Willard Longman

December 17, 1931 - November 3, 2017

12/17/1931 - 11/03/2017

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Cemetery
Monday November 06, 2017
12:00 pm
Woodlawn Memorial Gardens
6309 E Virginia Beach Blvd.
Norfolk, Virginia 23502
757-461-4054 | Directions

Willard Longman passed away peacefully on Nov. 3, 2017 after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.  He was predeceased by his first wife Joyce, second wife Delores and sister Ruth.  He is survived by sons Jason and Michael Longman, daughter Barbara Sumey, life companion Linda Small, and brothers Bruce, Norman and Eddie.  Willard was born Dec. 17, 1931 in Norfolk, VA.
Willard was a graduate of Maury High School and attended Johnson and Wales University.  He owned the Derby Bar & Grill in South Norfolk and Sandbar Restaurant in Ocean View.  Willard was the head Chef of the Sandbar and loved to cook delicious steaks, seafood and Italian meals for his patrons.  He was very kind to his customers and would always lend a helping hand or an ear to anyone in need.  He also became a competitive billiard player while running the bar and enjoyed playing in the Southern Amusement Pool League with his son Jason.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing with good friend Billy Small and his son Michael.  Willard, known to close friends as Willie, had a big heart and loved spending time with family and friends by whom he will be deeply missed.
A graveside service will be held at 12 Noon @ Woodlawn Memorial Gardens (6309 East Virginia Beach Blvd. Norfolk, VA 23502) on Monday, November 6, 2017.

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Tracy P Barton Niles
6 years ago

Jason, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I pray for comfort and support during your time of loss. I remember your Dad and Mom fondly, and have many good memories of Capot Rd.

HB
6 years ago

Willard was a good man i know of no enemies that willard had,that was the type of man that he was. if you were lucky enough to meet willard he became a valued friend.i have many fond memories of willard, dee,and the sandbar. rest in peace willard. my condolences to mike,jason,and the rest of the longman family.

Peggy (Barton) Richardson - Andrew Barton's Mom
6 years ago

Jason, so sorry to hear about your Dad!! Thinking of you & remembering all the good times on Capot Road.

Mary Costa
6 years ago

Sorry for your loss he was one of my favorite friends of my dad