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BURT Ruth Ester Burt, age 61, of Columbus, Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at her residence. Survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Alvin; mother, Mary Louise Lehtimaki of Columbus; children, Melissa Sue (Cecil) Hamilton of Centerburg, Sherrie Marie (Gary) Lester of Hilliard, Matthew Glen (Tracy) Burt of Rockwell, NC, Michael Glen (Emily) Burt of Columbus; 8 grandchildren; brother, Kenneth Melvin DeLong of Columbus; sister, Darlene Mae (Richard) Johnson of Dunedin, FL; step-brother, Orry William "Butch" (Robin) Lehtimaki of Troy, IL; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Friends may call 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday at the TIDD FUNERAL HOME, 5265 Norwich St., Hilliard. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Friday at the Salem Baptist Church, 5862 Sinclair Rd., Columbus, Oh. Matthew Burt and Gary Lester officiating. Interment Northlawn cemetery, Westerville, Oh. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in care of the Tidd Funeral Home.
CHERRY Lucius H. Cherry, Jr., age 43, Monday, August 12, 2002 at the Mt. Carmel East Hospital. Preceded in death by father Lucius H. Cherry. Survived by his loving mother, Dorothy Cherry; children, Shonna Ingle, Jeffery Madison, Jerime Ingle, Deanne, Marcus, Lucius III. and Tina Cherry, Amanda (Paul) Payne, Dorothy (Maurice) Mitchell, Joeanne, Richard (Tracey) and Nakia Cherry, all of Columbus, OH., Raymond (Robin) Cherry of Austine TX.; step-brother and sisters, Jessie Fallins, Jr. of Los Angeles, CA., Gary Miller of Atlanta, GA., Donna Williams, Bernadine, Kevin and Tony Fallins of Columbus, OH.; 5 grandchildren; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends; special friends, Ronald Kellem, Booker and Timmy Singer. Funeral 1 p.m. Friday, August 16, 2002 at the chapel of C.D. WHITE & SON FUNERAL HOME, 1217 Mt. Vernon Ave. Elder Kenneth Clark, Officiant. The family will receive friends from 12noon until the time of service. Interment Evergreen Burial Park.
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.
CROW William F. Crow, age 68, of Reynoldsburg, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2002 at his residence. William was born in Cleveland, Oh. to William H. and Frances L. (Ferguson) Crow who preceded him in death. Retired after 33 years as an Avionics Engineer for Rockwell International and its predecessor North American Aviation. During that time, he worked on electronic integration programs and testing plans for many aircrafts. After retiring from Rockwell, he worked as a consultant for Sparton in New Mexico and Snow Aviation in Columbus. Received his BSEE Degree from the University of Dayton. Survived by wife, Marjorie (Conaway); daughter, Sharon (Kenneth) Rastatter of Hilliard; son, Darren (Sonya) Crow of Columbus; grandchildren, Olivia and Valerie Rastatter, Jared and Mason Crow. Visitation Monday 6-8 p.m. at NEWCOMER-FARLEY FUNERAL HOME, 3047 E. Dublin-Granville Rd., Columbus. Funeral service will be Tuesday 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Private family inurnment. Fr. Denis St. Marie officiating. The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorials be given to charity of choice. Messages of condolences can be left at www.funeralvalue.com.
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.
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, passed away Monday, August 12, 2002 at Grant Medical Center. He was retired from Sager Buick and formerly a Boy Scouts Master in W.Va. He is predeceased by parents Daniel and Martha Turner Elmore, sons Charles Thompkins and Willie Elmore, daughter Ernestine Elmore Wyche, brothers Ernest, Walter, Eddie and Joe Elmore, sister Clara Mae Elmore and grandson Shawn Groce. Survived by wife, Aretha Dixon Elmore; daughters, Phyllis (Walter) Whitfield, Columbus, Esline (Ernest) Ferrell, Elyria, Oh., Victoria Elmore, Shelia (William) Taylor and Patricia Bruce, all of Columbus; step-daughter, Crystal (John) Howze; step-son, Willie Ray Roberts III, all of Sandusky, Oh.; brother, Lester (Betty) Elmore, Cleveland, Oh.; sisters, Dannie Tanks and Peri (Clarence) Campbell, all of Columbus; 12 grandchildren; 20 plus great-grandchildren; brothers-in-law and sister-in-law, Rodney Dixon and Maxine Willis, both of Austintown, Oh. and George See Jr., Columbus; many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Celebration of Life Service 2 p.m. Friday, August 16, 2002 at Original Glorious C.O.G.I.C., 2030 Joyce Ave. Bishop George Steele officiating. Family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until time of service. Interment Eastlawn cemetery. 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., Rosary 3 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.
FERRELL Rhea M. (Wilson) Ferrell, age 74, passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2002 at her home in Reynoldsburg, after a lengthy illness. She retired from Reynoldsburg KMart, was a member of Reynoldsburg Ladies Auxiliary V.F.W. and was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband Roland T. Ferrell, parents Carl and Florence Wilson, grandparents Cornelius and Rhea Knodel. She is survived by her daughters, Karen (Chuck) Lemley, Londa Carpenter, Mary (Sam) Wimer and Patricia (Neal) Simmermon; sons, James, David (Sandy) and Mark Ferrell; 8 grandchildren; 1 great-granddaughter; sister, Norma (Lee) Price; brother, Richard (June) Wilson; many other relatives and friends. Her family will receive friends Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the COTNER FUNERAL HOME, 7369 East Main Street, Reynoldsburg, where her service will be Friday at 12 p.m. Interment Wesley Chapel 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.
