William Dwyer Obituary
March 1, 1942 - May 4, 2024
Bill passed away peacefully at Tidewell Hospice with his wife Barbara, son John and daughter-in-law Cecilia by his side.
Born in Cleveland Ohio, Bill was raised in Parma Ohio and lived in North Royalton for many years. He graduated from Saint Michael's High School and John Carroll University.
>Bill worked his entire career as a Sales Engineer for over 40 years, beginning with Pioneer Electronics and retiring from Commercial Electric Products in Cleveland Ohio. He enjoyed his career and was well received by customers and colleagues.
In retirement Bill enjoyed many years as a snowbird in Bradenton Florida. He loved spending days at the beach, riding his bike and time with family and friends both in Ohio and Florida.
Preceded in death by his parents John and Leona (Hannan), he is survived by his wife Barbara and son John (Cecilia), brothers Neil (Mary Lou), James (Janice), Dennis (Lorraine), sister Carol Lee (Michael) and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Bill's life was held September 28, 2024.
"Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day"
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Mary DeFroy
September 28, 2025
We miss you Bill. Love, Mary DeFroy
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