Cynthia Lucille Willard

Cynthia Lucille Willard, age 62,

Cynthia Lucille Willard, age 62, passed away October 13, 2023, with family by her side. She entered this life July 18, 1961, the daughter of Ivan and Rosella (Wadsworth) Parker in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Cynthia was united in marriage March 20, 1983, to John Henry Willard.

With a giant heart, Cynthia dedicated many years as a director for W.I.C. in Oklahoma, working with the Osage Nation and Boys and Girls Club writing grants, and welcoming many foster children into her home. She loved traveling, playing softball, making jokes, and having a wonderful time. Cynthia and John were supporters of local car clubs, work leagues, and Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts of America. Her family and grandchildren meant the world to her. The memories and moments created throughout her life will be cherished by all who knew her.

Cynthia is survived by her sons: Glane Willard, Jache Willard, Taven (Bree) Willard, Kodie Willard, Steven (Elizabeth) Cronk, and Jaben (Kami Douglas) Tinsley; daughters: Dejah Willard and Nicole (Billy) Miller; thirteen grandchildren; mother, Rosella Parker; brother Clifford Joe (Kathy) Parker; sister, Tonya (Charles) Armant; cousin and best friend, Susanne Wadsworth; as well as many numerous nieces, nephews, and foster children.

She is preceded in death by her husband of forty years, John Henry Willard; daughter, Tabby Willard; father, Ivan Parker; stepfather, Gerald Guffey; maternal grandparents: Joe and Lou Wadsworth; paternal grandparents: Jess and Marie Parker; great-grandmother, Margaret Reeves; as well as many aunts and uncles.

There will be a service held at a later date in Pawhuska, Oklahoma. Arrangements and cremation are under the direction of Cremations of the Ozarks. To leave an online condolence or share a memory, please visit www.cremationsoftheozarks.com.