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COX Hildred V. Cox, of Columbus, left our world to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at St. Ann's Hospital. She was born July 20, 1915 in London, Oh. to the late David and Eva Jeffers. She was self-employed with her husband, Willard "Bill" Cox at the Golden Bear Hardware Store. She spent 21 years of retirement in Bonita Springs, Fla. and was a member of the Anchor Christian Church in Bonita Springs. Her survivors include her loving husband of 66 years, Willard "Bill" Cox; daughter, Barbara Carey; son and daughter-in-law, Gene and Darylene Cox, all of Columbus; 5 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and many friends. A funeral service will be held 1:30 p.m. Friday, August 16, 2002 at the RUTHERFORD-CORBIN FUNERAL HOME, WORTHINGTON CHAPEL, 515 High St., Worthington with Pastor Patrick Mauger officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset cemetery, Galloway, Oh. The family will welcome friends from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the Beechwold Christian Church, 280 Morse Rd., Columbus, Oh. 43214. "Hildred, you will live on through our children and you were always by my side".....Bill.
CREAMER Donald W. Creamer, 76, of Grove City, died Sunday August 11, 2002 in Mt. Carmel Medical Center. He was a 1943 graduate of Central High School. Retired serviceman for Columbia Gas, member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church and Quarter Century Club. Preceded in death by parents Wilbur and Edna Creamer, brother Howard Creamer. Survived by loving wife of 57 years, Martha; children, Debbie Creamer, Grove City, Bruce (Vicki) Creamer, Galloway and Donn (Janet) Creamer, Ray, OH.; grandchildren, Sarah, Andrew, Derek and Lacy Creamer; sister, Betty J. Evans, Columbus; numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the SCHOEDINGER-NORRIS CHAPEL, 3920 Broadway, Grove City, where service will be held Thursday 1 p.m. Rev. Mark Diemer officiating. Interment Concord cemetery. Contributions may be made to The American Heart Association. Visit www.schoedinger.com to send email condolences to the family.
DILLARD Earnest H. Dillard Jr., Friday, at his residence. Retired employee DSCC and Lazarus. Veteran USAF. Survived by loving wife of 43 years, Joan D. Dillard; his children, Earnest II (Kathy) and Twyla Dillard, both of Columbus, Dawn (Mark) Thomas of Ala.; his parents; 2 brothers, 4 sisters, 5 sisters-in-law, grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Friends may call Thursday 6-8 p.m., EVANS FUNERAL HOME, 4171 E. Livingston Ave. Funeral mass Friday 10 a.m., Christ the King Catholic Church, 2777 E. Livingston Ave. Fr. James W. Jones celebrant. Interment St. Joseph cemetery. Prayer service Thursday 7:30 p.m.
DiRIENZO On Monday, August 12, 2002, Ivo DiRienzo, age 54, of Powell, Oh., passed away in his wife's arms, in their dream home that he built. Co-owner of the Highlands Company. Preceded in death by father Emilio DiRienzo and father-in-law Alberico Lalli. Survived by loving wife of 33 years, Clara (Lalli) DiRienzo; son, Marc and daughter-in-law, Casey of Chapel Hill, N.C.; son, Chris and fiance, Melissa Opperman of Columbus, Oh.; mother, Maria DiRienzo of Italy; brother, Enrico (Paula) of Italy; sister, Bianca (Felix) Milano; mother-in-law, Elena Lalli; sister-in-law, Vanda (Mike) Costantiello; brothers-in-law, Mike Lalli, William (Lela) Lalli, Bob (Toni) Lalli; business associate and friend, Joe Patacca; and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and many, many friends. Family will receive friends Thursday, August 15, 2002 at the JOHN QUINT & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 1177 West Fifth Ave. from 4-9 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 8:30 p.m. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. Friday, August 16, 2002 at St. Christopher Catholic Church, 1420 Grandview Ave. Burial St. Joseph cemetery.
ELMORE Webster Elmore, age 77. Homegoing Celebration 2 p.m. Friday, August 16, 2002, Original Glorious C.O.G.I.C., 2030 Joyce Ave. Visitation 1 hour before. Arrangements by J. MARTIN SMITH MORTUARY, 1173 E. Hudson St., 447-9383. Funeral Director Jackie Smith.
