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William Probert Obituary

William K. Probert

William K. Probert, 62, died unexpectedly Friday April 29 2005 at Mercy Medical Center.

He was born in Akron, grew up in Green and currently lived in Jackson Township. He was employed by Bank One in Business Lending for over 39 years, retiring in 2003. He was past president of the local Chapter of the American Institute of Banking. He was a 1960 graduate of Green High School and became an Eagle Scout at the age of 14.

Mr. Probert is survived by his wife of 28 years, Barbara; his children Randall W. (Nikki) Probert of Akron, Kimberley S. Probert of N. Hollywood, Cal. and William Probert of Green; mother Evelyn Probert; grandson Marc Probert; brothers Daniel and David Probert both of Cuyahoga Falls; sister Susan (Roger) Reynolds of Akron; niece and nephew Amanda and Alex Reynolds; and was preced ed in death by his father Ken neth.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday 8:00 pm at the Kucko- Anthony-Kertesz Funeral Home, 95 W. Waterloo Rd. The family will receive friends Tuesday 4:00 pm until time of services. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Akron-Canton Re gional Food Bank or the Humane Society. ( Kucko-Antho ny-Kertesz 330-724-1281, www.kakfh.com) AN ANTHONY FAMILY FUNERAL HOME

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on May 1, 2005.

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