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FAST Josephine Fast, age 83, Sunday, May 5, 2002 at Franklin Woods Nursing Home. Member Chicago Avenue Church of Christ. Preceded in death by husband Carl, parents Martha and Joseph Albright, 7 sisters and 3 brothers. Survived by daughter, Martha (Jack) Purdy; son, Charles (Sharon) Fast; 3 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-granddaughter. Friends may call at JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME, 2693 W. Broad St., Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., where service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday. Rev. Ed Hughes officiating. Interment Sunset cemetery.
FRAZIER Mary A. Frazier, age 80, passed away Monday, May 6, 2002 at Mill Run Care Center. Retired from Owens Illinois after 35 years. Preceded in death by husband Royce, parents Salvatore and Rose Rocci, brother John Rocci, sisters Rosemary Fout, Frances Morrison and Mildred Walker. Survived by daughters, Mary Lou (Frank) Ricciardi and Bonnie Brown; 5 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; sister, Norma C. Davis; brothers, Joseph (Virginia) Rocci, and Anthony (Grace) Rocci; many nieces and nephews. Friends may cal at O.R. WOODYARD CO. CHAPEL, 2990 Bethel Rd., 4-8 p.m. Friday and one hour prior to service Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Dr. William L. Snider officiating. Interment Forest Lawn cemetery. Family suggest contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association of Central Ohio, 3380 Tremont Rd., Columbus, OH 43220 in Mary's memory.
GRIFFITH Atlas Griffith, age 86, of Columbus, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2002 at her home surrounded by her loved ones. Preceded in death by her husband of over 50 years Robert, daughters Louise Wilson and Debbie Hedger, 3 grandchildren and parents Charles and Ida (Buchanan) Webb. Survived by sons, Clarence Griffith of Ga., Dan (Kim) Griffith of Reynoldsburg and Dennis Griffith of Oh. Memorial service Thursday 8 p.m. at NEWCOMER-FARLEY FUNERAL HOME, 3047 E. Dublin-Granville Rd., Columbus, where family will meet with friends starting at 6 p.m. Rev. (Dr.) William Snider. Private family inurnment. Messages of condolences can be left at www.funeralvalue.com.
HADDEN Jeremiah Garvin Hadden, also known as "Hydraulic", "Foots", "Keyman" and in later years as "PaPa", at the age of 86, was called home to Glory, May 4, 2002 at Mt. Carmel East Hospital. Preceded in death by his mother Sarah Scott, sisters Ellen Miller, Sarah Sanders and grandson Wayne Hadden. He was born in Marietta, S.C. and was educated in the Columbus Public School System. Retired from Columbus Coated Fabrics/Borden Chemical after 30-plus years of service. He was a charter member of Grace Baptist Church, where he served as Deacon and as President of the Usher's Ministry. He was a member of the I.C.U.A.; served as President of the School of Ushering. His hobby was listening to his Police Scanner and he was a member of the "White Castle Club". He leaves to mourn his legacy, his faithful devoted and loving daughter, Rhoda J. Hadden; son, Donald Hadden; brother, Hezekiah Hadden; sisters, Ammer (Tommy) James, Carlene (Frank) Allen, Alta Scott; loving granddaughter, Rhonda Hadden; loving great-granddaughter, Tina (Russell) Turner; great-great-grandsons, Russell Anthony Turner II and James Everett Turner; a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, The McKee Family, many, many friends and his Church family. Friends may call after 1 p.m. at Grace Baptist Church, 1182 N. 6th St., Wednesday, May 8, 2002 and the family will receive friends 7-9 p.m. (I.C.U.A. Memorial Service 7:45 p.m.) Home going service will be held Thursday, May 9, 2002 at the church at 11 a.m. Rev. Willie H. Battle, Eulogist. Family may be contacted at 235-6924. Interment Glen Rest Memorial Estates direction OWENS FUNERAL HOME SERVICES, 614-235-0071.
HAYS James N. Hays, age 55, of Gahanna, died Sunday, May 5, 2002 at the James Cancer Research Hospital. Arrangements by RUTHERFORD-CORBIN FUNERAL HOME, WORTHINGTON CHAPEL, 515 High St., Worthington, 614-885-4006.
HELMIG Nancy Carol Helmig, age 64, Monday, May 6, 2002, St. Ann's Hospital, Westerville, Oh. Preceded in death by husband Clarence N. Helmig, parents Letha M. and James P. Robertson Sr., brothers Roger Robertson and James P. Robertson Jr. Survived by daughter, Donna (Tom) Gimlich of Bucyrus, Oh.; sons, Donald E. (Linda) Merritt of Logan, Oh. and Dennis Helmig of Columbus, Oh.; 8 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; sister, Judy Boyette of Columbus, Oh.; several nieces and nephews, cousins and dear friends. Family will receive friends 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday in the LONG FUNERAL HOME, 5528 Cleveland Ave. (1 block south of St. Rt. 161), where funeral service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, May 9, 2002. Rev. Mel Truex officiating. Interment Blendon Central cemetery.
