William Emil Trendel, Jr., of Cleveland, 87, passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at a local hospital. He was a veteran of the United States Marines and served during World War II. He was a retired safety engineer. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Emil Trendel, Sr. and Edna Rosenau Trendel; and daughter, Debra Dalton. Survivors include his children, Patricia (Randy) Smith of Cleveland, William (Michelle) Trendel of Deltona, FL and Vicki (Ken) Grzegorsky of Detroit, MI. There are no services planned at this time. Arrangements are being handled by Grissom-Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Mark S. Grissom, Funeral Director. You may send and view online condolences at www.grissomserenity.com.