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MARTIN Sharon Lynne Martin, age 64, passed peacefully following a valiant battle with inflammatory breast cancer (IBC). She was preceded in death by her parents Wilbur and Mary Yorde. Sharon will be deeply missed by her husband of 46 years, Ernest E. Martin; children, Joseph Wilbur, Martin, Susan D. Martin, Alisa A. Martin-Scott and Lynne M. Martin; daughter-in-law, Barbara Layne; sons-in-law, Justin Scott and William Minkler; grandsons, Brock Minnear, Caleb Scott and Andrew Layne; brother and sister-in-law, Will and Marianne Yorde; close friends, Robert Griffith, David and Beth Kiser and the Quality Data family and a host of dear family and friends. The family would like to express their eternal gratitude for the knowledge, compassion and respect that Dr. Thomas Sweeney and his staff shared with our mother and family. We would also like to thank the staff of Riverside Hospital 7 North Oncology floor for their kindness and gentle care. Friends may call Friday 5-8 p.m., EVANS FUNERAL HOME, 4171 E. Livingston Ave., where service will be Saturday 9:30 a.m. Pastor Robert I. Halsey officiating. Interment Forest Lawn cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations to the Riverside Foundation (Breast Health Project) or the Wexner Heritage Center.
NEWMAN Kenneth L. Newman, age 68, August 4, 2002 at Grant Medical Center. Employed at United Cerebral Palsy for 15 years. Preceded in death by parents Lester and Sarah Newman and brother Dayle Newman. Survived by step-sister, Joanne Cooper of Zanesville, Oh.; niece, Lavonne; cousin, Esther Stafford; special family, Barbara Lester and children, Vickyie, Valerie, Vondell and Preston; and many other family and friends. Friends may call Thursday, August 8, 2002 at CROSBY FUNERAL HOME, 2323 E. Fifth Ave., after 5 p.m. where family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to time of service 7 p.m. Rev. Vaughn Cook officiating. Private interment.
NORTHRUP Margine Rowena Northrup, 87, passed away Saturday, August 3, in Los Angeles, Calif. She was born in Washington Court House, Oh., February 9, 1915 to John and Christena Weyer, the youngest of nine children, and resided in north Columbus for 60 years. Following graduation from Ostrander High School in 1934, she entered Capital Beauty School, becoming a beautician and teacher. Preceded in death by her husband Therwyn Northrup. She is survived by their daughter and son-in-law, Chris Kay and Bernard Roswig of Culver City, Calif.; many nieces and nephews. Funeral service 10 a.m. Saturday, August 10, 2002 at RUTHERFORD FUNERAL HOME, 2383 North High Street (at Maynard Ave.), Columbus, where friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday. Interment Green Lawn cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to LifeCare Alliance (Meals on Wheels), 1699 West Mound St., Columbus, Oh. 43223.
PACK Phyllis Daphene Pack, age 72, Monday, August 5, 2002. Attended Parsons Avenue Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband Arnold and brother Jack Williams. Survived by son, Tony Pack (Catherine); grandchildren, Greg, Jamie and Amber; step-grandchildren, Amanda, Robin and Aaron; great-grandchildren, Kayla, Hunter, Jasmine and Alex; sister, Helen Ormerod of Ky.; sister-in-law, Naomi Williams of Dayton; uncles, Orville Chandler and James Chandler; nieces, nephews and cousins. Graveside service Friday 1 p.m. at Franklin Hills Memory Gardens. Rev. Jesse McLeod officiating. Arrangements by O.R. WOODYARD CO. CHAPEL.
PEREL Charlie Perel, age 88, passed away peacefully Monday, August 5, 2002 in Cape Town, South Africa. A loss of a true gentleman of integrity. It was an honor and a privilege to have you as a father. Deeply mourned by his heartbroken son, Mel (Pearl) Perel; daughter, Anne Bernberg; grandchildren, Lindsay and Daniel Perel and Mark and Trevor Bernberg. Funeral in South Africa.
PETTIS Bernice Pettis, age 61, Saturday, August 3, 2002 at the Mt. Carmel Medical Center. An employee of Chemical Abstract for over 30 yrs. A member of Mt. Vernon Ave. A.M.E. Church. Preceded in death by parents, Emmons B., Sr. and Mable Irene Payne. Survived by her husband, Morris Pettis; daughter, Ramona Fulgham; grandchildren, Jasmine, Brandy and Bryan; great-grandchild, Makiah; sisters, Shirley (Charles) Rhodes, Phyliss (Willie) Tucker, Sharon (Eddie) Cornelious; brothers, Emmons, Jr. (Barbara), David (Shirley) and Paul (Grace) Payne. sisters and brothers-in-law, Myrtle Brown, Herman Pettis, Dora (Bob) Clopton, Annette Powe and Dee (Catherine) Pettis; many other relatives and friends. Funeral 8 p.m. Friday, August 9, 2002 at the Mt. Vernon Ave. A.M.E. Church, 1127 Mt. Vernon Ave. Rev. William S. Wheatley, Officiant. The family will receive friends from 7 p.m. until the time of service. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by C.D. WHITE & SON FUNERAL HOME, 1217 Mt. Vernon Ave.
