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Willard Myron Wentz
1965 - 2021
Willard Myron Wentz
1965 - 2021
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Willard Wentz Obituary
Willard Myron Wentz, born Sept. 26, 1965, and went to his heavenly home on January 6, 2021. He is survived by his sisters Letha Christensen (Steve) of Van Buren, AR, Sue Ann Wentz of Ft. Smith, and brothers Harlan Wentz (Karen) of Fleming Island, FL. and Steve Wentz of Spiro, OK, his niece Tricia Klitz, and many other family members. He was preceded in death by his parents Ray and Robbie Wentz and brother David Wentz. Willard was a graduate of the class of 1983 at Northside High School and referred to as one of the biggest fans of the Grizzlies. He was also a graduate of Arkansas Tech University and lifelong member of Theta Kai Fraternity. Willard was a Deputy Clerk for Sebastian County for many years. A memorial service will be held 10AM, Saturday, January 16, 2021 at Ocker Memorial Chapel in Van Buren. . In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of your choice.
All arrangements and cremation are under the direction of Ocker Funeral Home in Van Buren. Due to the COVID-19 cases, please wear your mask, your cooperation would be greatly appreciated.
Online tributes: www.ockerfuneralhome.com
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Paula Longoria (Hatfield)
January 23, 2021
I’ve know Willard since 1st grade. He was quite colorful even in elementary school we went skating together and to Tillis Park. He always had the best colors not just the primary colors Willard had fluorescent colors. That’s exactly what Willard was a fluorescent light for all he knew and loved.
Love ya Willard.
Mary Bowen Cason
January 16, 2021
I remember Willard from school. So sorry to hear of his passing. Fly high with the Angels. May you rest in peace.
Jane-Ellen Kutchka
January 16, 2021
Willard will be so missed. He was such a kind and funny person. I always enjoyed seeing him at the Northside football games. Love you, Willard!
Sherry Galyen
January 16, 2021
Always a smile, a kind word and a good laugh. Willard, you will be truly missed by the hearts you’ve touched. You will be missed by so many. Rest In Peace dear friend!
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Sue Forbis
January 15, 2021
My special brother
I love you. Have a blast dancing with the angels. RIP
Kevin Brehmer
January 15, 2021
I first met Willard when I started at Northside High School. I remember thinking wow this guy is energetic.
I had no idea at the time he would become one of my oldest, truest & dearest friends.
Over the last 40 years Willard has always been a constant in my life.
Enthusiastic and engaging with those he cared for. Which was most everyone.
Helpful with people no matter whether it was good, bad or ugly.
He always showed kindness and tolerance.
His grace towards others was above reproach.
He would shoulder the problems of others because he truly cared about helping those around him.
I was always amazed at the amount of understanding he had with his friends and acquaintances.
There are a lot of lives that he impacted his kindness and sincerity.
He was a Friend to count on.
He was a Brother to rely on.
He was a Wingman to confide in.
He was constant.
God Bless & God Speed
Kevin Brehmer
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Jenn
January 15, 2021
The first time I met Willard was in college. We were at a party (go figure) and he came up to me and said "I think we're related!" Then in true Willard fashion, he proceeded to tell me all about our family tree and how I was related to him. :)) We were distant as family, but closer as friends.
The thing I'll remember most about Willard is that he always had a smile...I mean a BIG smile...on his face. And that laugh! And how he was just there for you, you know? Whenever you needed him, he was just always there for you.
I'm going to miss him.
Jenn
January 15, 2021
Willard with his Theta Chi brothers '92.
Kattie Robinson
January 12, 2021
I remember when I first met Willard, I was in the 9th grade and he was in the 7th at Darby Junior high. Rose Ulrich and I were teaching choir on teachers appreciation day. Willard was a little pest but he became a real good friend whom I kept in contact with over the years. I will forever cherish the hand stitched Northside shirts he made me, and yes we tried to outdo each other at the football games. I'm going to miss the calls back and forth to say hi, check how we doing and those call for no reason at all. To know Willard was to love him and I will always have a special place in my heart for him. Family know he loved you dearly and talked about you all the time. So rest in peace my dear friend you will truly be missed by me.
Billy and Penny McElyea
January 12, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Danette Farris
January 11, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Willard was an awesome friend!! He will be missed!!
Cindi Watkins’s
January 11, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Robert McDaniel
January 11, 2021
I'll miss our bizarre and enthusiastic conversations. Godspeed Brother.
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