William F. Obreza

BARBERTON---William F. O'Breza, 84, passed away March 2, 2012. Bill was born in Akron and had been a Barberton most of his life where he retired from Ace Mitchell Bowler's Mart. He was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church, Slovene Lodge and Treasurer for many years of the Bowler's Printcraft League. He also enjoyed golfing and playing cards. Bill always thought of others first with his kindness and generosity. Preceded in death by his parents John and Alberta; brother E. John; and sister Elsie Nesticky; Survivors include his loving wife of 62 years Marion D; daughters Diane (Jim) Pettitt and Patti (Joe) DeRosa all of Canton; grandchildren Chrissy (Ryan) Smith, Julia (Josh) Hostetler, Kymmi Pettitt, Valerie (fiancAC. Dan) DeRosa and J.B. DeRosa; great-grandchildren Sophia and Mya Smith; and many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Dr. Haque and the ICU nurses at Summa Barberton Hospital. A special thanks also goes to Dr. Margaret Panzner and all at the VA. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, March 5, 2012, 10:00 A.M. at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 1263 Shannon Ave., Norton. Fr. Robert Jackson, celebrant. Interment at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Calling Hours Sunday from 3-6 P.M. at the SILVA-HOSTETLER FUNERAL HOME, 1199 Wooster Rd. West, Barberton where prayers will be said Monday morning at 9:30 A.M.