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LINARD Mary Louise Linard, June 2, 2002, Mt. Carmel Medical Center. Born March 5, 1925, Steubenville, Oh., to the late Frank and Mildred Brady. Graduate of Steubenville Central Catholic High School and Mt. Carmel School of Nursing, where she began her 42 year devoted career as a Registered Nurse and Nursing Supervisor. Active member of the Mt. Carmel School of Nursing Alumni Association. Previous member of St. Aloysius Catholic Church. Member of St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church. Preceded in death by brother Tom, sister Marie. Survived by children, Patti (Conrad) Marsili, Pete, Lenee, Matthew and Chris, Judy Rourke, Lisa, Hank (Liz) Linard, Erin and Mindy, Brady (Debbie) Linard, Alex and Shannon, Jim (Wendy) Linard, Cortney, Rachel and Corinne, Frank (Tammy) Linard, Adam and Ryan, Mary Beth (Jan) Klamar, Spence, Nicole, Courtney and Drew, Amy Linard, Tiffaney; several nieces and nephews. Friends may call JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME, 2693 W. Broad St., Tuesday 1-4 and 6-9 p.m. Funeral mass 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 473 S. Roys Ave. Fr. Charles Cotton, Celebrant. Entombment St. Joseph cemetery. Prayer service 3:30 p.m. Tuesday. Donations may be given in Mary Louise's memory to Mt. Carmel School of Nursing. FUNERAL PROCESSION TO FORM AT THE CHURCH.
LONG Benjamin Franklin "Frank" Long, age 86, of Plain City, died Saturday, June 1, 2002 at Doctor's Hospital West. Born December 31, 1915 in Lilly Chapel. A retired farmer in Union County who was a hard worker, fantastic at raising children and very much enjoyed his time he had with his grandchildren. A charter member of the Heartland Union Freewill Baptist Church. Preceded in death by parents Elmer and Mattie Vandene (Finks) Long, 3 brothers and 4 sisters, son-in-law Richard "Dick" Wilcox. Survived by wife of 64 years, Lena Alice (Woodruff) Long, whom he married
August 24, 1937 in Cadle Tabernacle, Indianapolis, Ind.; 16 children, Peggy Wilcox, Roger (Patty) Long, Jane (Joe) Berry, Tim (Pam) Long, all of Marysville, Patty (Gene) VanHoose, Phyllis (Joe) Calle, Frank (Jean) Long, John (Brenda) Long, Jack (Cindy) Long, Jerry (Debbie) Long, Tina Long, all of Plain City, Steve Long of Milford Center, Linda (Dick) Morris of West Jefferson, Bob (Barbara) Long of Irwin, Tom (Janet) Long of London, Alice (Charles) Renn of Glenn Ellyn, Ill.; 35 grandchildren; 47 great-grandchildren; and 3 great great grandchildren. Funeral 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, 2002, Heartland Union Freewill Baptist Church, 9720 St. Rte. 161, Plain City. Pastors Dana Booth and James Price officiating. Burial Hampton cemetery, West Jefferson. The family will receive friends 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, 202 E. Main Street, (St. Rte. 161W), Plain City.
LONG James Lewis Long, age 47, died June 1, 2002 at his residence. Preceded in death by parents James and Dorothy Higgins. Survived by brother, Jeffrey Long. Arrangements completed at JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME with CREMATORY, 2693 W. Broad St.
MAJOR Rebecca J. Major, age 53. Visitation Thursday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the chapel of DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long St. Homegoing service will be Saturday in Piedmont, W.Va. Further details to follow in Wednesday's Dispatch.
