AUBURN-Donald L. Willard, Jr.,62, lovingly known as "Bumpa", died Thursday, October 14 at St. Vincent Hospital after an illness. He leaves three children, Paul D. Willard, with whom he lived, Ann M. Lamere of Dartmouth and Brian D. Willard of Webster and two grandsons, Legion and Aidan Lamere. He also leaves two brothers, Mark Willard of East Brookfield and Eric Willard of Sturbridge and many nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by three brothers, Glen, Dana and Gary Willard.
He was born in East Chicago, IN and was raised in Worcester by his parents Donald L. Willard, Sr.and Ruth Willard. He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War. Donald was a farmer and truck driver for many years. He loved to go fishing and was an avid Red Sox fan.
A graveside service with military honors will be held at 1:15 PM on Thursday, October 21 at the Massachusetts’s National Cemetery, Bourne. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Massachusetts Veterans Shelter, 69 Grove St., Worcester, MA 01605. Arrangements are under the care of LINDQUIST LUNDIN FUNERAL HOME, 36 Butler St., Worcester. To place an online condolence please visit www.lindquistlundin.com