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DUCKWORTH Thomas G. Duckworth, age 84, Tuesday, September 24, 2002 at Pataskala Oaks Care Center. Founder of Duckworth Plumbing. Co-founder of Groveport Golf Club (The Willows), Knights of Columbus member, 50 year member of Southeast Lions Club, member of the Elks, Home Plate Club, past President of Mechanical Constractors Association of Ohio. Preceded in death by wife Eleanor and 10 brothers and sisters. Survived by 4 sons, Robert (Lesly), James (JoEllen), David (Angie) and Thomas (Cheryl); daughter, Diane (Dennis) Wright; 16 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. Friends received Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the MAEDER-QUINT-TIBERI FUNERAL HOME, 1068 S. High St. Prayer service 7:30 p.m. Thursday. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Friday at St. Leo Church, 221 Hanford St. Burial St. Joseph cemetery.
GLASSMAN Marvin L. Glassman, age 78, of Bexley, Oh., passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2002. Marvin attended Columbus and Bexley Public Schools and graduated from Kentucky Military Institute. He attended The Ohio State University and received the Purple Heart and various Combat Medals for his service in the U.S. Army/Air Force in the European Theater during WW II. Marvin served as a Treasurer and then as President of United Transportation/Yellow Cab. He was active in the community with the United Way, AAA Safety Council, Downtown Area Committee and the Columbus Traffic Commission. Marvin originated and developed with the Columbus Jaycees, "TV for PV" Television for Polio Victims at Children's Hospital. Marvin was a member of the board of Temple Israel, Heritage Village, Hebrew Union College, Family Service Association of America, and the Leo Yassenoff Jewish Center. He was a past President of the Columbus Jewish Federation, Temple Israel Foundation, Columbus Jewish Foundation, Columbus Jewish Family Service, International Taxicab Owners Association, Ohio Taxicab Owners Association, Columbus Taxicab Owners Association and Cerebral Palsy. Marvin was honored by the Columbus Jaycees in 1959 as Columbus Outstanding Man of the Year and by the Ohio Jaycees as Outstanding Man of the Year in the same year. In 1960, he received the Columbus Jewish Federation Young Leadership Award. Marvin was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years Amelia Edlis Glassman. He is survived by his children, Jeff and Sandy Glassman of Bexley and Jan Glassman and Joel Sowalsky of West Newton, Mass.; sister and brother-in-law, Diane and Robert Witt of Highland Park, Ill.; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Zara and Nathan Tabor, Effie and Robert Cohen of Pittsburgh, Pa.; as well as his 5 grandchildren, Erin and Matt Glassman, Adam, Emily and Joshua Sowalsky. Funeral service will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, September 27 at Temple Israel, 5419 E. Broad St. with Rabbi Arthur P. Nemitoff officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Temple Israel Renaissance Fund or charity of your choice. Arrangements by THE EPSTEIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 614-235-3232.
GREENE Timothy A. Greene, Sr., 65, passed away Monday, September 23, 2002 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. He was employed by Riverside Methodist Hospital, Rockwell International and McDonnell Douglas. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and went to Columbus North High School. Preceded in death by wife Barbara Jean Greene, parents James J. Green and Dorothea (Faller) Burke. Survived by sons, Tim A. (Susan Matney) Greene, Jr., and James E. Greene; granddaughters, Skylynn and Selena; brothers, Jimmy (Donna) Green, Terry Green and Gerald W. (Carol) Greene; sister, Sharon A. Groves; many nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, September 28, 2002 at Glen Rest Memorial Estate, 8029 E. Main St. Family will receive friends Friday from 6-8 p.m. at SCHOEDINGER NORTH CHAPEL, 5554 Karl Rd. Tim was an avid O.S.U. Buckeye Fan. "GO BUCKS".
