William Fraley worked for Perry Local Schools
William Fraley, age 91, passed away on Friday, February 4, 2022, at 5:51 p.m. at Milcrest Nursing Center, Marysville.
He was born on March 12, 1930, in Williams County, Ohio to the late Dan and June Dolly (Watson) Fraley. On September 17, 1948 William married Lonna Shepherd and she preceded him in death on January 13, 2007.
William was a custodian for Perry Local School District for ten years. He also was a heavy equipment operator for Ohio Engineering Company.
Also surviving are three sons: W. Stephen Fraley of Kenton, J. Kevin Fraley of Elida and Christopher L. (Deb) Fraley of Vancouver, WA; and two daughters: Kathy (Dean) Shipp of Elyria and Angela D. (David Reed) Fraley of Kenton; seven grandchildren: Laura, Deanna, Paul, Nick, Jaime, Lindsay and Logan; eight great grandchildren; two brothers: James Fraley of Findlay and Carl Fraley of Alger; and two sisters: Shirley England of Alger and Susan (Steve) Spearman of Arizona.
He was preceded in death by a two brothers: Loren Fraley and John Fraley; and three sisters: Doris Shepherd, Joy Rush and Barbara Collins.
Graveside services will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at Preston Cemetery, Alger with David Holbrook officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to HARCO Industries of Kenton.
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