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William Righter Obituary
William Howard Righter, 98, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 26, 2013.
He was a life resident of Akron, a member of the Akron Baptist Temple where he served as a bus driver and greeter; along with the nursing home ministry.
Preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Faye; sons-in-law, Fred Morgan and Ed Somerick and daughter-in-law, Marguerite Righter; Howard is survived by his sons, William (Carole) Righter and Robert Righter; daughters, Sue (Walt) Kyer, Betty Ann (Larry) Moore and Debbie (John) Anushock; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews; other family members and friends.
Funeral service will be held Thursday, 11 a.m. at the Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home, 566 W. Park Ave., Barberton 44203 with Rev. Mike Prebynski officiating. Burial at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Calling hours Wednesday, from 6 to 8 p.m. and one hour prior to the service on Thursday.
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Kathy Righter Curtis
August 29, 2013
To all family members-it had been many years since we got to see Uncle Howard but was so great to see him and all of you. Sending our most sincere condolenses and holding you all deep in our thoughts.
Ed, Heather, Emma, & Sarah Bizay
August 28, 2013
Carole & Bill,
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of William. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve & Nancy Bennett
August 27, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless You
Leann Lynch
August 27, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Natalie Somerick
August 27, 2013
I love you Gramps! You will be missed! xoxo
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Campfield Hickman Collier Funeral Home, Inc. - Barberton566 W Park Ave., Barberton, OH 44203
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Campfield Hickman Collier Funeral Home, Inc. - Barberton566 W Park Ave., Barberton, OH 44203
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