Of Inver Grove Heights.
Born June 19th, 1943 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Passed Away Peacefully Jan 22nd, 2021 at age of 77 after 2nd bought of cancer
Willard graduated from Simley High School and spent the greater portion of his life living between Inver Grove Heights and South St. Paul MN.
He worked as a civil engineer/draftsman for the City of St. Paul, then as a businessman and VP at Sibley Co. Catalog showrooms in St. Paul and Richfield, where he also did catalog design, layout and advertising. He also spent time as a volunteer member of SCORE for the Small Business Administration.
He was an intelligent sharp thinker and conversationalist with a great sense of humor
In his years past he enjoyed swimming, archery, cool cars, woodworking and bowling. His later interests were following the business news and the stock market.
Survived by children and (spouses) Patrick Lanahan, Kelly Lanahan, Shawn Lanahan, Shelly Meistad, Kerry (Scott) Bongers; his grandchildren, Amanda, Sara, Samantha, Sabrina, Kaydee, Kristy, Nicholas, Neal, Alison, Megan, Kylie; many great-grandchildren; brothers, Gerald and Benjamin; sister, Carol; former wife, Susan McArdle; friend, Donna Medina.
Willard is preceded in death by his parents, Elmer Francis (Marjorie) Lanahan and Claryce Lanahan; baby brother; sisters, Marie Morrison, Dianne Lanahan, Dorothy Most; his dear aunt, Florence Dumont.
Special thanks to Hospice and care staff at Gondola Assisted Living of Inver Grove Heights. He will be greatly missed. A private family service will be held at Acacia Park Cemetery, Mendota Heights.
All memorials to be directed to Roberts Funeral Home 8108 Barbara Ave. Inver Grove Heights, Mn 55077