HESKETT Teddy Edward Heskett, Jr., 49, of Grove City, passed away suddenly Monday, May 6, 2002 at Doctors Hospital West. Calling hours 5-9 p.m. Thursday at the SCHOEDINGER NORRIS CHAPEL, 3920 Broadway, Grove City, where the funeral service will be 1 p.m. Friday. Please see Thursday's Dispatch for complete notice.
HUBER William A. Huber, age 79, of Columbus, formerly of Worthington, died at home on Sunday, May 5, 2002. Retired after 40 years as Vice President of Columbus Forge and Iron Co., past president of the National Association of Purchasing Management of Columbus, graduate of Worthington High School in 1941, member of New England Lodge #4 F&AM, Scottish Rite, Aladdin Temple Shrine, Secretary of the Shrine Band, Secretary of the Aladdin Car Club, Court #8 Royal Order of Jesters, past president of the Columbus Downtown Lions Club, a Melvin Jones Fellow, of the Lions Club International Foundation, former member of the Columbus Maennerchor and Lederhossen Five, former member of York Country Club and a member of the Hole in One Club. Preceded in death by sister Jane Ann Youngquist. Survived by his wife of 56 years, Betty E. Snyder Huber; daughter, Nancy (David G. Foust) Papineau; sons, John L. (Kim) Huber and William R. (Debra) Huber; brother, James L. (Jan) Huber; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Richard and Dale Snyder; 6 grandchildren. Friends may call Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the SCHOEDINGER WORTHINGER CHAPEL, 6699 N. High St. (* mile south of I-270), where funeral service will be held Thursday 11 a.m. Chaplain Richard Westinghouse officiating. Interment at a later date at Alton cemetery. New England Lodge service Wednesday 7:30 p.m.
HUNT Leafy A. Hunt, 85, Overland Park, Kan., formerly of Columbus, passed away Monday, April 29, 2002, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. Funeral Service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, May 11, 2002 at RUTHERFORD-CORBIN FUNERAL HOME, WORTHINGTON CHAPEL, 515 High Street,Worthington, Oh. Burial will be at Glen Rest Memorial Estate, Reynoldsburg. The family will receive friends from 6-9 p.m. Friday, May 10 at the funeral home. Mrs. Hunt was born April 13, 1917 in Hamden, Oh., the daughter of Chauncey and Minnie Gibson. She was married
to John W. Hunt for 62 years. She spent all her married
life in Columbus. She was employed at Tom Johnson's Seafood Restaurant for many years and retired from the Kroger Company. She was preceded in death by her husband John, son John R., parents and brothers Merrell Gibson, Beryl Gibson, Donald Gibson and sister Louise Mather. Mrs. Hunt is survived by her daughter, Ruth Schwenk, Overland Park, KS; daughter-in-law, Orlanda Hunt, Columbus, OH; grandchildren, Michael and Jeanne Schwenk, Salt Lake City, UT, Michele and Michael Morrissey, Dallas, TX, Sgt. Richard Schwenk, US Army, Kosovo, Randall and Vicki Hunt and Terri Leonard of Columbus, OH, Gary and Diane Hunt, Daniel and Julie Hunt of Roswell,GA, Jeanne Smith, Jason Boles, and Jay Jay Boles, Columbus, OH; sisters, Eula Hunt, Port Charlotte, FL, Fern Mather, Freda Phillips, and Ada Snider, Columbus, OH; brothers, Robert Gibson, Columbus, OH and C. Earl Gibson of FL; 15 great-grandchildren and many sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, cousins, nephews, nieces, friends and her beloved pet companions, Bogie, Shira, Morgan and Casey. Mrs. Hunt loved her flowers and the warmth they brought to those around her. She always went out of her way to make people feel welcome and comfortable. She was a gracious and giving person who will be sadly missed by her family and friends privileged to know her.
