AIKEN, Willard D.

Willard D. Aiken Born in Franklin, Pennsylvania on Aug. 18, 1934. Departed on May 7, 2002 and resided in Cottonwood, Arizona. Willard D. Aiken, 67, of Cottonwood, died May 7th. He was born August 8, 1934 in Franklin, Pennsylvania. Mr. Aiken joined the Air Force at the age of 18. He served for 20 years, retiring as a Master Sergeant. He was a dedicated and loving father and grandfather. He leaves a daughter, Pamela Sue Kelly; sisters, Lois Read, Ruth Aiken and LaWanda Strong; brothers, Roy Aiken and Clark Aiken and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his two brothers, Tom Aiken and Robert Aiken. A memorial service will be held Friday, May 24 in the Westcott Funeral Home at 5 p.m. Military honors will be provided by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #7400. Donations in his memory may be made to the Northland Family Help, 2501 N. 4th St., Suite 18, Flagstaff, Arizona 86004. Westcott Funeral Home, Cottonwood and Camp Verde, Arizona.