Harold L. Willson, 79, of Villa Ridge passed away, Tuesday, April 30, 2019 in Pacific.

Harold, son of Herbert Willson and Virginia (Nesselbush) was born March 14, 1940 in Washington.

On May 13, 1962 he was united in marriage to Rita G. (Rathe) in Ipswich, Massachusetts.

As a young man Harold enjoyed playing baseball, in his later years he became an avid fan of Cardinal baseball.

Harold served his country in the U.S. Navy and Seabees and retired after many years of service. He was a long-time Mason at Union Lodge 593.

Harold was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Virginia Willson and one brother, Daryl Willson.

He is survived by his wife, Rita G. Willson of Villa Ridge; four children, Denise Lay and fiancé Steve Travis of St. Charles, Michael Willson and wife Deborah of St. Mary's, GA, James Willson and wife Mindy of Union and Eric Willson of Overland; seven grandchildren; other relatives and many friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to American Parkinson Disease Association or the Alzheimer's Association are preferred.