William "Bill" Faine taught at Ada Exempted Village School
William “Bill” Faine, 59, passed away on September 18, 2021 at Blanchard Valley Hospital, Findlay. Arrangements are incomplete at Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Bluffton.
Counselors will be standing by at Ada schools on Monday, September 20. The Ada Exempted Village School announced “we tragically lost a valued staff member and beloved teacher, Mr. Bill Faine. Mr. Faine left a lasting impression on our school and community. He was a beloved staff member who had a strong faith in God and will be greatly missed. In response to this devastating loss, counseling and support services will be on site starting Monday for students and staff.”
Through the school messaging system Faine's family said, “Bill really enjoyed all his classes. Going to school every day to help his students in their ‘community’ was one of his greatest joys. So remember, ‘Put a smile on your face and make something special of it.’”
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