Oxford – William F. "Willow" Neault Jr., age 74, died Thursday, July 5, 2012, at home, surrounded by his family.

He leaves his wife of 56 years, Nancy A. (Utley) Neault of Oxford; two sons, William R. Neault of Brookfield and Francis W. Neault of Worcester; three daughters, Paula Ryan of Auburn, Sharon Leonard of Holden and Donna Ostrokolowicz of Webster; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.  He was predeceased by a daughter, Deborah "Tootie" Forsman of Holden, and by a brother, George E. Neault of Clinton.

He was born in Winthrop, MA., son of the late William F. Sr. and Alice A. (Sabourin) Neault and lived in Clinton before moving to Oxford 48 years ago.  He was a United States Air Force Veteran.  He was a diesel mechanic for many years, most recently for the Town of Webster.

He enjoyed life, model radio controlled airplanes and trains.  He road motorcycle and enjoyed boating.

The funeral will be held on Saturday, July 14, 2012, with a Mass at 10:00 am in Saint Ann Church, 652 Main Street, Oxford.  Please go directly to the church.  There are no calling hours.  Burial will be in North Cemetery at the convenience of the family.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Overlook Hospice, 88 Masonic Home Road, Charlton, MA 01507.  Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School Street, Webster is directing arrangements.