KIDWELL Opal K. Kidwell, 92, born September 18, 1909 in Prospect, Oh., passed away May 5, 2002 at the Ohio Eastern Star Home in Mt. Vernon, Oh. She retired from Kroger's in Columbus after 28 years of service. She is preceded in death by husband Arthur R. Kidwell, parents Jacob and Daisy Hoffman, Marion, OH, brother George, three sons-in-law and two grandchildren. She is survived by 7 children, Eleanor Boehm, Lancaster, VA., Everett (Bea) Kidwell, Hollywood, FL, Floyd (Sue) Kidwell, Calif., Carl (Teresa) Kidwell, Columbus, OH, Charles (Mary Jane) Kidwell, Delaware, OH, Thelma (Jim) Cherrington, Mt. Vernon, OH, Virginia Wathley, Johnstown, OH.; 28 grandchildren, 50 great-grandchildren and 30 great-great-grandchildren; 3 nieces; 4 nephews; and dear friend, Thelma Hahn. She was a member of Lorraine Chapter #1 O.E.S. Family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, 2002 at the SCHOEDINGER NORTH CHAPEL, 5554 Karl Road, where the funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, May 9, 2002. Interment 1 p.m. Pleasant cemetery, Mt. Sterling, OH. The Order of Eastern Star service will be held 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Ohio Eastern Star Home, 1451 Gambier Road, Mt. Vernon, OH 43050 or Hospice of Knox County, 302 East High St., Mt. Vernon, OH 43050 in her memory.
LUCICH Dorothy M. Lucich of Irvine, Calif., a native of Columbus, Oh., died May 4, 2002, at Mt. Carmel Medical Center. "Dotti" attended local Catholic schools, graduating from St. Mary of the Springs Academy. She worked as a dental assistant, model, dancer, secretary, and office manager; but once her children were born, they became the focus of her life. She was very active in the schools her children attended, especially in Calif. where she was on the board of the Brentwood School Mothers' Club and held various offices for eleven years. She has been a member of the Juniors of the Social Service, The Pageant of the Masters, Festival of the Arts in Laguna Beach, The Nixon Library, San Diego Zoological Society, among other organizations during the past thirty years in Calif. Dorothy was preceded in death by her father James Kuhn, her mother Helen Alexander Kuhn, and her brother James W. Kuhn. Surviving are her husband, Bernard of Irvine; children, Dori (Clint) Lewis of Houston, Jim (fiancée, Nene) Lucich of San Diego, and Jeff (Virginia) Lucich of Austin; six grandchildren, Trevor, Tyler, and Cody Lewis; Ryan, Dylan and Katelyn Lucich; aunts, Romaine Riggin of Cincinnati and Dorothy Alexander of Columbus; one niece, Lisa Wider of Reynoldsburg; and cousins, Rita Alexander, Phyllis Bishop, Jerry Converse and Madeleine Jo Wharton, of the Columbus area; John Riggin of Cincinnati, Madalene Hubbell of Cleveland; along with several other cousins outside Ohio; and a myriad of friends throughout the country. Family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, at SCHOEDINGER EAST CHAPEL, 5360 E. Livingston Ave., as well as on Thursday beginning at 10 a.m. Family and friends will travel in procession to Our Mother of Sorrows Chapel, on the grounds of St. Joseph cemetery, 6440 S. High St., Lockbourne, for a 12Noon Mass of Christian Burial. Rev. Fr. Joseph J. Trapp II, Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may contribute to the Diabetes Association in Dotti's memory.
MANNS Rosemary A. Manns, age 90, Tuesday, May 7, 2002, St. Rita Home. Longtime parishoner at Christ the King Catholic Church. Longtime resident on/of Broadleigh Rd. Preceded in death by husband Fred. Survived by sister-in-law, Evelyn Gartner; several nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday 3-8 p.m. at the MAEDER-QUINT-TIBERI FUNERAL HOME, 1068 S. High St. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 11 a.m., St. Rita Nursing Home Chapel, 880 Greenlawn Ave. Procession to form from funeral home. Burial St. Joseph cemetery. Prayer service 7:30 p.m. Thursday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Rita Nursing Home, 880 Greenlawn Ave., Columbus, Oh. 43223.
MARSHALL William E. Marshall, 62, of Columbus, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2002 at his home. A loving husband, father and grandfather who was an avid OSU fan. He is survived by loving wife of 41 years, Pat; children, Steve (Barb) Marshall, Mike Marshall, Gary Marshall, Rick (Jackie) Marshall and Terri Marshall; he will be sadly missed by his 22 grandchildren and extended family; sisters, Marilyn (Bill) Hannan, Patty (Mike) Straight and Carol Ray; sister-in-law, Alice Marshall; and dear friend, Betty Dygert; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Warren and Margaret Marshall and brother Larry Marshall. Funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 8, 2002 at SCHOEDINGER NORTH CHAPEL, 5554 Karl Rd., where family will receive friends Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Chaplain Steve Rice officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice at Riverside and Grant, 3535 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, Oh 43214.
