Yvonne Willard

Yvonne R. “Onnie” Willard (nee Ritchie), 60, died at her home in Flourtown, Pa., on July 25, 2012.

Born in Trenton, N.J., Jan.22, 1952, to Ida and the late Ishmon Ritchie (Burd), Yvonne enjoyed singing in church choir and participating in youth group at Morrisville Baptist Church.

At Camp Sankanac at the age of 15, she met her sweetheart and future husband, William F. Willard. They married at the Little Church in Townsends Inlet, N.J., on June 6, 1970, and UDLVHG fiYH FKLOGUHn.

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Yvonne graciously opened her home to all, sharing her joyful spirit with family, friends and those in need.

In 1988, she started her home day care, Open Arms. Over the years she lovingly cared for 87 infants and toddlers. Open Arms was not just a name, but symbolized her love of Jesus for all those who walked through her door.

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A celebration service to joyfully remember Yvonne’s life was held at the Willard family homestead on Saturday July 28, 2012. A reception followed.

In Yvonne’s honor, contributions to Chelten Child Development Center (CCDC), Chelten Baptist Church, 1601 Limekiln Pike, Dresher, PA 19025 would be appreciated.