and caring. He will be truly missed. My prayers go out to the family.
Julia Frances Leon
October 24, 2013 | Houston, TX
I am so sorry for your lost... my deepest sympathy and prayers to your whole family.
Melissa C
October 24, 2013 | Saginaw, TX
Billy Joe Willard Sr. ?Bill?, age 62, of LaPorte, IN, passed away on October 21, 2013 at South Bend Memorial Hospital in South Bend, IN.Bill was born on February 8, 1951 in Portsmouth, VA to Billie and Louise (Collier) Willard, who preceded him in death. Bill is survived by his wife: Debbie Willard of LaPorte, IN; son: Billy Joe (Erika) Willard Jr. of Crestview, FL; daughters: April (Mark) Tepera of Mesquite, TX and Lora Ann Willard of Grandview, TX; grandchildren: Justin M. Williams, Ashley McBrayer, Tiffany N. Tepera, Dalton C. Tepera, Austin D. Willard; adopted son: Alan McGrath, three great-grandchildren and soon-to-be granddaughter: Madilynn ?Ladybug? Willard; also sisters: Linda Ingram and Shirley Jackson both of Texas, including numerous nieces and nephews.Bill was also preceded in death by his brother: Denny Willard.Bill had two loves in life, his family and riding his motorcycle. He had a big strong heart and he loved his wife, his children and grandchildren, family and friends. He will be deeply missed by all. His family is taking him home to Texas.Visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, October 25, 2013 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Baumgardner Funeral Home 212 N. Tarrant in Crowley, TX.Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2013 at 11:00 AM at Baumgardner Funeral Home Crowley, TX, with burial at Crowley Cemetery.Local arrangements have been entrusted to Geisen-Carlisle Funeral Home 613 Washington St. Michigan City, IN.Memorial contributions can be directed to Shriners? Hospital for Children.To sign guestbook or leave condolences, please visit www.Carlislfh.com.
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