He is survived by his wife, Kathy Klump; son, Allen Klump; step son, James Lee (Angel); grandchildren, Ashley Klump, Caynon Klump, and Savannah Hughes; daughter-in-laws, Deborah Klump and Charly Klump, including numerous step brothers and sisters, and a host of step nieces and nephews.
Mr. Klump is preceded in death by his son, Willard L. Klump and Tony Lee Klump; step daughter, Stephanie Hughes; son-in-law, Paul Hughes; sisters, Linda Green and Pam Hammell; step brothers, Jeff Schmitter, Eugene Schmitter, and Ronnie Cooper.
Willard was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army for 23 years. He was an avid Michigan Wolverines fan. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather who will be missed deeply.