William Edward Rannells

WILLIAM EDWARD RANNELLS, age 83, passed away Sunday, August 2, 2026. Beloved husband of Sherian K (nee Bryant); loving father of Donald E. (Michele) and Cheri A. Burns (Joseph); grandfather of William Burns, Joseph Rannells, and Bryant Burns; companion of his last dog, Gemma.

Bill was a U.S. Army veteran serving between the Korea and Vietnam wars. Bill retired as a pipe fitter from Union Carbide/General Electric after 37 ½ years. Bill was a founding member of the Northeast Ohio Buick Club of America. Bill loved tinkering with cars and had a huge affection for his dogs.

Graveside service at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be forwarded to Cleveland Clinic Hospice or the Cleveland Animal Protective League.