Willard Harold Wilder

Reverend Willard H. Wilder, 80, passed away, peacefully, at his home in Bulls Gap, on February 27, 2026.  Willard dedicated his life to the Lord.  He was a member of Northside Baptist Church and the Kyle Lodge # 422 F&AM.  He was a pastor for several churches and sang in many quartets throughout the years.  He enjoyed going to church, farming, and his family and friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Kyle Wilder and Minnie Drinnon; brother, Gary Wilder; and sister, Phyllis Helton.

Willard is survived by his wife Sally Wilder; daughter, Kim Wilder; two sons, Mark and Richard Wilder.  He had 3 grandchildren Wendy, Christian and Katie.  He also had 5 great-grandchildren, Elijah, Julieonna, Bentley, Oakley and Waylon.

The family will receive friends 5-7 PM, Wednesday, March 4, 2026, in the East Chapel of Allen Funeral Home.  Masonic rites will follow the visitation at 7 PM.

Funeral services will be held 11 AM, Thursday, March 5, 2026, at Northside Missionary Baptist Church in Morristown.  A funeral procession will follow the funeral services to Bent Creek Cemetery in Whitesburg, TN for interment and graveside services.

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