He was a tool and dye maker for Delco-Remy Division of General Motors, and retired after 30 years of service.
He was a member UAW Local 662 and Meadowbrook Church of Christ.
Willard is survived by his loving life partner, Ella Francene Roberts; and children, Marla (Joe) Crocker, Tammy (Tracy) Crawford, Gayla (Rob) Gibbs, Chuck (Krista) Roberts, Kay Horning, Jenny Sparks, Dallas Roberts, and Vicki (Alan) Bronnenberg. Also, surviving are his grandchildren, JD, Claire, Jimmy, Shelly, Cassi, Buford, Sydney, Chance, and Erica Crusmire; brothers, Phillip (Sharon) Hatter, Clifford Hatter, and Jerry (Pam) Hatter, and several other grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Hazel Hatter; son, Earl Hatter; sister, Opal Wilson; and brothers, Edward Hatter and BW Hatter.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 22, 2023, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm at Loose Funeral Homes & Crematory, 200 West 53rd St. Anderson, IN.
Services will follow visitation at 1:00 pm at the funeral home.
Burial will take place in the Anderson Memorial Park.
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