She was born July 26, 1949, in Kent, Ohio, to parents William and Eleanor (Keiper) Biery. Dorothy worked as a nurse’s aide for several area nursing homes. She was an avid Cleveland Indians fan and enjoyed playing Bingo, as well playing cards with family.
Dorothy was a devoted wife, loving mother, and proud grandmother. She cherished the time she spent with her family, especially family vacations and camping trips.
Survivors include her sons: Richard L. (Lynnette) Willyard Jr. and Steven D. (Jen) Willyard, grandchildren: Weston, Macy, Robyn, and Kyle, and her great-granddaughter Emi, as well as her loving extended family including her sisters-in-law, nieces, and nephews.
Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband Richard L. “Dick” Willyard Sr., her parents, and her sisters Gloria Willyard and Nancy Trussell.
Friends and family will be received Sunday, October 20, 2019, from 1:00 – 3:00 PM at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main St., Ravenna, where funeral services will be officiated by Pastor David Ballert on Monday at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Hawley Cemetery.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com.
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