HAFF, SR. Peter J. Haff Sr., age 83, of Worthington, OH died Monday, September 23, 2002 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. Survived by wife of 54 years, Alice; son, Peter J. (Pamela) Haff Jr. of Upper Sandusky, OH; daughter, Christine Prezioso of Columbus; grandchildren, Heather Haff (Kevin) Albanese, Melissa Haff and Emily Haff; brother, Harold W. (Pat) Haff of Ponte Vedra, FL. Preceded in death by parents and brother Charles E. Haff. Mr. Haff was retired from Grolier Society of New York City; one of the first to hold dual membership in both Pelham Lodge #716, Bronx, NY. and New England Lodge #4, Worthington. Member of Aladdin Shrine Temple and Scottish Rite, Valley of Columbus. Member of Worthington Shrine Club and past president of 1918 Club. A U.S. Army Air Corp veteran serving in the Pacific Theater during WW II. He was an avid Met's fan and enjoyed talking with family and friends on the telephone. The family will receive friends 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday at SCHOchoedinger Worthington Chapel, 6699 N. High Street (* mile South of I-270). Masonic service Thursday at 8:30 p.m. Funeral service 11 a.m. Friday, September 27, 2002. Interment to follow at Kingwood Memorial Park. The family suggests contributions to the Shriner's Burns Institute.
HENRY Daniel Lee Henry, 61, passed away September 22, 2002 at the Oasis of Hope Hospital in Tijuana, Mexico after a short battle with cancer. He was an Account Representative with Wayne Dalton. He is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Anna; children, Susan (Clark) Watson, Rob (Susan) Henry, Tim (Kelly) Rothgeb and Connie (Ron) Farabaugh; grandchildren, Ryan, Benjamin, Jacob, Owen, Foster, Milam, Faith, Olivia, Alex and Ashton; sister, L'Jean (Tim) Floyd; first wife, Barbara (Bill) Rothgeb; nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Robert R. and Naomi Henry, grandson Christian Robert Henry. Friends will be received Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at SCHEODINGER NORTH CHAPEL, 5554 Karl Rd., where the funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Friday, September 27, 2002. Rev. Richard Ellsworth officiating. Interment Greenhill cemetery, Johnstown, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the Oasis of Hope Hospital, Cancer Aid and Research Fund, P.O. Box 37099, Phoenix, AZ 85069 in his memory.
HILL Mattie P. Hill, age 77, passed September 22, 2002. Mrs. Hill will lie in state Friday 1-5 p.m. at DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long St. The family will receive friends Saturday 9 a.m. at Church of Hope United Methodist, 2935 Bulen Ave. (corner of Fairwood and Watkins Rd.), followed by funeral service at 10 a.m. Interment Green Lawn cemetery.
JARRELL Edna G. Jarrell, age 72, September 24, 2002 at Mt. Carmel Medical Center. Preceded in death by husband Sidney Jr. Survived by daughters, Glayds Jarrell and Linda McKibben; sons, Sidney III and Gerald; 8 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren. Visitation 6-8 p.m. Friday at the COOK & SON-PALLAY FUNERAL HOME, 1631 Parsons Ave. Family and friends will meet 11 a.m. Saturday at Pleasant cemetery, Mt. Sterling, Oh. for graveside service and interment.
KOSHIBA Alice Joan Clowe Koshiba, 75, of Columbus, Oh., Monday, September 23, 2002. Born August 30, 1927 to Alice Berenice Martz Clowe and Craven Clowe in Ft. Wayne, Ind. Preceded in death by husband Albert M. Koshiba. Survived by her sons, David A. Koshiba and wife, Linda of St. Louis, Mo., Jeffrey W. Koshiba and wife, Donna of Zanesville, Oh.; daughter, Carol L. Koshiba of Columbus, Oh.; sister, Mary Dearth and husband, Robert of Tucson, Ariz.; brother, Robert W. Clowe and wife, Patricia of Lancaster, Oh.; sister, Hazel J. Wagner and husband, Vernon of Reynoldsburg, Oh.; brother, Francis D. Clowe and wife, Phyllis of Lancaster, Oh.; sister, Rebecca A. Blake of Leominster, Ma.; 10 nieces and nephews; 13 great-nieces and nephews; 2 great-great-nephews. 1945 graduate of South High School. Alice was an active member of North Broadway United Methodist Church. She was a member of the church's Kitchen Committee, Over 50 Club, Ben's Bunch and the Wednesday Noon Group. Alice also was a Sunday School teacher. She was a lifetime member of the Riverside Methodist Sewing Guild #49 and a 57 year member of Beacon Chapter #593 (formerly R.T. King Chapter), OES. She was a leader for both the Cub Scouts and Blue Birds. Alice worked for Battelle Memorial Institute and retired from the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday at RUTHERFORD-CORBIN FUNERAL HOME, WORTHINGTON CHAPEL, 515 High St., Worthington, 614-885-4006. OES Service at 7:30 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, September 28, 2002 at North Broadway United Methodist Church, 48 East North Broadway, Columbus, Oh. 43214, where family will greet guests * hour prior to the service. Rev. Edwin Lewis officiating. Interment Union cemetery. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may contribute to the North Broadway Memorial Fund or to the church's Van Fund in Alice's memory.
