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ARMSTRONG Don W. Armstrong, age 87, of Dublin, died Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at Riverside Methodist Hospital after a brief illness. Don was originally from Zanesville, where he was a member of Grace Methodist Church and sang in the choir for many years. Don graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware in 1937 and was a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. Don served his country in World War II in the Pacific campaign as a communications officer. He left the Navy a Lieutenant Senior Grade. After the war, Don returned to Zanesville to build his business, American Business Forms, and to help raise his three daughters. Don was a 32nd degree Mason, member of Aladdin Temple Shrine, and a Rotarian. Don was preceded in death by his parents David and Blanche Armstrong, first wife Ruth Loebell Armstrong, sister Frances Geiger, sister-in-law Betty Collins and brothers-in-law Fred Geiger and George Skinner. He is survived by his wife, Hennrietta "Hank" Armstrong of Dublin; sister, Betty Skinner of Zanesville; first cousin, Peg Taylor of Zanesville; brother-in-law, L. Maurice Loebell of Westerville; daughters, Ann (Bruce) Littlegreen of Houma, LA, Pam (Jay) Collins of Paducah, KY, and Nancy (Eric) Graves of Newbury Park, CA. He also leaves grandchildren, Curtis, Jill (Robert), Cary (Brandi), Jane (Peter), Beth, Keith and Drew; great-granddaughters, Elisabeth, Lillian and Farrah; step-daughters, Jo (Mike) Albert and Nancy (Ken) Lazar; step-grandchildren, Michael (Laura), Sara and Matthew; brothers-in-law, Jack (Deena) Hurt of Wooster, OH and George (Helen) Hurt of Indianapolis, IN; and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call 7-9 p.m. Thursday at SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Road. Funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Friday, August 16, 2002 at Northwest United Methodist Church, 5200 Riverside Drive, where friends may call from 12Noon Friday until time of service, Rev. William Hunter officiating. Interment 3:30 p.m. Friday at Memorial Park cemetery on Military Road in Zanesville. If desired, donations may be made to a charity of your choice or to Northwest United Methodist Church, Columbus, OH 43220, in his memory.
BALL Dorothy E. Ball, age 90, passed away Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at her home. She was a retired Gahanna school teacher. Member of St. Pius X Catholic Church, St. Pius X Senior Citizens and Rosary Group and Ohio Retired Teachers Association. She is preceded in death by her hsuband Albert M. Ball. She is survived by daughter, Barbara (Ball) Virella, Whitehall; nephews, Jim Crimmel, Frenchtown, N.J. and Howard Crimmel, Succasunna, N.J.; sister-in-law, Mrs. Helen Jeanette Crimmel, Kenvil, N.J.; 5 grandnieces and nephews. Her family will receive friends Friday from 5-7 p.m. at the COTNER FUNERAL HOME, 7369 E. Main St., Reynoldsburg. Funeral Mass will be Saturday, August 17, 2002 at 10 a.m. at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 1051 S. Waggoner Rd., Reynoldsburg.
BIGGS John G. Biggs, age 76, of Columbus, Oh., passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2002 at Grant Medical Center. He was a faithful member of Grace Chapel Community Church in Westerville. John leaves behind his loving wife, Joyce Biggs; children, Brad (Cheryl) Biggs, Lisa (Scott) Huddleston and Clay Biggs; grandchildren, Isaac and Daniel Huddleston and Brandon Biggs; other family and friends. Funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Monday, August 19, at SCHOEDINGER EAST CHAPEL, 5360 E. Livingston Ave., where family will receive friends from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday. Entombment Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens Mausoleum. Pastor Jim Meacham, officiating. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may contribute to the American Cancer Society, 870 Michigan Ave., Columbus, OH 43215-1165 or Hospice at Riverside and Grant, 3535 Olentangy River Rd., Columbus, OH 43214-3998 in John's memory.
BLADES Mary Katherine Blades, age 100, died August 14, 2002 at Columbus Health Care Center. Preceded in death by husband Clayton, son Clayton Jr. Survived by daughter, Lucille (Harold) Weisenberger; son, Glenn (Shirley) Blades; numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews, friends and families. Friends may call at JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME, 2693 W. Broad St., Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where service will be held 10 a.m. Monday. Pastor Terry Jesse oficiating. Interment Green Lawn cemetery. Family would like to thank the personnel at Columbus Health Care Center.
