Willard R. Platt Jr, 92 of Sandisfield died Saturday June 19, 2021 at his daughter’s home, surrounded by his loving family. Willard was born in Brooklyn New York on June 14, 1929, the son of Willard R. Sr. and Frances (Potter) Platt. He graduated from the Baxter Seminary in Baxter, Tennessee.
After high school, Willard proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, where he was a member of the Chemical Corps stationed in France. Willard worked for many years as a machinist and a farmer. He was very involved in the town government of Sandisfield for many years. In his retirement, he enjoyed making and selling crafts with his wife Rosemary (George) Platt, who predeceased him.
Willard is survived by three sons, Willard Platt III and wife Terry of Winsted, Connecticut, Robert Platt of Winsted, and Daniel Platt of Springfield, Illinois; three daughters, Sara Platt of Springfield, Ohio, Lois Platt of South Egremont, and Shirley Beauchaine and her life partner Ken Williams of Cheshire; six grandchildren, Jeff Platt, Dana Platt, Ryan Platt, Denise Platt, Daylee Platt, and Stevie Murphy; 12 great-grandchildren; and his lifelong friend Francis Deming. In addition to his wife Rosemary Platt, Willard was predeceased by daughter Barbara Platt, daughter-in-law Beth Platt, sister Anne Moore, and his beloved dog Nemo.
A graveside service with military honors for Willard R. Platt Jr. will be held Thursday, June 24 at 11 a.m. in Sandisfield Center Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in Willard’s memory may be made to the Berkshire Humane Society in care of the Birches–Roy Funeral Home, 33 South St., Great Barrington, MA 01230. Condolences may be made through the Birches–Roy website.