ERWIN Robert P. Erwin, age 80, of Columbus, died Sunday, August 11, 2002 at Grant Hospital. Member of St. Catharine Catholic Church since 1958, Far East Side CCL Group, Bexley BAC, Seniors Malibu racer. Retired from Ohio Fire and Safety Company (1951-1986), 4th Degree member Knights of Columbus. Staff Sergeant, Army Air Force, WW II (David, Panama). Preceded in death by wife Rosemary Federer Erwin, parents Desser and Mary Essemaker Erwin, sisters Frances, Alberta and Polly. Survived by children, Dr. Mary (Howard) Groshell of Jacksonville, Fla., Teresa (Larry) Dindia of Mentor, Robert (Joni) Erwin Jr. of Canal Winchester, Bill (Jean) Erwin of Pickerington, Carol (Dave) Laymon of Dublin, Rosalie Limpert of Vanlue, Paula (Rudy) Guerra of Dublin, Joseph Erwin of Fla.; grandchildren, Megan and Whitney Rellahan, Laura and Michael Dindia, Stephanie, Elizabeth and Blake Erwin, Bill Jr., Susan, Jim, Jennifer, Katie, Ann Marie and Kelly Erwin, Carolyn and Brittany Laymon, Kristen and David Limpert, Nicole Bell, Erin, Joe and Michelle Guerra, Desser Erwin; brothers, Willard (Irene) Erwin of Phoenix, William C. (Ginny) Erwin of Columbus, Vern (Evelyn) Erwin of Columbus; numerous other relatives, cousins, nieces and nephews. Friends may call Wednesday 7-9 p.m. and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 403 E. Broad St. Funeral Mass Friday 10 a.m., St. Catharine Church, 500 S. Gould Rd. Entombment St. Joseph cemetery.
ESTEP Omer Estep, age 67, Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at his residence. Retired from Norfolk & Western. Survived by wife, Lyda; children, Rick Estep, Vickie Exman and Vicky True; step-children, Dean Gilkerson, Judy Taylor, Gary Grimm, Charlotte Dix and Kim McIntosh; many grandchildren, including Jade Taylor; sisters, Phoebe McKinney and Hazel Lee; many nieces and nephews, including Joann Daugherty. Friends may call Thursday 6-8 p.m. at EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME EAST CHAPEL, 4019 E. Livingston Ave. Funeral Service Friday 11 a.m. at Forest Lawn cemetery Chapel. Entombment Forest Lawn. Friends who wish may contribute to Mt. Carmel Hospice, 793 W. State St., Columbus, Oh. 43222. Condolences available at www.egan-ryan.com.
FAIELLA Sistino Faiella, 88, of Columbus, Oh., passed away August 11, 2002 at Kobacker House, Hospice at Riverside/Grant, with his family by his side. Sistino was born in Columbus, Ohio March 30, 1914, where he lived his entire life. After graduation from Central High School, he served in the United States Army attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. While stationed at Fort Hayes, Ohio he married
the love of his life, Sittemia Mary Altieri on November 20, 1944, in Cecil, Pennnsylvania. They shared 58 years together, blessed with two children, Jim and Wilma and five grandchildren. Sistino loved his church and the country of his parents, Italy. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Italian Catholic Church, SFI, ITAM Club, and the Amici D'Oro. Sistino lived a life of singular grace and compassion, gentle and kind to every person in his path. His smile will be missed by all of his family and many, many loyal friends. He is preceded in death by his parents Concezio and Vilamina Faiella of Introdacqua, Italy, and infant son and daughter, his sister Wilma Pollina, brothers-in-law John Faiella, Richard Potenza, Ray Quint and Dan Hollern. He is survived by his wife, Sittemia; his son, James Eugene Faiella and wife, Elizabeth of Orlando, Fla.; his daughter, Wilma Lee Shockley and husband, Mike; his grandchildren, Megan Shockley, Jeffrey Faiella, Nicole Faiella Rappa and husband, Tony, Peter Gulden, David Gulden; and his sisters, Genevra Faiella, Rose Potenza, Lillian Quint, Mary Hollern, and JoAnn Mangia and husband, Bud; brother, Elmo Faiella and Martha Ruoff; and brother–in-law, Nick Pollina; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. The family would like to express its sincere appreciation for the kindness of the friends who have supported and cared for us, especially the staff of Kobacker House. Family will receive friends at the JOHN QUINT & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 1177 West Fifth Avenue on Tuesday, August 13, 2002, from 2-9:00 p.m. Prayer Services: SFI 7:15 p.m., Amici D'Oro. 7:25 p.m., ITAM 7:30 p.m., and Wake Prayer Service 8:30 p.m. Funeral Mass 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 14, 2002 at St. John the Baptist Italian Catholic Church, 720 Hamlet St., Fr. William Faiella, Celebrant and Fr. William A. Metzger, Con-Celebrant. Interment St. Joseph cemetery. Friends who wish may contribute to Hospice at Riverside and Grant, 3595 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, Ohio 43214.
