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Billy Joe Willard Sr.

1951 - 2013

Billy Joe Willard Sr. obituary, 1951-2013, LaPorte, IN

BORN

1951

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Baumgardner Funeral Home

212 North Tarrant Street

Crowley, Texas

Billy Willard Obituary

Billy Joe "Bill" Willard Sr., 62, of LaPorte, Ind., passed away Monday, Oct. 21, 2013, at a hospital in South Bend, Ind. Funeral: 11 a.m. Saturday at Baumgardner Funeral Chapel, 212 N. Tarrant, Crowley. Interment: Crowley Cemetery. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Baumgardner Funeral Chapel. Memorials: Can be directed to Shriners' Hospital for Children. Bill was born Feb. 8, 1951, in Portsmouth, Va., to Bille and Louise Collier Willard, who preceded him in death. 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 bringing him home to Texas. Bill was preceded in death by his brother, Denny Willard. Survivors: Wife, Debbie Willard of LaPorte, Ind.; son, Billy Joe Willard Jr. (Erika) of Crestview, Fla.; daughters, April Tepera (Mark) of Mesquite and Lora Ann Willard of Grandview; grandchildren, Justin M. Williams, Ashley McBrayer, Tiffany N. Tepera, Dalton C. Tepera and Austin D. Willard; adopted son, Alan McGrath; three great-grandchildren; soon-to-be granddaughter, Madilynn "Ladybug" Willard; sisters, Linda Ingram and Shirley Jackson, both of Texas; and numerous nieces and nephews.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Oct. 24, 2013.

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Jane Aguilar

November 18, 2013

Rest in Peace my friend. You were a good man and will be missed!

Deb

November 17, 2013

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

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

Ming Ransdell

October 29, 2013

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.

Karen Kennedy

October 26, 2013

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

October 25, 2013

Sorry for your loss. May Billy rest in peace. Orville & Shirley Taylor

Renee Ramirez

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!!

Julia Frances Leon

October 24, 2013

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.

Melissa C

October 24, 2013

I am so sorry for your lost... my deepest sympathy and prayers to your whole family.

Paula Griffin

October 24, 2013

Prayers for the family and deepest condolences

debbie depew

October 24, 2013

R.I.P. Bill

amber gunter

October 24, 2013

i am very sorry for the willard family. i only met him once and that was the day of his accident i sat there with him and made sure he was okay until the ambulance got there. he was the sweetest man ive met even in pain... i cant even explain how sorry i am.. just remember you didnt lose him you all gained an angel as well as a gaurdian. my deepest prayers and condolences go out to this family :(

Kim Money

October 24, 2013

Rest in Peace my friend. May God wrap his loving arms around your family and give them comfort.

Grace Carlson

October 24, 2013

I am very sorry for the Willard family. I only met him a few times at his Son's wedding but could tell he was a wonderful family man.

Shirley Jackson

October 24, 2013

I will miss you so much!!!! Big Brother!

Latorya Wright

October 24, 2013

My deepest and sincere condolences to the family. Jesus Christ will be with you and will keep you wrapped in his arms through your times of grief! I worked under Mr. Willard @Sears NCC in Dallas, kind man who seemed so free spirited! GOD bless you all!

Tony & Karen Horton

October 24, 2013

God Bless your family as you walk with Jesus Christ.,
Ronnie Kennedy we love you, sir.

Tan Phillips

October 24, 2013

My name is Tan and I worked under Mr. Willard for Sears. He was a pleasant man with a kind spirit. Great man. My condolences to your family. GodBless

Barb Ostrega

October 23, 2013

Heartfelt condolences to Bill's family

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