LOUDERMILK Lester Eugene Loudermilk, age 66, of Milford Center, died after a courageous battle Tuesday, September 24, 2002 at Heartland of Marysville surrounded by his family. Born November 10, 1935 in Hilliard. Member Marysville Moose, Earth Angels Foundation, an avid NASCAR fan who has driven in races at Lima Speedway, Shady Bowl, Eldora and Powell race tracks. Enjoyed bowling, woodworking and never knew a stranger. Preceded in death by parents Addison Lee and Bonnie (Rigsby) Loudermilk, infant daughter Lavonna D. Loudermilk, brother Herman Loudermilk, sister Bonnie Cremeans. Survived by wife of 46 years, Evelyn (Schaffer) Loudermilk; children, Christopher (Carol) Loudermilk, Richwood, Celia (Michael) Roberts, Edgewood, Md., Candice (Matthew) DeMatteo, Milford Center; 11 grandchildren, Benjamin and Heather Loudermilk, Nisha, Vicki, Mick and Michelle Roberts, Estell Crabtree, Jr., Taleah, Ellen, Mattie and Matthew, Jr. DeMatteo; 4 sisters, Gladys (Marion) Kise, N.C., Leona (George) Burton, Milford Center, Wanda (Tom) Morlan, Marengo, Phyllis (Lowell) Wellman, Plain City; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, September 28, 2002 at FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, 202 E. Main St. (Rt. 161W), Plain City, where family will receive friends 5-8 p.m. Friday. Rev. Dwight Cimino officiating. The procession to the cemetery will be led by a race car driven by long time friend Vernon "Pappy" Schrock. Interment Forest Grove cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 870 Michigan Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215 or donors favorite charity.
LYONS Loetta "Dood" Pack Lyons, age 67, passed away September 25, 2002 at Grant Hospital. She loved Bingo, her grandchildren and her flowers. Survived by daughters, Saundra Mills and Jeanette (Danny) Copley; step-daughter, Faye (Marion) Brewer; brother, John (Mary) Pack; sisters, Charlotte (Larry) Messer and Louella Leonard; granddaughters, Tammy Pack, Michelle Mills and Danielle Copley, Christina and Miranda; grandsons, Chris (Paige) Copley and James Copley, and Jason; great-grandchildren, Noah Pack, Jacob Wess, Dustin McKinney, Tyler, Ashley and Brandon Copley. Preceded in death by brothers and sisters, including Virginia Lovins, Margie Harper, Bill Pack and Sheldon Pack. Friends may call at the O.R. WOODYARD CO. CHAPEL, 1346 S. High St., Friday 3-5 and 6-8 p.m., where the funeral service will be held Saturday 1 p.m. Interment Obetz cemetery.
MILLER Robert E. Miller, 84, of Washington C.H., died at 1:15 p.m. Tuesday, September 24, 2002 at Auburn Manor. He was a lifelong resident of Washington C.H. Mr. Miller was originally employed by the Washington Mortuary Supply Company in 1950 and retired in 1982 from Ferno-Washington Company. He was a member of the Fayette Lodge #107 F&AM, Valley of Columbus, Scottish Rite, Aladdin Temple Shrine, Washington Shrine Club, Washington Lodge #129, BPOE, Fayette Chapter #103 R.A.M. He was preceded in death by his wife Alleen Miller in 1991. He is survived by his daughter, Marilyn Miller of Columbus; sister-in-law, Helen Denen of Washington C.H. The funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, September 27, 2002 in the MORROW FUNERAL HOME, Washington C.H. Burial will follow in the Washington cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. on Thursday, September 26, 2002 at the funeral home. Masonic service will be at 8 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home.
