Willard H. Murray

Willard H. Murray, 85, of Barrington passed away peacefully on June 2, 2019.  He was born on August 14, 1933 in Altoona, Pennsylvania to Thomas and Dorothy Murray.

Willard proudly served his country in the Marines as a pilot and went on to fly for United Airlines retiring after a career of 34 years.  Willard was quick with a joke and always enjoyed storytelling. He was very proud of his grandchildren and always sharing stories of their adventures to all who would listen.

He married Joan L. Henderson on August 17, 1957.  Together they enjoyed traveling, seeing the world, and spending time with family.

Willard will be missed by his wife, Joan; 4 children, Keith (Jolene), Don, Susan (Mark), and Stuart (Teri); seven grandchildren, Jourdain, Maggie, Maleah, Anna, Zack, Morgan, and Patrick.  He was anticipating the arrival of his first great-grandchild coming early this fall.

Visitation will be Friday, June 7, from 4 pm until 8 pm at Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 149 W. Main Street (Lake-Cook Rd), Barrington, IL 60010.  Burial will be at Lakewood Memorial Park in Elgin.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Disabled Veterans at www.dav.org.