Larry E. Wiesen, 59, of Wadsworth passed away Wednesday, October 28, 2009. Born January 3, 1950 to John Wiesen and (Ellen) Joyce Smith.
Mr. Wiesen worked for The Ohio Match Company, Clampco, Oak Rubber Company, Norton City School District, and Brunswick City School District. Larry was involved in The National Shrine of St. Dymphna in Massillon, OH, as well as numerous other charities and organizations.
Preceded in death by father John R. Wiesen Sr., in-laws Glen (Bill) and Eileen Arnold, one sister and two brothers.
Larry is survived by his wife Barbara (Arnold) Wiesen, mothers (Ellen) Joyce Smith and Naomi (Dawn) Wiesen, daughters; Laurie (Samuel) Adrian and Tracy (Dr. John) Guerriero, and grandchildren; Sophia Guerriero, John Guerriero, and Jacob Guerriero. He is also survived by five sisters, two brothers, and numerous nieces and nephews.
"Thank you for being such a kind and generous husband and father. Thank you for all you have taught us and for sacrificing so much for your family and friends. We love you and will miss you."
Funeral services will be conducted 10:30 AM Tuesday at the Hilliard-Rospert Funeral Home, 174 N. Lyman St. Wadsworth with Deacon Bob Bender officiating. The family will receive friends 2-4 & 6-8 PM Monday at the funeral home. Interment Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to South Street Ministries, 130 West South Street, Akron, OH 44311.