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Dana Ries Obituary
age 53, of Canton died Wednesday, June 12, 2013 unexpectedly at the Cleveland Clinic. He was born Jan. 11, 1960 in Barberton, Ohio, to the late Wilson and Julia Ries. Dana lived in Clinton and Canal Fulton for most of his life and during the last 16 years lived in Jackson and Perry Township where he was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. Dana was employed at Trugreen in North Canton for 26 years.
He is survived by his wife, Bobbi J. Ries; three sons, K.C. and Christopher Ries, and Jim Oser; daughter, Tammy Oser; and grandson, Zane. He is also survived by four brothers, one sister, and many nieces and nephews. Dana will be missed by many and his best times were with both his families at home and Atwood Lake.
Funeral services will be Monday, June 17, 2013, at 11 a.m. at the Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home at 624 East Cherry Street, Canal Fulton. Friends may call Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and one hour prior to services on Monday.
Swigart-Easterling, 330-854-2356
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for Dana Ries
Marc & Missy Craddock
July 13, 2013
We will be forever grateful for the tremendous support Dana gave our dad after our mother died. Dana was a fine man and a great friend to Dad. His passing leaves an emptiness in our hearts.
Theresa Hasapis
July 5, 2013
I am still thinking of all of you and the loss of Dana. I am sure it is still a difficult time but want you to know I am thinking of you.
Little Jake
June 26, 2013
Dana, a.k.a. Smoot.
He was a terrific guy. The best of company, smiling, laughing and quick with a joke or work of encouragement. He was the best at everything. A terrific team mate.
Your best buddy, Rick
June 26, 2013
Dana was a hard worker, but he always made time to help someone who needed it. He enjoyed life surrounded by nature and friends. He loved the man's world of hunting, fishing, boating, hiking, camping, and sports. His philosophy seemed to be that life was meant to be lived. His family was really important, and he enjoyed thinking of Zane in his life and teaching him how to enjoy the world around him. Dana always looked for the positive things. This was especially true of people. Life is too short to focus on the problems. Be true to yourself, treat others as you want to be treated, and enjoy those things you have and be content. Love others and the world around you. I think Dana left a pretty large footprint as he lived. I hope we all hold true to the kind of life he lived. When we laugh, work, share a tear, feel the world around us, or comfort others, let us think of this fine man. Thanks Dana for all you have given us. We're good! You are great!
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Duane Sullivan
June 21, 2013
I'm a client of Trugreen and will never forget how much he helped us when he helped us realize what was killing our trees. He was so knowledgeable. He identified a problem that no one else did. He was such a kind person and I immediately felt a warmeth from his great personality. I called Trugreen weeks ago to see if Dana was available, but he wasn't. Not knowing what was wrong I felt like I should pray for him and did. Now, I shall pray for the family. My mother passed away suddenly too, but I know God can comfort the family in an amazing way when people pray. God loves you. We will all miss this great man. He made an impact on me in a way no one will know, and I was just a client. I will donate Bibles in his memory to be given to the very poor in Africa where my church sponsors orphanages, prison libraries and schools. I will also plant some trees in his memory. May God be with the family in a great way.
June 19, 2013
ginny and I are so sad..Bobbie..we love you and dana..you were a part of our life, memories,,I think of those often............ D a n aaa,,,I miss you..jenny..
Rick
June 19, 2013
Dana was a very special kind of person. I realize one of the reasons is because he had a very special family. You are wonderful people. I told Dana once that I thought his mom and dad would be very proud of the man he had become. I hope all of you are as well. Thanks for being so considerate of me. May we all keep our good memories of Dana and the many ways in which he touched our lives. And don't forget to share them with Zane. I thought of him as such a blessing to me in my time of need, but obviously he was a blessing to so many, a true man of encouragement. My thanks to the spirit of Dana and to all of you who molded his life. I miss you my friend. We're good!
June 17, 2013
Bobbi & family,
You have our very deepest sympathy.
May your happy memories of Dana help you through the difficult times ahead.
Your Atwood neighbors
Don & Gail Rohr
June 17, 2013
To the Ries family;
We were so sorry to hear of your loss.Think a lot of your family, and will always remember how lovingly the Ries children cared for their mother while she was in the nursing home. God bless.
Kenny and Janie Eberhart
June 17, 2013
To the Ries Family,
I was very sad to hear of the passing of Dana. He was a wonderful person who I had the pleasure of knowing over the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family!! He will be dearly missed!!
Ken & Lucretia (Luke) Mitchell
Eric Stuyvesant
June 17, 2013
So very sorry to hear about my old friend's passing. Bobbi, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
June 17, 2013
Bobbi
I just learned about Dana this morning. I am in shock. I can still see him walking past the camper with the ducks following him. He was such a happy guy--always smiling and making us all laugh.I am so sorry for you,I will keep you in my prayers...
CAROL AND WALTER--OLD ATWOOD BUDDIES.
Rebecca Freshly
June 16, 2013
Thinking of you all and sending my love to you all.
June 16, 2013
Bobbie,
Sorry we could not be there as we are out of town.
