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William Mercer Obituary
71, passed away following a short illness on March 24, 2012. Born June 15, 1940 in Dover, Ohio, he was a son of the late William Sr. and Anne Mercer. Bill served his country for four years in the United States Air Force until being honorably discharged in 1961. Soon after, he began his radio career as a news announcer and program director. Over the years, his distinctive voice has been heard at many stations throughout Ohio, including WJER, WTUZ, and WHBC in Canton. He was also a talented percussionist and enjoyed music and performing live, a talent he passed on to his two grandsons.
Bill leaves behind one daughter, Rachel (Chris) Bolek of Dover; three grandchildren, Andrew, Alexis, and Aaron Bolek; sisters, Shirley (Herm) Frank of Marion, Ohio, Mary Kay Mercer and Carol Corbi both of Cary, N.C.; brother, Tom (Becky) Mercer of Cleveland.
As per his request, no services or funeral will be held, but instead an informal celebration of his life will take place in the near future. The family requests that Memorial Contributions be made to Community Hospice of Tuscarawas County.
Ohio Cremation & Professional Services. Mark R. Vrabel
Funeral Service,
330-438-1745
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Dee Gordon
March 31, 2012
Deepest sympathies to Bill's family. I was a classmate of Bill. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Always on the computer since his retirement:)
March 31, 2012
Steve Gallion
March 30, 2012
I did not know Bill as well as others, but all that I did know was good.
RIP William, in the arms of our Lord.
Judy Contini/Stingel
March 30, 2012
My deepest Sympathy to the families of Bill. Bill was a classmate of mine.My thoughts and Prayers are with each of you.
George Baumgardner
March 30, 2012
God Bless and rest in peace Bill. I will miss your commentaries and advice that you shared with me when I needed it the most, thank you.
Maria Hall
March 30, 2012
Really missing my dear friend whose witty comments and fiery political commentary kept me amused on facebook. His voice was on the radio that we listened to each morning getting ready for the day reading news.
March 30, 2012
Bill was our "famous" cousin whom we all admired for his talent and good nature. We extend our sympathy and kind thoughts to our cousins Carol, Shirley, Mary Kay, and Tom and Bill's family. Sara Mercer-Sells, Johnstown, Ohio
Good Times
Virginia Wilson
March 30, 2012
William was a special.. witty and caring person and we shared a special friendship for many years.
I loved him and will miss him greatly.
His "Bestest" Friend
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