William E. Metzler, age 85 of Kettering, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at Walnut Creek Nursing Home.
Bill grew up on a farm in Sugarcreek Township and graduated from Fairmont High School. He retired from DESC after 33 years, receiving honors for his outstanding work attendance.
He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Caroline; brothers, John, Howard, Thomas, and James; and sister, Carolyn.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Phyllis; children, Diane Welsh (Lee), Darlene Metzler, Robert Metzler (Linda), and Donna Channell (Al); 9 grandchildren; and 12 great grandchildren.
The family will greet friends from 2-4 PM on Saturday, May 25 at Newcomer Funeral Home, South Chapel, 3940 Kettering Blvd., Kettering, OH.
The family is deeply grateful for the loving care Bill received at Walnut Creek which was his home for 18 months.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Ave., Dayton, OH, 45420.