Willard LeRoy Shupe passed away quietly at his home August 28, 2012, due to natural causes. He was attended by his wife of 55 years, Anna Marie Shupe, his eldest daughter, Teresa K. Chain, and son, Albert W. Shupe.

Willard was born Nov. 15, 1934, in Enid, Oklahoma, to A.W. and Doris Shupe.

He was preceded in death by his eldest son, Charles Owens, son-in-law, W.O. Chain, his parents, and two grandchildren.

Willard is survived by: his wife, Anna Marie; son, Albert; daughters, Teresa, Lindi, and Cindi; as well as 12 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, D. Rodney Shupe; sister, Twila Shupe Pryor; and numerous nieces and nephews in Blackwell, Oklahoma.

Cremation has taken place. Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson, is in charge of arrangements. He will be missed. Rest Well Dad.