FAUST Jack L. Faust, age 77, whose nine lives finally came to an end, died Sunday, August 11, 2002 at his residence. Retired in 1985 as Co-Owner of Cappy's Pizza and was also retired from the Westinghouse Corp. Veteran U.S. Navy, where he served in WW II. Member St. Stephen the Martyr Catholic Church. Preceded in death by loving wife of 57 years Catherine. Survived by daughter, Pat (Bob) Capuano; grandchildren, Taura (Rosario) Auddino, Nick (Stephanie Martin) Capuano and Michael (Kay) Capuano; great-grandchildren, Carley, Michael, Antonio and Dominic Auddino; brothers, Paul Faust and Dale (Ida) Faust; sister-in-law, Sophia Althauser; numerous other family and friends. Friends may call at JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME, 2693 W. Broad St., Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service 11 a.m. Thursday, Our Mother of Sorrows, 6440 S. High St. Msgr. Colby Grimes, Celebrant. Interment St. Joseph cemetery.
FOOTE James E. Foote, age 79, of Fairfield Glade, Tenn., formerly of Columbus, Oh., passed away August 10, 2002 at home after a lengthy illness. Born August 15, 1922 in Danville, Ill. to Edward and Elma (Smith) Foote. Most recently, Jim was employed by Dorchester Golf Club where he thoroughly enjoyed meeting residents and visitors to Fairfield Glade. Prior to moving to Tenn., Jim had retired from Marathon Oil, Findley, Oh. and Torco Pest Control in Columbus. Throughout his lifetime, Jim was active in community service, particularly through Kiwanis both at the local and state levels in Oh. and Tenn. He was a 50+ year active member of the Aladdin Temple Shrine in Columbus and served many years in the Aladdin Temple Marching Foot Patrol. He was also a member of the Royal Order of Jesters. The activities of fund raising including the yearly Shrine circus brought him great pleasure and benefited the Shriners Children's Hospitals. Mr. Foote also served during WW II in the U.S. Navy. Jim is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Donna M. (Wendel) Foote; daughters, Pamela Rosen of Columbus, Penny Farrar and son-in-law, Michael Farrar of Grove City; grandson, Joshua Musick and fiance, Meta Brown of Madison, Wis.; grandson, Ethan Farrar; granddaughter, Molly Farrar; sister, Wilma Cox of Dayton, Oh.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many, many friends. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2002 at 10 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church in Fairfield Glade. There will be no visitation. Jim's family wishes to express their sincere gratitude for the loving care given to him by Hospice. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to Hospice of Cumberland County, 30 E. Adams St., Crossville, Tenn. 38558 or to the Shriners Hospitals for Crippled Children and/or the Burns Hospital, 3229 Burnet Ave., Cincinnati, Oh. 45229 in Jim's memory.