BOYD Darline L. Boyd, age 77, of Gahanna, died Wednesday August 14, 2002 at Mt. Carmel Medical Center. Survived by husband, James Boyd; sons, James (Janell) Boyd of Durham, NC, Robert (Teri) Boyd of Frazeysburg and Thomas (Michelle) Boyd of Strongsville; daughters, Sharon Maxwell of Centerburg and Susan (Don) Shields of Bellefontaine; step-daughter, Charlene Amateau of Beverly Hills; 13 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; brothers, William (Ruby) Mannon and George Mannon of Ironton; sister, Irene Holland of Columbus. Graveside Funeral Service and Interment 1 p.m. Saturday, August 17, 2002 at Mifflin Township cemetery. In lieu of flowers, friends may contribute to the Children's Hospital Foundation, 700 Children's Drive, Columbus, OH 43205, in her memory. Arrangements by the SCHOEDINGER NORTHEAST CHAPEL. E-mail expressions of sympathy to dboyd8@schoedinger.com.
BRECKENRIDGE Mary M. Breckenridge, age 77, passed away Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at The Pickerington Nursing Home. Retired from the American Cancer Society. Member Golden Moose Lodge 11, VFW Post #495 and Triangle Chapter #592 OES. Preceded in death by husband Howard, sister Pat Wright, brother Chuck Hubbard. Survived by daughters, Rita (Alan) VanSickle, Karen (Jack) Powers, Carla (Ed) Ebright; grandchildren, Brian (Jody) Holter, Shane Holter, Erin (Barry) Grizzle, Carrie and David Ebright; great-grandchildren, Allison and Haley Holter, Ayla and Sierra Grizzle; brother, John Hubbard; brother-in-law, Frank Kline; and nieces and nephews. Friends may call at JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME, 2693 W. Broad St., Friday 5-8 p.m., where service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday. Interment Green Lawn cemetery.
BUCK Cora M. Buck, age 68, of Columbus, passed away Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at Mt. Carmel West. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Lawrence; daughter, Carla J. (James) Carr; son, Larry Buck; sister, Norine Campbell; grandchildren, Dustin, James Jr. and Taylor. Funeral service 10 a.m. Saturday, August 17, 2002 at SCHOEDINGER-NORRIS CHAPEL, 3920 Broadway, Grove City. Interment at Green Lawn cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Friends if they wish, may contribute in Cora's memory to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 182039, Dept. 013, Columbus, Oh. 43218.
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.
CASTLE Ross S. Castle, age 91, formerly a longtime resident of Columbus, died Wednesday, August 14, 2002 at his daughter's home in Akron, Oh. He retired as regional vice-president for The Mill Mutuals Insurance Company following 49 years of service. He was preceded in death by his wife Doris (Bellis) Castle in 1977. Ross is survived by his son, Richard Castle of Holmes Beach, FL; daughter, Judy Castle of Akron, OH; grandsons, Michael (Carla), Douglas (Mary), all of Columbus, Marc (Traci) of Dallas, TX and Jeffrey (fiancé, Patricia) of Akron; great-grandchildren, Annie Castle, Leslie Castle, Zachary Castle and Olivia Castle; sister, Ann (Don) Martin of Des Moines, Iowa. He was a member of Glenwood United Methodist Church, Hilltop Kiwanis Club, West Gate Lodge #623 F&AM, Scottish Rite and Aladdin Temple Shrine. Funeral service will be held 11:30 a.m. Monday, August 19, 2002 at SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Road, where friends may call after 9:30 a.m. Monday until time of service. Dr. Francis Hitch officiating. Interment Union cemetery. Those who wish may contribute to Hospice of Summa, 444 N. Main Street, Akron, OH 44310, in his memory.
FERGUSON Sheral Lynn (Wilson) Ferguson, age 42, of Westerville, Wednesday at her residence. Graduate of Whetstone High School, received her B.S. In Education at The Ohio State University and Master's in Education from Otterbein College. Teacher for 18 years in the Worthington School District 5th Grade at Worthington Park Elementary. Member of St. Paul Catholic Church. Survived by loving husband, Scott K.; children, Kacie N. and Sean M.; parents, Arthur B. and Leota F. Wilson of Columbus; sister, Carol (Mike) Nelson of South Lyon, MI; brothers, Dr. Bret A. Wilson of Huber Hts., OH and Craig (Patty) Wilson of Grandview Hts., OH; 8 nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the HILL FUNERAL HOME, 220 S. State St., Westerville, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Saturday at St Paul Catholic Church, 313 N. State St., Westerville. Interment Blendon Central cemetery. In lieu of flowers, friends may contribute to American Cancer Society, 900 Michigan Ave., Columbus, OH 43215-1165 in her memory.