McLEAN Elisabeth "Bettie" S. McLean, age 95, died September 24, 2002, Sunrise Assisted Living of Gahanna. Preceded in death by husband Lt. James W. McLean, USN, parents Dr. Henry J. and Emily E. Sommer and brothers Dr. Ferdinand C. Sommer and Col. Henry J. Sommer. Survived by daughter, Dr. Mari Margaret McLean; daughter-in-law, Ann W. James; niece, Dr. Margaret Sommer; nephew, Commander Henry J. Sommer, USN Retired; cousin, The Rev. Dr. Eugene Folden, Jr.; and several grand nephews and beloved cat, Taffy. Family to receive friends 12:30-2:30 and 6-8 p.m. Friday, September 27, 2002 at SCHOEDINGER NORTHEAST CHAPEL, 1051 E. Johnstown Rd., Gahanna. Memorial Service to be held 4 p.m. Wednesday, October 16, 2002 at St. Alban's Episcopal Church, 333 S. Drexel Avenue, Bexley, OH 43209. The Rev. Gwynneth Mudd, officiating. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Cat Welfare Association, 741 Wetmore Road, Columbus, OH 43214 or VistaCare Foundation, 4041 N. High St., Ste. 300, Columbus, OH 43214 in Bettie's memory.
NICHOLSON Mary Margaret Nicholson, age 87, formerly of Groveport, Monday, September 23, 2002 at Crown Pointe Nursing Home. Retired from the Milk Testing Department of the Columbus Health Department. Member Groveport United Methodist Church, Groveport Senior Citizens. Widow of Elmer C., 1957. Survived by sons, Dennis (Janice) Nicholson, Durham, N.C. and John (Margaret) Nicholson, Columbus; grandchildren, Cathy (Richard) Kaplan, Michael (Sarah) Nicholson, Kristin (Darin) Skinner, Stephen Nicholson and Jeremy Nicholson; 3 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by twin sister Evelyn Lenore Crow, 1982. Friends may call at the MYERS FUNERAL HOME, Groveport, Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. and then at the Groveport United Methodist Church, 1 hour prior to service Friday 11 a.m. Rev. Jim Meredith officiating. Interment Glen Rest cemetery.
PATRICK Evelyn C. Patrick, age 86, of Columbus, died September 25, 2002 at Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus. She was born July 1, 1916 in Freeport, Pa. to Willard M. and Nancy M. (Foster) Lockard. She had lived in Tarentam, Sarver and Grove City, Pa. before moving to Mt. Vernon, Oh. in 1929. She graduated from Mount Vernon High School in 1934 and from Asbury College, Ky. in 1938. She taught in the Mount Vernon School system for 6 years. She married
Howard H. Patrick of Sparta, Oh. on May 28, 1943. She and her husband served United Methodist Churches in Creston, New Concord, Akron Firestone Park and Orville, Oh. Their retirement years were spent in Mount Vernon, Oh. and Wesley Glen Retirement Center in Columbus, Oh. She is survived by 2 sons, Larry D. (Jenneil) Patrick of Seffner, Fla. and Dean R. (Joanne) Patrick of Longwood, Fla.; 1 daughter, Janet P. (Thomas) Goodwin of Hilliard; grandchildren, David, Lindsay and Mollie Patrick of Seffner, Fla. and Bradley and Matthew Goodwin of Hilliard; 1 sister, Marjorie (Harry) Snyder of Tallassee, Tenn.; and many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Rev. Howard H. Patrick in 2000, 2 brothers Rev. Glenn F. Lockard and Murray Lockard. There will be no calling hours. A Memorial Service will be Saturday 2 p.m. at the Mulberry Street United Methodist Church in Mount Vernon with Rev. Jack Dearth officiating. THE NORTH-DILLEY FUNERAL HOME, 212 N. Main St., Mount Vernon is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the Mulberry Street United Methodist Church, 205 N. Mulberry Street, Mount Vernon, Oh. 43050.