HAIN John Henry Hain, 79, born May 11, 1923, departed this Earth on Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at Kobacker House. A current member of Maize Manor Methodist Church where he was active in the "Methodist Men" Club. A past member of South Methodist Church. He graduated from South High School, Columbus, Ohio, Class of 1941 and actively served as an alumni class treasurer. A graduate of Franklin University, Columbus, Oh., in Business, and attended OSU for 2 years were he was a member of Kappa Sigma. A WW II "Armed Guard" Navy Veteran. He retired in 1985 after 35 years of service from Nationwide Insurance Co. Survived by wife of 53 years, Barbara Jean (Houghn) Hain; daughters, Holly (William) Weber of Marysville, Oh., Marcia Hain of Columbus, Paula (Barney) Spiggle of Plant City, Fl, Dorla (Michael) Tobey of Powell, Oh.; son, David (Pearl) Hain of Ashland, KY.; granddaughters, Tara (Brad) Gilbert, Jody and Audrey Weber, Jessica and Kelly Tobey, Jenine Hain; grandsons, Alan Tobey and Jacob Hain; cousins, Mary Saunders and Ada Belle (Edward) McLaughlin; nieces, Meredith (Paul) Hixon and Jan (Robert) Bishop; grandniece, Maggie and grandnephew, McKenzie. Preceded in death by parents Jesse and Doris Hain, mother and father-in-law Marshall and Laura Houghn, sister and brother-in-law Rachael and Charles Jones. A funeral service will be held 5 p.m. Thursday, August 15, 2002 at SCHOEDINGER NORTH CHAPEL, 5554 Karl Rd., where family will receive friends Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. and Thursday from 3–5 p.m. Rev. James Freshour officiating. Private family interment. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice at Riverside and Grant, 3535 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, Oh 43214.
HAYWARD Elizabeth Browning (Libby) Hayward, born in New Philadelphia, Oh., May 24, 1924, went to be with the Lord August 11, 2002. She is survived by her husband of 33 years, John W. Hayward and loving children, Tom (Sandy) Hadder, Lynda Williams, Greg (Kathleen) Hadder, Jim (Linda) Hayward and Mike (Victoria) Hayward. "Mimi" will be dearly missed by her 9 grandchildren, Stephan, Ian Michael, Tim, Noelle, Branden, Trenton, Kristin, Marcy and Erin. She also leaves behind her sister, Sally Strine of Issaquah, Wash. and many other dear family and friends. She was preceded in death by her brother Charles Browning. Libby graduated from New Philadelphia High School and received her B.S. in Education from The Ohio State University in 1946. She taught typing and English at Medina Junior High, Linden McKinley and South High School. In her earlier years, she was a dedicated equestrian, raised horses, and was a swimmer. Libby was devoted to raising her three children. Later, she was an avid golfer, and enjoyed all of her grandchildren. She will be remembered by all for her generous nature towards people as well as animals. Friends may call 6-8 p.m. Thursday, August 15, 2002 at SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Road. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, August 16, 2002 in the Burkhart Chapel at First Community Church, 1320 Cambridge Blvd. Rev. James Long will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Capital Area Humane Society, 3015 Scioto Darby Executive Ct., Hilliard, OH 43026 or to American Cancer Society, 870 Michigan Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215, in her memory.
HILL Charles J. Hill, 72, of Wildwood, Fla., formerly from Westerville, died Monday, July 1, 2002. Retired Account Manager with Continental Insurance. He was a member of the VFW, Knights of Columbus and a U.S. Navy Veteran. Survived by his loving wife, Barbara; sons, Brian (Pam) of Medina, Oh., Christopher of Richmond, Va.; daughters, Deborah (Ray) Smock of Columbus, Kathleen (Joe) Fleming of Brecksville, Oh., Karen (Richard) Romito of Itra, Italy; sister, Joan Kafer of N.Y.; 8 grandchildren; numerous nephews and nieces. Memorial Service to be held at St. Paul Catholic Church of Westerville, Friday, August 16, 2002 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Hospice Foundation of Blake and Sumter Inc., 12300 Lane Park Rd., Tavares, Fla. 32778-9972.
HORN Mrs. Beulah E. Horn, age 75, died Wednesday, August 7, 2002 of natural causes. Preceded in death by husband Thomas D. Horn. Survived by children, Laraine Powell of Avery, Ga., Larry Horn of Ostrander and Steven Horn of Columbus; grandchildren, Tracy Horn of Westerville, Stacy Horn of Blacklick, Amanda Horn of Columbus, Stephanie Horn of Columbus and Nathan Horn of Columbus; brothers and sisters, Vesta Ginther, Nina Vincent, Lyman Newkirk, Guy Newkirk and Richard Newkirk. Ashes will be at Sherwood Memorial Gardens, Madison, Oh. There will be a family and friends get together in Blendon Woods Metro Park, Shad Blow area, Friday 5:30-10 p.m.