FISK Eva M. Fisk, age 96, Wednesday, August 14, 2002 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. Resident of Arlington Court Nursing Home. Retired from Western Union. Member of Columbia Heights United Methodist Church, McDowell Senior Citizens, Corinthian Chapter #393 OES and Areme Club #2. Preceded in death by nephew James E. Fisk. Survived by nieces, Judy Fisk, Joan (Bill) Gillespie and Beverly (Jeff) Rannebarger; 4 great-nephews; 1 great-niece; 2 great-great-nephews and 1 great-great-niece; brother-in-law, Leo B. Mason; sister-in-law, Irene Fisk. Visitation 1 hour prior to service Saturday 11 a.m. at the O.R. WOODYARD CHAPEL, 255 East State St., Columbus, Oh. Pastor A. Gail Sims officiating. Interment Forest Lawn cemetery.
HAWK Eleanor Lehne Hawk, age 99, of Upper Arlington died on July 26, 2002 in the First Community Village Health Care Center. She was a member of First Community Church for 74 years and a member of Guild E. During her lifetime, she was active in the Red Cross, with over 42 years service, and the Columbus Cancer Clinic. She served on the clinic's board of directors, was a member of Crew 8, and brought the "Reach to Recovery" program to central Ohio. She received the 1984 Senior of the Year Award from the UA Civic Association. She and her husband were two of "The 30 Who Made a Difference Over 30 Years" First Community Village award in 1993. She was preceded in death by her husband Howard and her daughter-in-law Merna. She is survived by her son, Tom (Connie) Hawk; 3 grandsons, Bob (Cindy), Dave (Regan) and Jim (Connie) Hawk; 6 great-grandchildren, Christi, Catie, Ethan, Tracy, David, and Lauren; several nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Her Life will be held Saturday, August 17, 2002 at 10:30 a.m. in the Burkhart Chapel of First Community Church, 1320 Cambridge Blvd. Arrangements by SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Road. Contributions may be made to Columbus Cancer Clinic, 65 Ceramic Drive, Columbus, OH 43214.
HOBSTETTER Ralph Frederick Hobstetter, age 92, of Columbus, died Wednesday, August 14, 2002 at Wesley Glen Health Center. He was born in Portsmouth, Oh. on October 13, 1909, the son of George Valentine and Elizabeth Young Hobstetter, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Lillian Tieman Hobstetter, whom he married
October 7, 1933; daughter, Dr. Lynne Hobstetter; and a favorite cousin, Dr. Marie Young Murray of Slingerlands, N.Y. Mr. Hobstetter graduated from Portsmouth High School and attended The Ohio State University. He retired from The Watson-Hill Company after 33 years of service. Prior to that employment, he was a supervisor with the Ohio Bureau of Unemployment Compensation. He was a member of The Overbrook Presbyterian Church where he served on the Boards of Deacons and Trustees, and also as church treasurer. He was an Emeritus Life Associate of the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA). Member University Lodge #631, F&AM, York Chapter #200, RAM and Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Columbus. Mr. Hobstetter was a longtime member of the Beechwold Pharmacy/Smith's Deli coffee gang, where he enjoyed many good friendships. Friends may call at the SOUTHWICK-GOOD FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3100 N. High St., Friday 5-7 p.m., where funeral will be held Saturday 11 a.m. Rev. William Leety officiating. Interment Union cemetery. Contributions if desired may be made to The Deacon's Fund at Overbrook Presbyterian Church, 4131 N. High St., Columbus, Oh. 43214.
HOOVER Roberta K. Hoover, 65, of Columbus, died August 14, 2002 in Mt. Carmel East Hospital. She was born December 18, 1936 in Ravenswood, W.Va., the daughter of Arthur and Lavenah (Snyder) Bowman. She was retired from Crane Plastics. She was preceded in death by her parents and daughters Laura Himes and Wendy Hoover. She is survived by her daughters, Debra Hoover of Reynoldsburg, Kimberly Hoover of Columbus and Shawn Thomas of Lake Helen, Fla.; grandchildren, Phil, Spencer, Luke, Matt, Brett, Andrea, Loyal III, Willard, Lindsey and Josh; great-grandchildren, Ben, Alex, Christopher, Haleigh and Jacob; sisters, Janet Barton and Lenore Gloyd of Columbus; brothers, Clark Bowman of N.C. and Victor Bowman of Ashville. Funeral service will be held 1:30 p.m. Saturday, August 17, 2002 at the WELLMAN FUNERAL HOME, Ashville. Burial will be in Harrison Twp. cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
HOWARD Helen Louise (Sletvold) Howard. Preceded in death by husband of 51 years Curtis Guy Howard. Survived by son, Curt G. Howard and wife, Carol; daughter, Ann Langlois and husband, Curt; 7 grandchildren, Lori, Daniel, Jenny, Bryan, Danielle, Kristin and Nicholas; sister, Marilyn Pocock and husband, Robert. Graduate 1940 of North Dakota State University. Home Ec. teacher, Galion, Oh., Grandview Heights H.S. and Columbus Schools. Member Kappa Delta Sorority, Phi Kappa Phi, University Chapter #462 OES, American Legion Auxiliary Post #82. Member Christ Church Anglican Episcopal. Family will receive friends on Sunday, August 18, 2002 from 1-3 p.m. at WEIR-AREND FUNERAL HOME, 4221 N. High St. (3 blocks south of Henderson Rd.), where service will be held on Monday 11 a.m. Fr. Michael Cochran officiating. Interment Union cemetery. Friends who wish may contribute to the charity of their choice.
