Ann Julia Willard Obituary

The passing of Ann Julia Willard (University City, Missouri) occurred on October 19, 2026. Ann, born on June 15, 1948, shared life with family, friends, and community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ann Julia Willard to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Mary McCarthy Grier and Harry Grier; and her siblings, Mary and Patrick. She is survived by: her husband Greg; her sons, Michael Dale, David Patrick (Laura) and John Gregory (Lilah); and her grandchildren, Ismeria Grace, Emmerich Francis, Charles David, Avila Marie, Genevieve Lucia and Gianna Clare. She is also survived by in-laws, nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 29th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Friday, October 30th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 9:50 AM. A funeral Mass will be held on Friday, October 30th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis (4431 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 31st 2026 at 11:00 AM at the West Cemetery (24123 N Grove St, Pittsfield, IL 62363).

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to (i) Loyola Academy of St. Louis, Attention: Ellen Cooper, 3851 Washington Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108; (ii) the Knight Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, MSC 1082-414-2555, Washington University, 7425 Forsyth Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63105; or (iii) a favorite charity.