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1929
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2016
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William Drumm Obituary
Age 86, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016. Born in Canton, a son of the late Louis and Elizabeth (Derheimer) Drumm, he had been a life resident of Canton. He was a 1947 graduate of Lincoln High School, served with the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and retired in 1989 from Ohio Power Co. after 43 years service where he was a lineman. William was a member of Lowell Church, Dr. Roach Outdoor League, Louisville Eagles Aerie #2374, Louisville American Legion Post #548. He played for Ohio Power Softball in the Industrial League, Lowell Church in the Church League, and also in the Fastpitch Class A League and was honored by induction into the Stark Co. Amateur Basketball H.O.F., the Softball H.O.F., and the Fastpitch H.O.F.
Preceded in death by his sister, Gerry McClain. Survived by his wife, Ruth Drumm, with whom he would have celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary on Apr. 7; two daughters and sons-in-law, Holly and Matthew Inman, and Mary and Randy Roth; one son, David Drumm; one sister and brother-in-law, Ann and Tom Diuk; three grandchildren and their spouses, Bill Mills, Sarah and Jason Ensinger, and Jimmy and Jennifer Mills; and four great grandchildren.
Services will be held Friday at 11 a.m. in the Formet-Clevenger & Gordon Funeral Home with Rev. Dave Chambers officiating. Interment in Sunset Hills Burial Park. Friends may call Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions in William's memory may be made to: the Canton Amateur Sports Hall of Fame, 1414 Market Ave. N, Canton, OH 44714, or the Carroll Golden Age Retreat, 2202 Kensington Rd NE, Carrollton, OH 44615. Condolences may be left at www.gordonfuneralhomes.com.
Gordon (330) 456-4766
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Memories and Condolences
for William Drumm
March 20, 2016
So sorry to hear of your loss. I worked at New Phila Ohio Power while Bill worked in Canton. It was always a good time when we could get together. He was a great friend and co-worker. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Harry Provan, Seminole Fl.
February 8, 2016
Dear Ruth and Family;
I was very sorry to read on line about
Bill. He was a very happy and fun person
to be around when we would all be at Gilford Lake. What fun times we had.
God be with you and your family.
Love and Prayers, Alice Bolam and Family
February 7, 2016
Dear Ruth and family, Wayne and I were so sorry to read about the passing of Bill. We have so many fond memories of earlier years with you both and we certainly will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We are in Florida for the winter right now but will give you a call Ruth, when we get back.
Wayne and Shirley Welsh
john haugh
February 4, 2016
Condolences to the family on your loss. Worked with Bill at Ohio Power, we had many good times at work and Bill was very well thought of. Really a class guy and will be missed
February 4, 2016
I have so much love for Uncle Bill and his beautiful family. Such a devoted husband,father and grandfather. God truly has an angel in heaven now to watch over his family. I wish I could be there to hug Aunt Ruth and the family but our thoughts and prayers are with you. Debbie and James Campbell
Denise Soule
February 4, 2016
Bill was loved by so many for his fun - loving personality. I remember spending vacations with him, Ruth and family - especially our week (in 1979)on the houseboat on Dale Hallow in Tennessee. Having Bill pull you water-skiing behind his boat was an adventure...you never knew where he was going to take you or how crazy the ride would be. So much FUN, laughs and good times.
May God draw near to all of you during this time of loss. In Christ, Bill is free! You are in my prayers. My love, Denise Drumm/Soule
February 3, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in what is recorded in the Bible at Jeremiah 29:11 and 12.
Bob & Becky Slutz
February 3, 2016
To the Drumm family - you are in our thoughts & prayers. We enjoyed our visits with Bill on Saturdays at St. Luke with our dog, Spanky. May God comfort you in this time of loss.
Sincerely,
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