MERRICK Nora Ann Merrick, 81, formerly of North Shore Retirement Center, Lakeside, Oh., passed away at Providence Care Center, Sandusky on May 31. Prior to 1999, Nora was a lifelong resident of Columbus and Worthington and a member of Worthington Christian Church. She will be remembered for the faithful childcare she so lovingly provided to families in the Grandview and Upper Arlington areas. In addition, her love and devotion to her twenty nieces and nephews was unmatched. Nora was the second of ten children born to Raymond and Nora (Hurbaugh) Merrick. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sister Elizabeth L. Miller and brothers Donald and Charles Merrick and sister-in-law Doris Merrick, nephews Scott Merrick, David (Butch) Taggart and Bryce Ziegler. Surviving Nora are sisters, Margaret Merrick and Dorothy (Lee) Taggart of Columbus; brothers, Richard (Helen) Merrick of Encinita, Calif., William Merrick of Blountville, Ala., Raymond (Rilla) Merrick of Mt. Gilead, Oh., David (Nancy) Merrick of Lakeside/Marblehead, Oh.; and sister-in-law, Betty Merrick of Virginia Beach, Va. There will be no visitation and the family suggests memorial contributions to the charity of your choice. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. June 22, 2002 at Overbrook Presbyterian Church, 4131 North High St., Columbus. The TOFT FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 2001 Columbus Ave., Sandusky, is in charge of arrangements.
MILLER Robert W. Miller Sr. (Uncle Bob), 73, died Friday, May 31, 2002 at Riverside Hospital. Preceded in death by father Raymond Miller and mother Mary Kilcherman. Survived by sons and daughters, Robert and Bonnie Miller, Cynda Search and Richard Miller, Brad and Sharon Everhart, Kevin and Jenny Miller; grandchildren, Brandie, Bridget, Charles and Barbara, Christ, Dusty, Richard, Tyler and Kaylie; great-grandchildren, Katerina, Derick and Paige; very dear friends, Robert, Dawn, Baron, Chase and Princess Turnquest, Dorothy Miller; cousins and friends. Contributions may be donated to Alzheimer's Association of Central Ohio, 3380 Tremont Rd., Columbus, Oh. 43221.
MILLER-HOLDER Vanessa Miller-Holder, age 45, May 30, 2002 at OSU Hospital East. She was a devoted wife and mother. Survived by loving and devoted husband, Verl Holder; children, Lawanta, Stephanie, Jennifer, Verl, Edward, Moseh and Adrian; loving mother, Augustine Miller; brother, Darrell; sister, Lajuanta Miller; and a host of aunts, nieces and friends. Friends may call Wednesday, June 5, 2002 at the CROSBY FUNERAL HOME, 2323 E. Fifth Ave after 12noon, where family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until time of service at 2 p.m. Bishop John J. Duff officiating. Interment Evergreen cemetery.
MOORE Kenneth K. Moore, age 74, of Columbus, died Friday, May 31, 2002 at home. Survived by brother, Charles Moore; several nieces and nephews. Retired from Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Veteran U.S. Army, WW II. Private service and interment. Arrangements by RUTHERFORD-CORBIN FUNERAL HOME, WORTHINGTON HOME, 515 High St., Worthington, 614-885-4006. Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 937 High St., Worthington, Oh. 43085.
McDONALD Marie McDonald, age 81, Monday, June 3, 2002. Preceded in death by husband Jerome W. and son Charles A. McDonald. Survived by son, James W. of Pickerington; 3 grandchildren. Private service and inurnment, Union cemetery. Arrangements by SOUTHWICK-GOOD FUNERAL CHAPEL.
PAVEY Roy D. Pavey, 98, of 204 Village Court, Columbiana, Oh., passed away early Sunday morning, June 2, 2002 at the Salem Community Hospital. Mr. Pavey was born September 16, 1903 in Columbus, Oh., the son of the late Charles and Emma Pavey. Mr. Pavey was the long-time Manager of the Producers Livestock Association, a farmer owned livestock co-op. A lifelong horseman along with his late wife Helen, he owned and operated Donalene Farm in the Columbus area from 1935 until 1988. Together Pavey and his wife developed their farm into one of the preeminent producers of champion saddle-breds. His notoriety in the horse business led to his appointment in 1947 by Governor Frank Lausche to the Ohio State Board of Agriculture, where he served until 1960. He was also the founder and a long-time officer in a number of horse shows and organizations, including the River Horse Show, the Tri State Horse Show Association, the Buckeye State Futurity, the Ohio State Futurity and the River Ridge Riding Club. He was a sixty year member of the Columbus Shrine, a sixty year 32nd Degree Mason and a member of the Community Lodge of Columbus. He is survived by his brother, Dr. Charles Pavey of Columbus, Oh.; 2 nieces, Mrs. Miriam E. Hutson of Columbiana, Oh. and Mrs. Ellen Clendenin of Fuquay-Varina, N.C.; 10 great-nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife Helen Eileen, he was predeceased by a sister Faye Smith. A memorial service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on June 5, 2002 at First Presbyterian Church of Columbiana, officiated by Dr. Dan Schomer and Dr. Stephen Cramer, both of the church. Friends may call, at the church, for 1* hours before the service. Interment will be in the Columbiana cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Endowment Fund of First Presbyterian Church of Columbiana. Arrangements by SEEDERLY-MONG & BECK FUNERAL HOME, Columbiana, Oh.