HUGHES Glenwood R. Hughes Sr., age 60, passed Sunday, August 4, 2002 in Lakewood, Colo. Veteran of U.S. Marines Corps. Survived by children, Patrice Hughes of Columbus and Glenwood Jr. of Ft. Riley, Kan.; brothers, Odell (Joyce), Cogene, Jessie and Jimmie (Cosie) Hughes, all of Columbus, Clyde, John, Earl and Ben Hughes, all of Martinsville, Va.; sisters, Frances (Carl) Tubbs of Detroit, Mich., Katie Preston of Martinsville, Va., Shirley Young, Saundra Roland and Deatrice Simmons, all of Columbus, Oh. Homegoing service Friday 12noon at Trinity Baptist Church, 461 St. Clair Ave. Rev. Victor Davis officiating. Mr. Hughes will lie in state Friday after 10 a.m. at the church, where the family will receive friends 11 a.m. until start of service. Interment Glen Rest Memorial Estate. Service entrusted to DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long St.
JOHNS Anna "Melba" Valentine Johns, age 75, was called home to be with the Lord Saturday, August 10, 2002 at OSU Medical Center. She was a member of Pleasant Green Baptist Church where she served as an usher, in the Pastor's Service Club, and as a church trustee. Retired from AEP as the Head Switchboard Operator. She is predeceased by parents Sidney and Nannie Horton Valentine, husband Melvin G. Johns, step-daughter Vicky L. Joe, brothers Joseph and George Valentine and sister Mable Valentine Denham. Survived by step-children, Steven R. Johns and Lynn Francis; brothers, Harold Valentine, Ferguson, NC, Alvin (Victoria Patterson) Valentine; nieces/daughters and nephews/sons, Jacqueline L. Denham, Columbus, Julia M. (Harold) Smith, North Hills, CA, William F. Denham, Studio City, CA, Margo Denham, Melba E. Denham, both of Los Angeles, CA, John Denham Jr., Pasadena, CA, Vera A. Cabell, Columbus, Mark E. Denham, LaPuente, CA, Ronald E. Denham, Gary, WV, Wayne E. Denham, Columbus, Rita A. Denham, Los Angeles, CA and Olivia K. (Terry) Eason, Rochester, NY; dear friends, Mabel (Galey) Hodge, Ruby (Frank) Hamm and Rose Bradford; many great-nieces and nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Homegoing Celebration 11 a.m. Friday, August 16, 2002, Pleasant Green Baptist Church, 2089 Cleveland Ave., where family will receive friends Thursday 7-9 p.m. Pastor Earl Strother officiating. Interment Glen Rest Estates. Arrangements by J. MARTIN SMITH MORTUARY, 1173 E. Hudson St., 447-9383. Funeral Director Jackie Smith.
KINDIG Owen R. Kindig, age 78, passed away Monday, August 12, 2002 at his home in Newark, Oh. He was beloved by many for his humor and compassion. Owen is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Margaret "Peg"; daughter, Karole Anne Doran of Louisville, Ky.; son, O. Richard Kindig Jr. of Newark, Oh.; 4 granddaughters, Emily Crisan, Rebecca Koreny, Rachel and Lydia Kindig. Also survived by brother, Martin of Indianapolis, Ind.; 3 sisters, Clarice Miles, Joan Cook and Margaret Goss, all of Ind. Owen served in the U.S. Navy Medical Corps in Okinawa in WW II. He was an electron microscopist research associate at OSU Veterinary Pathobiology for 25 years, retiring in 1988. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2002 at Rutherford-Corbin Funeral Chapel, 515 High St., Worthington. Family will receive visitors from 1-3 p.m. with the memorial tribute at 3:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to Hospice of Central Ohio, 1984 Coffman Rd., Newark, Oh. 43055 or the Columbus Bible Students Ecclesia, P.O. Box 24271, Columbus, Oh. 43224-9944, where Mr. Kindig studied and served as an elder for 40 years. The anchor of his faith was God's love for all people - both ransom and restitution for all.
KRAMER Patricia Kramer, age 76, of Powell, Wednesday, August 7, 2002, at Arlington Court. Retired from the Safety Department of City of Columbus. Preceded in death by husband Edward T. Kramer and sister Laura Hylton. Survived by sister, Janet (Roger C.) Perry of Powell; nieces, Patricia (Norberto) Viamonte, Claudia (John) Vance, Kathleen O'Connor and Rebecca (Fred) Damsen; and nephews, David (Becky) Perry and Michael (Cynthia) Perry. Memorial Service 2 p.m. Saturday, August 17, 2002 at RUTHERFORD-CORBIN FUNERAL HOME, WORTHINGTON CHAPEL, 515 High St., Worthington, Oh. Rev. Terry Heck, officiating.
LONG Edith Marie Sherer "Edie" Long, age 77, of Bexley, passed away peacefully in the presence of her family, August 13, 2002. She was preceded in death by her parents the Rev. William and Gertrude Sherer and her sister Ruth Hueter. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Dr. Charles E. Long; children, John (Nancy) Long, Suzi (Larry) Michaels, Jeff (Betsy) Long, Nancy (Jeff Boehm) Long; grandsons, Adam, Ben, Brandon, Nathan, Steven and Greg; and brother, Paul Sherer. She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church for more than 50 years, where she served as a Shepherd. A graduate of Capital University, Edie served as office manager for husband's medical practice. She enjoyed spending time with her family and many friends. She had a lifelong love of baseball, and was a devoted fan of the Columbus Clippers. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, August 16 at Christ Lutheran Church, Bexley with Rev. Thomas Hudson officiating. Friends may call Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., SCHOEDINGER EAST CHAPEL, 5360 E. Livingston Ave. Interment Green Lawn cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Christ Lutheran Church, 2314 E. Main St. Columbus, Oh. 43209 or Capital University, 2199 E. Main St., Columbus, Oh. 43209.
