Donald E. Mettler

Darold E. Mettler "Met", 68 of Vermilion, died Thursday, November 27, 2003 in EMH Regional Health Center after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born March 17, 1935 in Columbus, OH and resided in Vermilion the past 30 years. He graduated from Lorain High School with the Class of 1953 B. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne Division during the Korean Conflict. He worked as a Supervisor for B F Goodrich for 35 years, retiring in 1992. He enjoyed boating and coaching Little League for many years with his children and spending time with his grandchildren. Survivors include his wife, Brenda Mary (nee Bruck); son, Mike D. Mettler of Elyria, Daughters, Michaelene Beck of Toledo, Darlene Julius of Avon and Bridget Smith of Columbus; 5 grandchildren and a brother, Ralph of Lorain. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Mary Ann (nee Sparks) Mettler. Private services will be held. Memorial contributions may be made to New Life Hospice, 5255 N. Abbe Road, Elyria, Ohio 44035, or the Ireland Cancer Center, 41201 Schadden Road, Elyria, Ohio 44035 The Riddle Funeral Home, 5345 South Street, Vermilion, handled arrangements.