PERKINS Winston G. Perkins, age 80, died Sunday, June 2, 2002 at Whetstone Care Center. Survived by son Stephen (Kathleen) Perkins of Powell, OH.; daughters, Nancy (Thomas) Bowersox of Bowersville, OH., Melanie Knoblock of Worthington, OH. and Teri (Marcia) Kinsway of Delaware, OH; grandchildren, Ashley, Jenny and Leslie Perkins, Nicholas, Krista, Laura and Stephanie Bowersox, Matt, Heidi and Alex Knoblock, Maricia and Terin Kinsway; great-grandchild, Madison VanScoy. Preceded in death by wife Dorothy "Jean" Perkins and his 3 older brothers. Mr. Perkins was a retired accountant from Columbus Auto Parts; past member of Swiss Home Club, Moose Lodge #11, Columbus Mannerchor and a member of several senior centers. He served in the U.S. Army during WW II and was the recipient of the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Family and friends may call 6-8 p.m. Thursday at SCHOEDINGER WORTHINGTON CHAPEL, 6699 N. High Street (* mile South of I-270), where funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, June 7, 2002. Interment to follow at Glen Rest Memorial Estate. Memorial gifts, in Winston's name, may be made to the American Cancer Society.
PERRY Annamae (Kelley) Perry, age 76, passed Sunday, June 2, 2002 at Grant Medical Center. Member of Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post 3424. Preceded in death by parents Roy and Alice Violet, 2 sisters, 1 brother and daughter Sherri Lynn Stewart. Survived by husband, William "Bill"; daughters, Margaret (Dick) Evans of Westerville, Babette (Joe) Joseph of Buckeye Lake; sons, Don (Cindi) Kelley, Doug Perry, Kenny (Maria) Perry, all of Columbus; 13 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; sister, Eva Pignatelli; many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Thursday at COOK & SON-PALLAY FUNERAL HOME, 1631 Parsons Ave., where service will follow at 8 p.m. Rev. Torry Gligora officiating.
POWELL Mary A. Powell, age 56, May 31, 2002 in Bethel Park, Pa. Preceded in death by mother Wavalene Morris and husband James Powell. Survived by 5 loving sons, George (Suzie), Donald (Mary), William, Jeff and Charlie; brothers, Sandy and James; sister, Betty; 6 grandchildren. Visitation 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at COOK & SON-PALLAY FUNERAL HOME, 1631 Parsons Ave. Graveside service and interment 2 p.m. Wednesday at Maple Grove cemetery, Lancaster.
RIESEN Dennis A. Riesen, of Marengo, Oh., died Saturday, June 1, 2002 at home of heart trouble. He was a stone and brick mason, loved playing the banjo, an avid sports fan, collector of sports memorabilia and Indian artifacts and a great gardener. Graduated from Westerville High School and Ohio Technical Institute with a BA in Electronical Engineering. Preceded in death by son Evan. Survived by sons, Matthew, Justin and Josh; grandsons, Justin and Josh; father, Wayne (Carol) Riesen of N.C.; mother, Jeanne Riesen of Lewis Center, Oh.; brothers, Douglas Riesen, Daniel Riesen; sisters, Durena Holobaugh, Renee Riesen and Kelly O'Brien; sister-in-law, Bonnie Riesen; brothers-in-law, Bill Holobaugh and Todd O'Brien; grandmother, Betty Loney. Friends may call at the MORELAND FUNERAL HOME, 55 E. Schrock Rd., Westerville, Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where service will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday. Pastor Frank Carl officiating. Interment Fairview Memorial Park. Friends, if they wish, may contribute to the American Heart Association or to the American Lung Association.
