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William Darrah Obituary
He was born December 9, 1936, in Wheeling, West Virginia, a son of the late William Carroll and Helen Elizabeth (Purviance) Darrah. Bill graduated from Kent State University and also attended Miami University, and Mount Union College, where he remained an avid supporter. He worked in purchasing and sales, retiring from General Tire in 1994.
Bill was passionate about golf, and played every chance he had. He also enjoyed playing racquetball and traveling.
Bill received a black belt in karate and was a former instructor. He was a member of the Kent Rotary, KSU Alumni Association, as well as the East Akron YMCA Board of Managers.
Bill is survived by his wife of 18 years, Jeanne Darrah; his children, Luke (Donna) Darrah of Rootstown, Matt (Patty) Darrah of St. Louis, and Maryl (George) Polichena of Boynton Beach, Fla.; stepchildren, Dean (Patty) Antognoli of Akron and Kimberly Coss of Cuyahoga Falls; sister-in-law, Barb (Mike) Grimm of Tallmadge. His memory will also be cherished by his grandchildren, Amanda (Keith) Waesch, Kyle Ann Darrah, Darrah Polichena, Dierdra Darrah, Reagan Darrah, Michael Darrah, Russ Antognoli, Jenna Antognoli, Erin Coss, and Emily Coss; his great-grandson, Nathan Waesch; and Faye Lynn Darrah. He will be greatly missed by his beloved dog, Willi. In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his sons, Mark and Jon Darrah, and his grandson KJ Antognoli.
Cremation has taken place and friends will be received Thursday, August 4, 2011, from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Friday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main St., Ravenna. Memorial service will be officiated by Pastor Ron Regas at 11 a.m. on Friday at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Standing Rock Cemetery in Kent. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com. Memorial contributions may be made to either the American Cancer Society or Akron Children's Hospital. Special thanks to the Akron City T3 CCU and Acute Palliative Care Unit for their care throughout his illness.
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Teddie Joeright
August 5, 2011
Dear Mike,
I was sorry to hear of your Grandfather's death.
I am sure John and Tammy, Tucker and Carleigh would be at the service today if the were not in Alaska.
I will be there for them.
Sharno Robinson
August 3, 2011
So sorry for your loss Darrah Family. Maryl, I'm glad I had the opportunity to meet your Dad. I loved his sense of humor and admired his dedication to exercise right up until he was no longer able. My heart goes out to you and your family - it's never easy losing a loved one. Hugs, Sharno Robinson
August 3, 2011
To the entire Darrah family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Bill was a good friend of dad and I am glad I was able to know him as well through their friendship.
Tom and Tammi Seever
August 3, 2011
Sorry of the passing of Bill. He was a a great Guy. He will be in my prayers. Paul Salem
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Sheila Booth Aquilia
August 3, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I will always remember Mr. Darrah from the many sleepovers with Maryl and watching him cheer her on at our softball and basketball games. I'm sorry for your loss.
August 3, 2011
Sorry to read of Bills death, as an old claqssmate, I have many memories of old times. I believe he lived a full life.
My sympathy to his family
Tom Smith - "KSHS 1955"
August 3, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Darrah family during this sad time.
Michael, Kathy and Sean McCarthy
August 3, 2011
My thoughts are with you, Jeanne. I wish I'd had the pleasure of meeting Bill. People always tell me what a wonderful man he was. He was good to you and that makes him great in my book.
Love you, Kara.
August 3, 2011
We were saddened to hear of Bill's passing. So glad you were able to get ahold of us. I was so grateful to have had lunch with Bill this past summer. I indeed will miss him on my future visits.
Remembering old times in Brimfield Twp., our Friday nights with the gang, and life in Just Cricket. Bill was a great friend. Miss you buddy. Love, John and Sue Allen
The staff of Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home
August 3, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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