William Lee Ries's obituary , Passed away on October 6, 2025 in Massillon, Ohio

William Lee Ries

August 16, 1934 - October 6, 2025 (91 years old)

Massillon, Ohio

William Lee Ries's obituary , Passed away on October 6, 2025 in Massillon, Ohio

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Paquelet Funeral Home

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William Lee Ries

August 16, 1934 - October 6, 2025 (91 years old)

Massillon, Ohio

William Lee Ries Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to William Lee Ries of Massillon, Ohio, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. William left this world on October 6, 2025 at the age of 91, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of William Lee Ries to show support.

As William departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved William. Though William may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his wife Barbara A. Ries; his parents, Russell Ries and Kathrin Dubois (Charles); and his brother James Ries. He is survived by: his children, Bill Ries and Mary Carraher (Ken); and his granddaughter Angela Ries.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Paquelet Funeral Home



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