MORROW Mary Ann Morrow, 51, of Columbus, Saturday, May 4, 2002 in Washington Court House. Preceded in death by her parents. Survived by brothers, Harry English Elliott III and Tracy (Marilou) Elliott; nieces, Holly and Annie Elliott; nephew, Benjamin Paul Elliott. Memorial service 7 p.m. Thursday, May 9, 2002 at RUTHERFORD-CORBIN FUNERAL HOME, WORTHINGTON CHAPEL, 515 High St., Worthington. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Huntington Disease Society, 1581 Dodd Dr., Columbus, Oh. 43210.
McCOY Sharon "Jeannie" McCoy, age 54, went to be with her Lord and Saviour on April 9, 2002 in Acworth, Ga., formerly of Columbus, Oh. Preceded in death by her father Brady Clinton McCoy, her grandparents and uncle Gene Donahue. Jeannie is survived by her mother, Naomi Walters of Bradenton, Fla.; brother, Mike (Terre) McCoy of Grove City, Oh.; niece, Melissa (Steve) Callahan; nephew, Brad (Betsy) McCoy; 3 great-nephews, Cody McCoy, Luke and Justin Callahan; many relatives and friends. Jeannie will be missed by all until we meet again in Heaven. Memorial Service 11 a.m. Saturday, May 25 at Heritage Freewill Baptist Church, Obetz and Parsons Ave.
McCURDY Ronald E. McCurdy went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 4, 2002 at OSU Medical Center. Preceded in death by parents Walker and Virginia Patterson McCurdy and brother Charles Raymond McCurdy. Survived by sons, Will Johns and Jason Stewart; daughters, Anna Marie McCurdy and Candace Griffin, all of Columbus, OH; brothers, Troy (Betty) McCurdy of Blacklick, OH and Donald McCurdy, Sr; sisters, Geraldine (Ronald) Rickman, Alice (James, Sr.) Shellow and Janet Bryant; sister-in-law, Hilda McCurdy; fiancée, Yvonne Johns, all of Columbus, OH; a host of other relatives and friends. Service of memory Thursday 2 p.m. chapel of DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long St. Mr. McCurdy will lie in state Thursday after 10 a.m. in the mortuary, where the family will receive friends 1 p.m. until time of service. Interment Evergreen Burial Park.
NELSON Shirley J. Nelson, age 61, Monday, May 6, 2002 at residence. Beloved mother and grandmother. Preceded in death by husband Herschel Nelson, daughter Sheila Nelson, parents Leonard and Obie Nelson. Survived by children, Linda (Gary) Vance, Brenda (Russell) Borders, Herschel (Lisa) Nelson and David Nelson (Brenda Eichhorn); grandchildren, Celesta, Melissa and Cecil III Vance, Linda Sue Borders, James Jones, Russell II and Sabrina Borders, Samantha Nelson and Annie Nelson; 7 great-grandchildren and numerous other family and friends. Friends may call at JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME, 2693 W. Broad St., Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where service will be held 10 a.m. Friday. Rev. Jakki Dula officiating. Interment Sunset cemetery.
NEWMAN Laura E. Newman, age 76, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday at her residence. Retired St. Anthony Hospital. Member Whitehall Church of Christ in Christian Union. Survived by husband of 57 years, Harold L. Newman; sons and daughters-in-law, Harold W. and Jennifer Newman, Larry K. and Linda Newman; grandchildren and spouses, Danny, Brian, Mark, Matthew (Jenni), Kathy (Ken) McLaughlin, Jeremy (Tanya), Joel; 5 great-grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law, Alene and Fred Jarvis of Houston, TX; brother, John Bishop; also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews from Texas and Ohio. Preceded in death by parents, 2 infant sons and 2 sisters. Friends may call Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., EVANS FUNERAL HOME, 4171 E. Livingston Ave., where service will be Friday 12Noon. Rev. William Smith officiating. Interment Forest Lawn cemetery.
PACE Betty L. Pace, age 72, of Grove City, passed away Monday, May 6, 2002 in El Cajon, Ca. She was an associate of Franklin Co. Children Services for many years and a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Evans Chapter #191 O.E.S. in Canal Winchester, and former past matron of the O.E.S. in Keystone Hts., Fl. She was preceded in death by her husband William N. Pace. Survived by her children, Gary (Colleen) Pace of Orient, William N. (Patricia) Pace, Jr. of Galloway and Nila (Gene) Woodard of Ashland; grandchildren, Ann, Greg, Josh, and Amy; sister, Mary Hall of Columbus. Friends may call 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at SCHOEDINGER-NORRIS CHAPEL, 3920 Broadway, Grove City, where the funeral will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, May 11, 2002. Rev. Karen James officiating. Interment at Grove City cemetery. Friends if they wish, may contribute in Betty's memory to The American Cancer Society, 9090 Michigan Ave., Columbus, Oh. 43215.