Our thoughts and payers are with you and your family.
We have a lot of great memories at Atwood.
Karl & Barb McConnell
Amy & Kevin Lower
June 16, 2013
Ries Family & friends,
So Sorry for your sudden loss of a great guy! May your memories you have help comfort your heart during this difficult time. Praying for you! Love, Amy, Kevin, Bayleigh, Kendall & Trey Lower
June 16, 2013
To Ries families
My prayers to all of you. Dana had such an infectious smile and laugh . Hold strong to those memories.
Sue Newbrough (Gindlesbeger)
Ron Molnar
June 16, 2013
Dear Rich and the other members of the Ries family. I was so surprised and saddened to hear about Dana. Please know that I am thinking of all of you.
Love,
Ron
Laura Iddings
June 16, 2013
Dear Bobbi,
We are so so sorry and sad about Dana...we will always keep his memory strong for Zane.
Laura & Terry
Tommy Haer
June 15, 2013
To the Ries Family: Please know I am thinking of all of you during your time of loss.Dana was a great guy.
jan dieringer
June 15, 2013
Dear Bobbi,Tammy,Jim, and everyone who loved Dana. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. He was a great man, 53 is way to young to leave us. Bobbi, please let me know if there is anything i can do. Love, Jan, james, Ali,and Aaron Haga
June 15, 2013
We were so sorry hear about Dana's death. He was always such a pleasant guy. He will be missed. We hold the family in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary and Dean Walther
Bev & Larry Shertzer
June 15, 2013
To All of Dana's Family, We are so full of sorrow for you all. The shock must still be aching in all your hearts, but the memories linger on! He will always be there for you looking down with a his wonderful smile! With Our Deepest Sympathy. Love and Prayers, Larry & Bev Shertzer (Atwood Friends & Golf Buddy)
The DiCato Family
June 15, 2013
Dana was always smiling and always had a positive outlook on life. Everyone that knew him, loved him. We've known his step children for several years, and he always treated them as his very own and loved talking about them. We had so much fun watching the "little dads" coach a softball team full of girls taller than them :) He'll always watch over you all and will always be so proud of all of your accomplishments. May you guys find strength and comfort in knowing that your angel rests peacefully.
Jill Scott
June 15, 2013
Bobbie, I am so sorry to hear this. My thoughts are with you.
Heather Griffin
June 15, 2013
My heart is breaking for this unexpected and sudden loss of an amazing man. He wasn't just an Uncle to me. He was so much more. I will forever cherish the memories of all the crazy, silly things we did. Some of my best memories of growing up involve my Uncle Dana.
My prayers are going out to all that are suffering from this horrible loss. We all have a hole in our hearts right now that will never mend. But we will always have those amazing memories of our times with him.
May God watch over everyone as we deal with this loss.
I love you so much Uncle Dana and I will forever miss you.
Rick Craddock
June 15, 2013
Dana ranks among the finest. He was a caring, hard working, family man and friend. He loved a simple, peaceful life enjoying nature, family, and friends. He will be missed. Dana, we are good! Your buddy, Rick
Mary Lou Hoynes
June 15, 2013
Bobbi, I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. May the love of your family, friends and wonderful times shared bring you blessings, strength and comfort in the days ahead.
June 15, 2013
Dana was among the finest. He was a loving, hard working, caring family man and friend. We will all miss his dedication to a simple, peaceful life. Yes we are good!
June 15, 2013
my husband, I will miss you
Tom Coffman
June 15, 2013
Rest in Peace Dana.
Joe Antonelli
June 15, 2013
He Was The Best Loved WAtching The Dover Tornados In Their Football Playoff Games I Will Greatly Miss Him He Will Always B Watching.
Chuck Province and family
June 14, 2013
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Joe and Lori Ross
June 14, 2013
To the Ries family our thoughts and prayers go out to you ,we are so sorry for your loss. He was a good guy .
Ron & Cathy Sibila
June 14, 2013
So sorry to hear of this. You are all in our thoughts and prayers
Becky (Harbaugh) Montgomery
June 14, 2013
The Ries family, Sorry about Dana, very sad to hear about it.
June 14, 2013
To the Brian Ries family, Our heart and prayers go out to all of you. We remember The good times as a neighbor and PeeWee football we shared. You are a strong family. God Bless you all... Jim & Joyce (kindall) Harris
Beth & Rod Fete
June 14, 2013
Bobbi and family....We are so sorry to hear the news. Dana was such a great guy and will be sorely missed by so many people.
Margaret Rice
June 14, 2013
Dear Bobbi...So sorry to learn of this sad news. We'll remember the good times we shared, he will be greatly missed. We loved you guys very much!
Angi Hodgson
June 14, 2013
To the Ries family, I am so sorry for your loss, Dana was a great man and will be missed. I will never forget all the fun times during wrestling season!! I will miss you Dana!!
Susan Rearick (Bolyard)
June 14, 2013
To the Ries Family
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of good time together as you celebrate a life well lived. Our prayers are with you.
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