KEPLAR Hazel Lenora Keplar, 81, of Columbus, passed away, Sunday, August 11, 2002 at Edgewood Manor. She is preceded in death by husband Leroy. Survived by children, James (Karen) Keplar, Marilyn Diana (Harold) Perri and Sharon (Kenneth) Roddey; grandchildren, Tammy, Capricia and James Andrew; 4 great; grandchildren; sisters, Bernice Brooks and Anna Harkless. A funeral service will be held 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 14, 2002 at SCHOEDINGER NORTH CHAPEL, 5554 Karl Rd., where family will receive friends Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. Rev. Fred Ketner officiating. Interment Union cemetery.
LEIS Our beloved Ross O. Leis, age 100, passed away peacefully at his home in Upper Arlington on Sunday, August 11, 2002. Mr. Leis was a retired C.P.A., Attorney and Partner of the Columbus office of Ernst & Ernst (now, Ernst & Young). He was born February 21, 1902 in Farmersville, OH, the youngest of 7 children, and was a graduate of Miami University and The Ohio State University, College of Law. Mr. Leis was an active member of the American Institute of CPA's, Ohio Society of CPA's, Ohio State Bar Association, Newcomen Society, Ohio State University Faculty Club, Ohio State Alumni Association, OSU Buckeye Club, First Community Men's Group, Red Cross Clara Barton Society, and the Republican National Committee. He was preceded in death by his wife of 36 years, Margaret Brown Leis, in 1981. Surviving him are his daughter, Diane Knepper of San Diego, CA; grandchildren, Terri Knepper of Chattanooga, TN, Matt Knepper of Pomeroy, OH, and Bill Knepper of Phoenix, AZ; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. A funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, August 15, 2002 at SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Road, where friends may call from 10-11:30 a.m. Thursday. Interment will be at Green Lawn cemetery. Those who wish may make contributions in the memory of Ross O. Leis to Rainbow Nation Foundation, 2004 Harrison Ave., San Diego, CA 92113 or a charity of their choice.
LINDSLEY Ronald "Fuzzy" Lindsley, age 68, of New Metamoras, Oh., entered into eternal rest on August 11, 2002. Ronald retired from Westinghouse with 35 years of service. Preceded in death by his parents Gerald and Mildred and son Earl. Those left to cherish his memory are wife, Martha; children, Ronda (Marvin) Corns, Corliss (Dean) Cunningham, Wendy Snyder, Cheryl (Gary) Miller, Ronald Jr. and John; 13 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and many loving extended family members and friends. Funeral service 10 a.m. Thursday August 15, 2002 at SCHOEDINGER EAST CHAPEL, 5360 E. Livingston Ave., where friends may call from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday. Interment Franklin Hills Memory Gardens. Pastor Adelbert Winegardner Sr. officiating. Friends who wish may send contributions to OSU Heart Research Institute, 473 W. 12th Ave., Suit 200, Columbus, Oh. 43210.
LOWER Michael T. Lower, member of Liberty Presbyterian Church, age 83, of Powell, Oh., passed away Sunday, August 11, 2002 at his residence. Survived by wife, Mary; sons, Michael A. Lower of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. and David L. and wife, Karen Lower of Delaware, Oh.; grandsons, Chad (Mandee) and Jason Lower; brother, James (Matilda) Lower of New Matamoras, Oh.; nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by father John and mother Maud, three brothers Albert, Frank and John, three sisters Barbara Lower, Emily McFeely and Judy Jones. Mr. Lower was a graduate of Kent State University and a retired administrator from the Columbus Public Schools after 33 years of service. A life member of Ohio and National Congress of P.T.A. A U.S. Army veteran serving in the Pacific Theater during WW II. Member of East Gate Lodge #603 F.& A.M., past District Deputy Grand Master; Aladdin Shrine Temple, Shrine Past Master Unit; Worthington Shrine Club, Scottish Rite, Temple Chapter #155 R.A.M., York Council #115 and Past Patron of University Chapter O.E.S. Celebration of Life Service 2 p.m. Wednesday, August 14, 2002 at Liberty Presbyterian Church (Old Chapel), 7080 Olentangy River Road, Delaware, Oh. Rev. Dr. David A. Redding presiding. In lieu of flowers, friends may contribute in his memory to, Shrine Burn Hospital, 3229 Burnett Avenue, Cincinnati, Oh. 45229. Arrangements by SCHOEDINGER WORTHINGTON CHAPEL.