PEARRELL Harold P. Pearrell, age 85, Thursday, September 12, 2002 at his residence. Retired General Electric and Panic Lighting. Long time member and usher at St. Patrick Church. Volunteer at Mt. Carmel Medical Center. Preceded in death by mother Eunice M. Pearrell and brother Wilbur F. Pearrell. Survived by wife, Loretta Pearrell; children, Nona (Walter) Meyer, Margaret (Pete) Nicholson, June Rose Pearrell and Kenneth H. (Rita) Pearrell; Wallean Harris, Ronnie Moore, Charlene Logan, Judy Newland, George Moore, Rana Cupp, Michell Moore; grandchildren, Michael Meyer, Laura Fulton, Lisa Weisenberger, Jefferey and Douglas Childers, Stephanie, Kenneth J., Scott and Christine Pearrell; 14 great-grandchildren. Memorial Mass will be 10 a.m. Saturday, September 28, 2002 at St. Patrick Church, 376 E. Naghten St. Private Burial Harrison Township cemetery. In lieu of flowers friends who wish may contribute to ARC Industries, 250 W. Dodridge St., Columbus, Oh 43202. Arrangements by EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 403 E. Broad St. Condolences available at www.egan-ryan.com
PUTNAM Florence Putnam, age 88, of Upper Arlington. Preceded in death by husband James A. Putnam. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Bob abd Deana of Naples, Fla; and her daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Jim Ridolfo; grandchildren, Robbie Putnam of Fla, Marilyn (Paul) Collini, Gina, and great-granddaughter, Syrena Padilla, Jim (Bobbi), great-granddaughter, Jaime and Chad Ridolfo. Mark, Brad, and Mitch Alderman and family. The family requests that donations be made to Hospice at Riverside, 3595 Olentangy River Rd., Columbus 43214 in her memory. Memorial service to be held at a later date. SCHOEDINGER CLEVELAND AVENUE CHAPEL, in charge of arrangements.
ROGERS Eula Rogers, age 87, passed away Sunday at OSU East Hospital. Survived by long time companion, Green Milner; his children, Thomas, David, Glenn, Crystal, Connie and Tammy; her special adopted children, Linita, Kenny and Vernon Jr.; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Celebration of Life Service 12noon Friday, September 27, 2002 at J. MARTIN SMITH MORTUARY, 1173 E. Hudson St., 447-9383. Pastor Herman Noble officiating. Family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until time of service. Interment Evergreen cemetery. Funeral director, Jackie Smith.
SLAUGHTER (McCARROLL) Martha "Marty" J. McCarroll-Slaughter, 33, of Columbus, departed this life on Thursday, September 19, 2002. Marty was a member of Abundant Faith Church of God. Preceded in death by son Matthew J. McCarroll, grandfathers Robert L. McCarroll Sr. and Oscar L. Woods and grandmother Beaulah L. Woods. Survived by husband, Herman Slaughter; children, Stephanie, Isaiah, Adam and Neamiah; parents, Adelbert and Frances Woods; grandmothers, Martha L. McCarroll and Betty Woods; sisters, Marleana (William) Best and Carol Woods; brothers, Brian and Byron (Joyce) McCarroll, Gary Woods; close cousin, Jada M. Porras-Spivey (U.S. Navy, CA); a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral service Friday 7 p.m. at Holy Ground Outreach Ministries, 106 Delray St., where the family will receive friends 6 p.m. until start of service. Pastor Ethel J. Brown officiating. Interment Evergreen cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long St.
THOMAS George H. Thomas, 80, went home to rest September 23, 2002. Retired from General Motors after 32 years of service. Long standing member of the Cavaliers Club. Preceded in death by son Danny, mother Alice, brother Danny and sister Marion Barksdale. Survived by his loving wife, Margaret; son, Hal; 1 granddaughter, Danielle Thomas; niece, Tina Clark; cousins, Bush Mitchell and Elgetha Currington; a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral service Friday 2 p.m. in the chapel of DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long St. Mr. Thomas will lie in state Friday after 9 a.m. at the mortuary, where the family will receive friends 1 p.m. until start of service. Interment Green Lawn cemetery.
