Willard L. "Joe" Pierce

Willard L. "Joe" Pierce, 85, of Benton passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2026 at his residence.

He was born on Saturday, May 24, 1941 in Detroit , Michigan to the late Jessie Kelly Pierce and the late Willard G. Pierce. Up until retirement, Joe worked as a real estate broker. Fishing and playing pool were Joe's two most favorite pastimes. He served as a member on the Executive Board of the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute for 25 years. Joe will be dearly missed. 

He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Shari Pierce of Benton; one son, Willard Pierce (Paula) of Hastings, MI; one daughter, Valerie Dennis (Rick) of West Branch, MI; as well as several grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren.

Joe was preceded in death by one brother, Gary Pierce, and his parents. 

A memorial service will be held at a later date. 

Collier Funeral Home and Cremation Services has been entrusted by the family to provide care.