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Willie Dreyer Obituary
Willie was predeceased by his father, Daniel Dreyer, and his mother, Rachel Dreyer, as well various relatives in France. He is survived by his brother Hans (Katrina) Dreyer, nephew Daniel (Brooke) Dreyer, niece Gwyneth Dreyer, nephew Thomas (Grace) Dreyer, great nieces Jenna Dreyer and Maggie Dreyer, and additional relatives in France, as well as numerous friends he impacted over the years.
The family would like to express gratitude to the members of Bethesda Fellowship in Plain City and the staff of Norwich Springs Health Campus for their compassionate care of Willie during his latter days.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, March 23, 2023 at Bethesda Fellowship Church, 5260 Converse Huff Road, Plain City, Ohio 43064. Interment immediately following at the church cemetery. After services, all are welcome at the church for food and fellowship.
Memorial contributions may be made to Bethesda Fellowship c/o Dale Miller, 2740 Rosedale-Plain City Road, Plain City, Ohio 43064
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Heather Breedlove
August 5, 2025
RIH Mr. Dreyer. You were so smart and a great teacher. I didn't understand a thing you taught me about math but the life lessons you shared with your students are still with me today, 38 years later. Thank you. Heather Breedlove BRHS Class of 1987
George
September 23, 2024
Willie was amazing. He was good at Tai Chi. He was well versed in French. But most of all he was a good friend. I remember having a discussion with him in which he was trying to translate a few verses from French. He couldn´t make it out and couldn´t figure out why. He asked me to listen. I listened to his French over and over again as he repeated the verses. Then I began to laugh. He looked at me quizzically. He was so focused on getting the meaning that he could not hear the sound of his own voice. The words in French were meaningless in French, but if you listen very carefully to the properly accented words you picked up on English sounds. When I told him what I heard. We both laughed at the cleverness of the composer. That was Willie! Clever.Thoughtful. Compassionate. And blessed with a good sense of humor.
Lisa Gallicchio Cannon
April 6, 2023
Mr. Dreyer was an exceptional teacher. He always had a smile to share. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. Lisa Gallicchio Cannon - BRHS `86
Mark Hodges
March 31, 2023
Mr Dreyer was the best teacher. We became friends over the years. I always wondered how he was. So sad that I missed his funeral. Awesome person.
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Scott Johnson
March 18, 2023
Mr. Dreyer was a kind, patient, and dedicated teacher. He told the most off the wall stories which made us laugh. I´m still not sure what it means when the "sap is rising" but I´ll never forget it. My condolences to his family, friends, former students, and anyone who had the benefit of knowing him. God Bless.
Carl J. Volpe
March 18, 2023
I cannot expressed my sadness for the passing of Willie. We as colleagues at Bishop Ready HS, spent countless hours, babbling in French about anything and everything. He was good for my confidence as a French teacher and speaker and just an overall good guy with whom to associate. He left an indelible mark on me and I´ve referred to him several times in my career because of what I learned from him. Peace to all.
Florentine Hoelker
March 18, 2023
We loved Mr. Dreyer at Bishop Ready. He was brilliant, funny, demanding, generous, wise, and inspiring. He taught much more than math, he wanted us to open our eyes and imaginations to the endless possibilities of God's creation, and I am so lucky to have had him for a teacher and mentor. Thank you, Mr. Dreyer, for everything you did for me. I look forward to talking to you again soon.
My condolences to his family, and please know how much I loved and respected him.
Byron Timmins
March 17, 2023
I will forever remember Mr. Dreyer. He was a brilliant person who cared deeply about his students. He will truly be missed. My condolences to all his family and friends.
Erin Timmins Burgess
March 17, 2023
Mr Dreyer was the best math teacher that I ever had. He was always kind and patient with his students. I was fortunate to have him for two years while at Bishop Rudy high school. My deepest sympathies to his friends and family. He was a wonderful light and will be missed.
Steve Harmon
March 17, 2023
Willie was my favorite teacher, a mentor, a friend, and the only one I every really felt gave a damn about me as a person. See you in heaven my friend. Steve Harmon. BRHS `87
Jack DeVoss
March 17, 2023
Mr. Dreyer was my math teacher and coach for In The Know at Bishop Ready High School. He was a caring and compassionate mentor who actually listened to his students and made sure to teach to their strengths while building up their weaknesses. The lessons he imparted upon me stay with me to this day. His legacy lives in in those he helped. Until we meet again on the other side, may God hold you in the palm of his hand.
Helen Kim
March 17, 2023
Mr. Dreyer was an exceptional teacher and will be greatly missed. Condolences to his family during this time.
Joseph Mancini
March 17, 2023
Willie was a valued Math teacher at Bishop Ready High School in Columbus Ohio. He loved his students and was a tireless worker. I offer my condolences to all his friends and family.
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