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Danny L. Willard, age 64, of Warsaw, passed away on Oct. 29, 2026, at his residence surrounded by his family.
He was born on March 23, 1962, to Danny B. Willard and Shelby Smoker Willard in Wabash. On Jan. 6, 1989, He married Toni Bolinger Willard.
For the majority of his career, Danny worked for multiple orthopedic manufacturers, including Zimmer Biomet and Paragon. He built a long professional life through that work, and those who knew him understood the steady commitment he brought to it.
Danny had a personality that left an impression. He had a way of making everyone feel like a friend, with his warm, genuine, and straightforward nature. He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren, and that love shaped so much of his life. He also enjoyed listening to his rock and roll music, which was part of the spirit and energy he carried with him.
Danny enjoyed many hobbies and interests throughout his life. He was a die-hard Green Bay Packers fan and loved watching NASCAR, especially when his favorite driver, Jeff Gordon, was racing. He also enjoyed following sprint car racing and spending time outdoors fishing, whether on the water or out on the ice. Danny also loved life's simple pleasures, including the excitement of scratching off a lottery ticket. These were the things that gave him joy and became part of the memories shared by those who loved him.
Danny is survived by his wife of 37 years, Toni Willard; his children: Joshua Willard, Glen (Jessica) Tharp and Sarah Kay Tharp; his grandchildren: Dylan Tharp, Makenna Tharp, Aidan Tharp, Greyson Tharp, Ryan Sutton, Tristan Mitchell, Brady Rose and Lyncon Saunders; and four great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind three siblings: Steven Willard, Donnie Purdy and Brenda Purdy; as well as many extended family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be held for Danny at Living Hope Ministries, 595 CR 350 N, Warsaw, on Saturday, Nov. 7 from noon to 2 p.m. with a memorial service to follow with Pastor Hedgel Perry officiating the service.
Donations to honor Danny may be made to the family, or The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, P.O. Box 5014, Hagerstown, MD 21741.
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