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William BEST Obituary
William Perrin Best, 62, of Springfield, passed away August 31, 2021, in the James Cancer Hospital, Columbus, Ohio. He was born August 31, 1959, in Columbus, Ohio, the son of John W. and Madeline (Ober) Best. Mr. Best attended the First Christina Church. He enjoyed all kinds of sports and was employed at Assurant. He always made people smile with his wonderful sense of humor and all throughout his illness he never lost that sense of humor. He was very kind-hearted and never met a stranger. Mr. Best loved his wife and sons so much and was loved by all who knew him. He never missed a ball game his sons were playing in and he loved the Ohio State Buckeyes, the Cincinnati Reds and Bengals. Survivors include his loving wife of 39 years; Cindy (Shirk) Best, two sons; Aaron Best and Ryan Best, his mother; Madeline Best, one sister; Becky (Jon) Dalgarn, his mother in law; Jane Shirk and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father. Funeral services will be held at 6:00PM Tuesday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME with Pastor Terry McKinney officiating Visitation will be held from 4:00PM until the time of the services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be shared at
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Beth (Mercer) Brown
February 25, 2022
I'm so sorry to hear that Bill passed away, as I wasn't aware. My thoughts and prayers to you, all. He will certainly be missed. Oh, the stories he could tell!
Connie Newberry
September 7, 2021
Such a great guy. He was one of the best security officers Mercy ever had. Sending prayers for comfort during this difficult time.
Lisa Dean
September 7, 2021
So sorry for your loss! I worked with Bill at Mercy for many years! He was such a nice man! He was always in a good mood & loved telling funny stories! I will miss him!
Kathy Overholser
September 7, 2021
Many Condolences,
Kathy, Michael and Nicholas Overholser
Steve Massie
September 6, 2021
So very sorry. God be with you.
Maggie Timmons
September 6, 2021
Seeing this brings back so many memories. Worked with Bill at Mercy Hospital, great guy. Lots of fun and always friendly. My condolences to the family.
vicki cromwell
September 5, 2021
Cindy I am so sorry for your loss.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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Sep
7
Visitation
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Jones Kenney Zechman Funeral Home - Springfield1002 East High Street, Springfield, OH 45505
Sep
7
Funeral service
6:00 p.m.
Jones Kenney Zechman Funeral Home - Springfield1002 East High Street, Springfield, OH 45505
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