Willis Heaton Obituary
We announce the death of Willis Heaton of Bradford, Illinois, who passed away on October 6, 2026, at the age of 92. Willis will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Willis Heaton to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lester N. Heaton and Hazel N. Heaton (Harmon); and his brothers, Harley Heaton, Kenneth Heaton and Leland Heaton.
He is survived by: his children, Gary Heaton (Elsie), Kevin Heaton, Christine Dever (Douglas), Lisa Efnor (Scott) and Karen Cobb (Kent). He is also survived by 11 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 9th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at 303 N Galena Ave, Wyoming, IL 61491. A funeral Mass will be held on Friday, October 9th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and OSF Richard Owens Hospice Home in Peoria in his honor.
