Willard C. Entz
1923 - 2020
Willard C. Entz, 97, graduated to his
heavenly home on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at the Newton
Presbyterian Manor.
Willard was born May 10, 1923 in
Newton, KS at Bethel Deaconess Hospital, to Bernard W. and Anna
(Claassen) Entz. His schooling included eight years at Kellas
District 35 (east of Newton), four years at Hesston Academy, and one
year of Bible school at Hesston College.
Willard married Edna Enns on June 7,
1950 in Meade, KS. He was a farmer and rancher for over 60 years on
the home place east of Newton. Together they raised 4 children, drove
school bus for 9 years, and served in many ways in the church and
community.
Willard and Edna were founding members
of the Grace Community Church in Newton. Previously, they were
longtime members of First Mennonite Church. Willard served on deacon
and elder boards for many years, taught Sunday School classes, and
sang with a men's quartet. Many years included visitation at the
county jail on Monday nights, with other men from the church. He also
served on the board of directors at Berean Academy for a number of
years.
Willard is survived by four children:
Dorothy & James Lee of Kansas City, MO; Larry & Carol Entz of
rural Newton; Joleen & Warren Ewert of Bartlesville, OK; Lowell &
Sue Entz of Yukon, OK. He also leaves behind nine grandchildren and
seven great grandchildren.
Willard was preceded in death by his
wife of 63 years, and by his parents and seven siblings, including a
twin brother William who died as an infant.
Viewing times include Saturday, Oct.
24th (9am – Noon) at Broadway Colonial Funeral Home in Newton, and
Sunday, Oct. 25th (2pm – 6 pm) at Grace Community Church in Newton.
The family will be present for visitation at Grace Community Church
on Sunday (4pm – 6pm). Please wear a face covering for the
visitation time, by request of the family.
A memorial service will be on Monday,
October 26 at 1:30 pm, at Grace Community Church. Please wear a face
covering if attending, by request of the family.
He will be laid to rest at Restlawn
Cemetery west of Newton, with a family graveside service prior to the
memorial service.
A memorial has been established with
Grace Community Church or Berean Academy. Memorial contributions may
be sent to Broadway Colonial Funeral Home, 120 E. Broadway, Newton,
KS 67114.
Condolences may be left at
www.broadwaycolonialfh.com
Arrangements are by Broadway Colonial
Funeral Home, Newton, KS.
