Willard Wallace Roe was born on March 21, 1949 in Athabasca Alberta, to his loving parents, Eliza and Harold Roe. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He was a proud Metis, and was a member of the Metis Local President for 15 years. Willard had a passion for the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman.

Willard was an incredible man, who was full of life and love. He was an amazing husband to Maureen Roe, and a devoted father to his four children, Jason, Corey, Barrie, and Kimberly. He was a proud grandfather to his four grandchildren, Christin, Sylar, Rayne, and Harlynn.

Willard had a passion for learning and was formally educated at NAIT, where he took Forestry/Environmental Resources; Fish and Wildlife Management and Parks Management. He worked for 12 years as a District Ranger with Alberta Government. For the past 24 years, Willard has been in the Oil/Gas business as a Supervisor operating Plants; Construction; Reclamation and Pipeline Projects. He also sat as a Board Member with Canadian Forest Products and Enbridge Pipelines. Willard was also involved with Children's Services in the Region for about 12 years and was a Licensed Land Man (Agent) in the Province of Alberta.

Willard was a kind and generous man who was always willing to lend a helping hand. He was a great listener and was always there for anyone who needed him. He was an amazing storyteller and had a great sense of humor. He was a great example of how to live life to the fullest.

Willard will be remembered for his kind and gentle nature, and his passion for life. He was a great man who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

A celebration of life will be held at 14010 74 st on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

We love you and will miss you, Dad.