Willard “Bill” D. Leeper, 92, died Saturday, July 26, 2025.

He was born on Dec. 7, 1932.

He is survived by his sisters: Sandy Anderson (Phil) and Gail Teghtmeyer, both of Bremen.

He is survived by his children: sons, Aron Leeper (Kimberly), Bremen and Rodney Leeper, Marshville, N.C.; daughter, Shana Leeper (wife Shannon), Three Rivers, Mich.; stepsons: Tim Heckaman, Mishawaka, and Troy Heckaman (Rhonda), Bremen; and sisters, Sandy Anderson (Phil) and Gail Teghtmeyer, both of Bremen. Bill was a proud grandfather and great-grandfather to many, and a beloved uncle to numerous nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his former wife: Sally (Farrer) Smith, Bremen.

Mishler Funeral Homes, Bremen, is in charge of arrangements.