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William Willy Keith Napier

Case from Canton, OH dated Feb 26, 2020

Victim Details

William “Willy” Keith Napier III

Male

White / Caucasian

Canton

OH

2020-02-26

25

William

Willy Keith Napier

06/29/2026

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William "Willy" Keith Napier III, a 25-year-old male of Caucasian ethnicity from Canton, OH, tragically passed away on February 26, 2020, at Aultman Hospital in Canton. Willy was born on September 14, 1994, in Coshocton, Ohio, and attended Indian Valley High School in Gnadenhutten. He was known for his infectious laugh, love for video games, guitar playing, and outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, and boating. Willy also enjoyed playing pool with his father and was a devoted father to hi ...
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