William F. Mansfield
William F. Mansfield, age 96, of Newbury Township, peacefully passed away on Dec. 28, 2022.
Born July 13, 1926, to Arah A. and Florence (nee Leppelmeier) Mansfield, in Chardon, he was a lifelong Geauga County resident.
William married Louise G. Lee on March 26, 1949, in Cleveland. She preceded him in death on April 2, 1985.
He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army.
William was a union carpenter until his retirement and beyond. He loved his work and was an expert finish carpenter.
He was involved in many different organizations, from being the Union Treasurer to church trustee. He is a member of the VFW and American Legion of Newbury.
He is survived by his children, Lee (Karen) Mansfield, of Kailua, Hawaii, Virginia “Ginny” Mansfield, of Akron, and Wayne (Marcia) Mansfield, of Newbury; grandchildren, William (Jamie) Mansfield and Gary (Tina) Mansfield; great-grandchildren, Georgiana and Huxley Mansfield; and many nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 13, 2023, at Mayfield United Methodist Church, 7747 Mayfield Road, Chester Township.
Interment will follow at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens, 11521 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggest donations be made to the Mayfield Methodist Church.
Arrangements made by Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.
