Willard Herbert “Willie” Prince, Jr., age 74, of Newark, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at Mount Carmel East Hospital. Willard was born December 14, 1951 in Newark, Ohio to the late Willard Herbert Prince, Sr. and the late Loretta Marie (Snelling) Prince.

Willie retired from Kroger where he worked as a stocker. He was formerly employed as a truck driver and was also employed with Morrow Macke, Inc. in Hebron. He was a Sci-Fi fan and especially liked Star Trek and Dr. Who. He also enjoyed watching wrestling. Willie was known to be a very hard worker and was a wonderful caretaker and provider for his family. Willie was also known for his delicious potato candy.

He is survived by his step-son, Jason (Lindsay) Hileman; step-daughter, Emily (Tom) Hughes; sons, Jason Prince, Chad Prince and Richard L. Prince; several grandchildren; brothers, David (Tambra) Prince and Richard “Rick” Prince; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five siblings.

Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home is honored to care for Willard and his family.