William Espelage Obituary

In loving memory of William Espelage (Cincinnati, Ohio), who departed this world on April 21, 2026 at the age of 76. William leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his son Jeffrey Espelage; and his brothers-in-law, Richard Kreimer, Lawrence Kreimer and Stephen Kreimer. He is survived by: his wife Mary Kay Espelage; his daughters, Jenny Chirumbolo McKee (Jim) and Cara Leedy (Steve); his grandchildren, Aaron (Emma), Zoe, Xander, Cannon and Shaedyn; his great grandchild Luke; his siblings, Barbara Horton (Dick), Rita Dirksing (Bob), Sylvia Espelage, Donna Seyferth (late Dennis) and Tom Espelage (Denise); his siblings-in-law, Lois Nickels (late Charles), Karen Menkhaus (late Ed), Leroy Kreimer, Linda Stoffran (late Al), David Kreimer (Julie) and Diane Meyer; and his friends, Paul and Linda Schneider. He is also survived by nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, https://www.stjude.org.