VERNON Marjorie M. Vernon, age 64, of Columbus, died Wednesday, September 25, 2002 at her home. She was a 20 year employee of the Millhon Medical Clinic. A 1955 graduate of Mifflin High School. She was preceded in death by her parents Paul and Evolenna Morris and grandchildren Shawn, Kindra and Tiffany Everts. Marjorie is survived by her husband, Tom Vernon; daughter, Debbie Everts, TN; sons, Eric Packard, Columbus and Erin Packard, Gahanna; step-son, Tom (Mary) Vernon, Jr., Ostrander; step-daughter, Julie (Ken) Gillum, Sunbury; grandchildren, Josh, Candi, Erica and Lucas; great-grandson, Caleb Packard; sisters, Jenny Ayers and Paula Savoia, both of Westerville and Joan Thompson, Columbus; several nieces and nephews and Tom Vernon's family in Mt. Carmel, PA. Margie will be remembered for being a loving mother and wife. Her strength and courage fighting cancer was heroic. Margie made friends with everyone she met and will be missed by all. Friends may call 5-8 p.m. Friday at SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Road. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 28, 2002 at Our Mother of Sorrows Chapel, 6440 South High St. with Fr. Craig Eilerman, Celebrant. Interment St. Joseph cemetery. Family to meet friends at the cemetery prior to the Mass. Adnumber=2718817 a\ --`TGGSPC:974.1566;@A?:75565;A:7:=98AORNVXVYUSQPPMIHMQIEK ddapxnZF?BHJFIA2&+889AOMEAEPSK?CUOKLOT
WALTERS Stephanie R. Walters, age 63, Tuesday, September 24, 2002 at her daughter's home. A graduate of Franklin University with a double Bachelor's Degree, she was an avid gardener and photographer and also served as a volunteer at Kobacker House. A member of Immaculate Conception Parish, this caring lady will be missed by many. Preceded in death by her parents Esther and Aloys Holler. She is survived by daughters, Christine Lynn (Brian) Copper, Amy (David) Weirick, Holly Jo Walters; son, Michael Raymond Walters; grandchildren, Kurt and Jenna Copper, Jacob and Michael Weirick; twin brother, Steven; brother, Michael Holler; special friend, Elizabeth Ann See; and her faithful dog, Buster. Friends may call Thursday 4-7 p.m. at the NOVAK FUNERAL HOME, 4476 N. High St., (2 blocks north of Henderson Rd.), 268-8811, where a prayer service will be held at 4 p.m. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday 10:15 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 414 E. North Broadway. Msgr. Anthony Missimi, Celebrant. Interment Resurrection cemetery. Contributions may be made to Kobacker House, 3595 Olentangy River Rd., Columbus, Oh. 43214.
WOLPERT Richard Lee Wolpert, age 75, passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2002. He was a retired farmer from Hilliard and lived on the farm where he was born. He loved Jesus, he loved his family and he loved to farm. He was a life long member of St. John Lutheran Church in Dublin, Oh. He is preceded in death by his father Paul, mother Emma, brothers Ronald and Harold. Survived by his wife of 49 years, Elverna; son, State Representative Larry Wolpert; daughter, Mary (John) Wayman; granddaughters, Courtney and Sarah; numerous nieces and nephews. He graduated from Hilliard High School, Class of 1945. His great-great-grandfather, Christian Wolpert settled in the Dublin-Hilliard area in 1848. 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 St. John Lutheran Church, 6135 Rings Rd., Dublin. Revs. David Reimann, Scott Giger, Gerald Heimlich and Steve Rice will be officiating. Interment Dublin cemetery. The family will receive flowers or contributions may be made to the St. John Lutheran Church Building Fund.
WOODS Patty Ruth Woods, daughter of the late Icen and Sylvia Harding departed this life on September 22, 2002. The youngest of three daughters, she was born in Glouster, Ohio on December 9, 1934. Upon graduation from Glouster H.S. she lived and worked in Athens, Oh. and Philadelphia, Pa. before finally settling and raising her family in Columbus, Oh. She retired from the State of Ohio - Human Services Department after 29 years of service. She was a faithful member of The Community of St. John the Evangelist and Holy Rosary Church. Her activities included being a member of St. Peters Claver Ladies Auxiliary, St. Cyprian Court #298; The Community of St. John the Evangelist and Holy Rosary Church service group; St. John food pantry; and a lector. Along with parents, she is preceded in death by her sister Wanda Harding, an Aunt Elizabeth Grey, an Uncle Edgar Grey. She leaves to mourn her, son, Stephen Woods; daughter, (niece) Sylvia Harding; sister, Betty Reavis; 2 grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of other relatives and many friends. Funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, September 28, 2002 at the St. John the Evangelist and Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 648 S. Ohio Ave. The family will receive friends 5-8 p.m. Friday at SCHOEDINGER STATE ST. CHAPEL, 229 E. State St. and Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of service at the church. A graveside service and interment will be held 2 p.m. Saturday at Green Lawn Memory Gardens in Nelsonville, Oh.