ROSS Mr. L.K. Ross, age 69, May 31, 2002. Funeral service Thursday 8 p.m. at Mt. Hermon Baptist Church, 2283 Sunbury Rd. Mr. Ross will lie in state Thursday 12noon-4 p.m. at DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long St. and after 6 p.m. at the church, where the family will receive friends 7 p.m. until start of service. Interment Forest Memorial Gardens.
SCARBERRY Georgia B. Lee Scarberry, age 41, Saturday at her residence. Survived by husband. William R. Scarberry; father, George Lee; sisters and brothers-in-law, Peggy and Joe Defender, Linda and Dennis Halasta; brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Sue Lee, Steve and Tina Lee; also survived by other family and friends. Preceded in death by mother Donna Lee. Friends may call Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. EVANS FUNERAL HOME, 4171 E. Livingston Ave., where service will be Thursday 2 p.m. Interment Asbury cemetery.
SCARBERRY Georgia B. Lee Scarberry, age 41, Saturday at her residence. Survived by husband. William R. Scarberry; father, George Lee; sisters and brothers-in-law, Peggy and Joe Defender, Linda and Dennis Halasta; brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Sue Lee, Steve and Tina Lee; father-in-law and mother-in-law, William E. and Charlotte Scarberry; sister-in-law, Jenny Mercer; also survived by other family, friends and beloved pets. Preceded in death by mother Donna Lee. Friends may call Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. EVANS FUNERAL HOME, 4171 E. Livingston Ave., where service will be Thursday 2 p.m. Interment Asbury cemetery.
SMITH Jack Owen Smith, age 70, of Reynoldsburg, passed away Saturday, June 1, 2002 at his home. He was a retired Naval Reserve Commander and Nationwide agent. Charter member Highland Golf Club, Board of Governors C.D.G.A., graduate of Reynoldsburg High School and Washington and Lee University, and an inductee of the Reynoldsburg High School Athletic Wall of Fame. An only child, he is preceded in death by his parents Marvin L. and Thelma J. Smith. Survived by his wife of 48 years, Carole; children, Scott (Robin), Zoa Vicki, and Brad (Teri); grandchildren, Sarah, Matthew, Andrew, Rebecca, Spencer, and Tyler. Donations in memory of Jack may be made to Fore Hope, dedicated to making golf accessible for people with all disabilities, 925 Darby Creek Dr., Galloway, Oh. 43119. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements being cared for by the the COTNER FUNERAL HOME, Reynoldsburg.
SPEAKMAN Maria Victoria "Vicki" Speakman, age 48, passed away Monday at home after a courageous 11 year battle with breast cancer. Loving wife, mother, sister, daughter and long time teacher. Vicki served 26 years as a Spanish teacher at Grandview Heights High School, and was a member of St. Christopher Church. Preceded in death by mother Rosa Perez, brothers Alberto Perez Jr. and Jorge Perez. Survived by husband, Michael Speakman; daughter, Katie Speakman; son, Travis Speakman; father, Alberto Perez; brothers, Orlando (Idania) Ruiz, Luis (DeeDee) Perez, Miguel Perez (Yianni Vitellas); maternal grandmother, Piedad Gomez; mother-in-law, Mildred Speakman; sister-in-law, Patricia (Mike) Budd; brother-in-law, Paul (Lori) Speakman; several loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, 2002 at the JOHN QUINT & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 1177 West Fifth Ave. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. Thursday, June 6, 2002, St. Christopher Catholic Church, 1420 Grandview Ave. Fr. Arthur Wiles, Presider. Private family burial at a later date. THERE WILL BE NO PROCESSION TO THE CHURCH, FAMILY AND FRIENDS ARE TO MEET AT ST. CHRISTOPHER CHURCH. Donations to the Susan G. Komen Foundation for Breast Cancer (Komen Columbus) or Mt. Carmel Hospice.
