Willard William Antilla
1933 - 2024
Willard William Antilla
1933 - 2024
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1933
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2024
Willard Antilla Obituary
As a child Willard's family moved to Bovey, Minnesota. During high school he met Marlys Roy from a neighboring town of Grand Rapids, Minnesota at a roller rink. After graduating from Bovey High school he enlisted in the US Air Force. Willard served in the Air Force from July 15, 1952 to July 14, 1956; stationed in Sheppard AFB Texas, Kunsan South Korea and Larson AFB Washington. Willard is a Korean War Veteran. While stationed at Larson AFB Washington he married Marlys Roy on July 2, 1955. They were married for 69 years. During their marriage Willard worked as an iron ore miner in Minnesota but missed the Pacific Northwest and soon moved to Aberdeen, Washington working for West Coast Grocery Company. He transferred to Salem when West Coast Grocery closed in Aberdeen in 1972 and worked until retirement in 1994.
Willard enjoyed spending time with his family, camping, the beach, bowling, traveling and walking his dogs. He also enjoyed coaching youth softball. His selflessness, resilience, and unconditional love have been a guiding light. Dad was a pillar of strength, our guide and our greatest supporter. We are profoundly grateful for the incredible father he was.
Willard is preceded in death by his parents Arne and Ina Antilla, sisters Betty Antilla and Gloria Snyder, brothers Clifford Antilla and Eugene Antilla. He leaves behind his wife Marlys Antilla, and his 5 daughters; Debra (Tom) Farmer, Cheryl (Harold) VerStrate, Carol (Brent) Liddell, Jodi Antilla and Julie (Damien) Slevin. Also his 11 grandkids and 15 great grandkids.
There will be a Memorial service on Friday, September 27, 2024 at 1:00 PM at City View Funeral Home, 390 Hoyt St. S, Salem, Oregon.
When tomorrow starts without me, we're not so far apart. For every time you think of me, I'm right here in your heart.
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Laura Y
September 26, 2024
I will always remember and be grateful for being welcome into their home. I am thankful for being able to spend time with a family full of love.
Dean Sebastian
September 26, 2024
Thoughts and prayers for your family
RIP Willard
June Shimp
September 26, 2024
Grew up with Julie and spent many a day at the Antilla residence. Nothing but love there! I have many fond memories of Willard dealing with teenage shenanigans. He will be missed and forever in my heart. Sending love to Pat and the family!
Louise Slevin
September 25, 2024
Our sincere condolences to Pat, Julie, Damien and all the extended Antilla family on the sad passing of Willard. May Willard rest in peace. God bless.
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Marion Timm
September 17, 2024
Willard was a great friend. Camping with him and Pat along with their Minnesota friend Dolores, will always be a fond memory.
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