HURD (BAKER) Mildred M. Baker Hurd, 80, of Columbus and formerly of Marysville, died Wednesday, August 14, 2002 at Doctors Hospital West. A homemaker, she was a former member of the Marysville Evangelical Friends Church and during her life enjoyed collecting antiques with her husband Max. She was born May 23, 1922 in Marysville to the late Andrew and Maude Pierson Baker. She was married
November 30, 1941 to Max E. Hurd. He preceded her in death January 8, 1989. She is survived by her sons, Jon R. Hurd of Sante Fe, N.M., Ronald A. (Sandi Lugger) Hurd of Galloway and Steven J. Hurd of Columbus. Calling hours will be Friday from 6-8 p.m. at the INGRAM FUNERAL HOME, 975 N. Maple St., Marysville, where funeral service will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Saturday with the Rev. James Taylor officiating. Burial will follow at Oakdale cemetery.
JONES Ida Jones, age 81, Friday, August 9, 2002 at the residence. Arrangements by C.D. WHITE & SON FUNERAL HOME, 1217 Mt. Vernon Ave.
LAYTON Bertha Mae Layton, age 49, was called home to be with the Lord, Thursday, August 8, 2002 at Mt. Carmel West Hospital. She was a member of Bibleway Holiness Church and employed with MCL Cafeteria. Predeceased by father George Bentley, step-father David Grant, uncles Roger and Eddie Lester. Her memories will be cherished by mother, Ozzie Lester Grant; husband, Larry Layton; sons, Anthony (Teresa), Timothy and Christopher Layton; 3 grandchildren; sisters, Mary Carolyn and Georgia Mae Bentley, both of Birmingham, Ala.; uncles, Billy (Anita) Lester, Atlanta, Ga. and Larry Lester, Birmingham, Ala.; nephews, Roderick and Michael Bentley; many cousins, other relatives and friends. Celebration of Life Service 1 p.m. Saturday, August 17, 2002 at J. MARTIN SMITH MORTUARY, 1173 E. Hudson St., 447-9383. Family will receive friends from 12noon until time of service. Interment Eastlawn cemetery. Funeral director, Jackie Smith.
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.
LORAH Charles Lorah, age 98, Wednesday, August 14, 2002 in Columbus. Retired from State of Ohio Auditors office with 32 years service. Preceded in death by wife Pauline. Survived by sister, Cathrine Kinney; nieces, Donna (Ron) Holman, Bea (Bob) Finch, Marcia (Ron) Dice and Sharon Leonard; nephew, Roger (Vicki) Kinney; great-nephews, Dana Scott (Hillary) Holman, Craig (Amy) Holman, Todd (Lara) Holman, Nathan Kinney, Brain Leonard, Hewitt Finch, Craig Finch and Bobby Finch; great-nieces, Avery and Liane Dice and Melissa Kinney; numerous great-great-nieces and nephews. Friends may call THE SHAW-DAVIS FUNERAL HOME BEECHWOLD-CLINTONVILLE CHAPEL, 4341 N. High St., Saturday from 8:30-9:30 a.m., where funeral service will follow. Interment Fountain cemetery, Fostoria, Oh.
MERTENS Arthur A. T. Mertens, age 88, of Marengo and formerly of Columbus, Oh., died August 14, 2002 at Logan Health Care Center. Prior to retirement he worked as a machinist at Jaeger Machine Company for many years. He was a 50 year Mason (Magnolia Lodge) and a 76 year member of the West Park United Methodist Church in Columbus, Oh. Preceded in death by wife Olive. Survived by 2 sons, Charles and Donald of South Bloomingville, Oh.; daughter, Jeanette (George) Godfrey of Clearwater, Fla.; 2 brothers, Karl and John Mertens of Columbus; 5 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren. Friends may call Saturday 9:30 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at GRAUMLICH & SON FUNERAL HOME, 1351 S. High St. Pastor Bob Iddings officiating. Graveside service to follow at Green Lawn cemetery, where his final resting place will be with his mother and father. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to Logan Health Care Center in Arthur's memory, 300 Arlington Ave., Logan, Oh. 43138. MASONIC SERVICE 10 a.m. Saturday.