PHELPS Amelia M. Phelps, nee Kaltenecker, passed from this earth on August 7, 2002. Born December 26, 1906, in Parkersburg, WV, to John and Susanne Kaltenecker, she lived a rich and full life. She was a member of Nu Sigma Nu, St. Catharine Church Choir, Mt. Carmel Women's Auxiliary and the Catholic Golden Age Club. Amelia is preceded in death by her loving husband of 63 years Darwin Keller Phelps, sisters Clara Ruble and Estella Spaetti and brothers John and Christy Kaltenecker. Surviving her are daughters, Mary Sue Baxter (L. Kenneth), Rebecca Kimberly (Bob Stabile) and Sara Phelps (Sauer). She dearly loved her grandchildren, Christine Baxter Ansel, Jenifer Baxter (Joe) Montenaro, Barbara Baxter (Bob) Stoll, Nathan, Katherine, Elizabeth Sauer; and great-grandchildren Joe, Aaron, Ben, Andrew, Emilie, Meghann, Molly, Matt and Mark. Mom was blessed to have devoted caregivers, Vivian Estell and Cora Christian, who lovingly and faithfully cared for her. Mom has given all of us strength and wonderful memories. A special thanks to Fr. Vincent McKiernan of the St. Thomas More Newman Center and Hospice nurses and volunteers. Family will receive friends at the JOHN QUINT & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 1177 West Fifth Avenue on Thursday. August 8 and Friday. August 9, 2002 from 7-9 p.m. both days with a prayer service 8 p.m. Friday evening. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. Saturday, August 10, 2002 at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 473 S. Roys Ave. Fr. Carmen Arcuri, Presider. Interment St. Joseph cemetery. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may contribute to Mt. Carmel Hospice, Columbus Alzheimer's Care Center or Central Ohio Radio Reading Service.
RAUSCH Lew G. Rausch, age 91, Tuesday, August 6, 2002 at Birchwood Care Center, Cincinnati, Oh. Co-Owner Rausch Bros. Hardware and later employed with Grove City Lumber. Member St. John Lutheran Church, West Gate Lodge #623, F&AM, Hilltop Kiwanis. Winner of many senior citizen's woodworking awards. Preceded in death by wife Alice, brother Paul Rausch, sister Bertha Lear. Survived by children, Geoff (Nancy) Rausch and Judy (Howard) Warner; grandchildren, Beth (James) Roth, Matthew Rausch, Richard (Kristen) Warner, Geoff (Bonnie) Warner and Susan (Jeff) Rayner; great-grandchildren, Kelsie, Alison, Bennett, Brandon, Kyle, Rachael, Sarah, Lauren, Andrea and Morgan; sisters-in-law, Carrie Lou Rausch and Lucy Hoy; many nieces, nephews, good friends and neighbors. Friends may call at JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME, 2693 W. Broad St., Friday 3-5 and 7-9 p.m., then after 11:30 a.m. Saturday at St. John Lutheran Church, 2745 W. Broad St., where service will be held 12:30 p.m. Saturday. Pastor Thomas Phillips officiating. Interment Oak Dale cemetery, Marysville, Oh. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John Lutheran Church, 2745 W. Broad St., Columbus, Oh. 43204.
RICE Georgia M. Rice, age 80, of Columbus, Wednesday, August 7, 2002 at The Convalarium at Indian Run. Preceded in death by husband Billy J. Rice and daughter Christine M. Rice and survived by daughter, Billie J. (Howard) Willson, Dublin; son, Harry (Kay) Rice, Galena, OH; 9 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; sisters, Delores McGee, Johnstown, OH and Patty (Bud) Darst; special friend, Judy Dehman. Graveside Service will be held later. Arrangements by RUTHERFORD-CORBIN FUNERAL HOME, WORTHINGTON CHAPEL, 515 High Street, Worthington, Oh.
RIFFLE Larry A. Riffle, age 58, passed away early in the morning on August 7, 2002 at Mt. Carmel West Hospital in Columbus, Oh. He passed peacefully in the comfort of many beloved family and friends. Larry served in the Army Reserves and was retired ironworker of Local #172. He was a member of Humboldt Masonic Lodge #476 and Moose Lodge #206. Larry was preceded in daeth by brother Gene, sisters Bernice, Betty, Mildred, Lillian and Violet. He is survived by daughter, Tracy; former wife and friend, Phyllis; sister, Juanita; brother, Harry; and many loving nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Thursday, August 8 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at MILLER FUNERAL HOME, 2697 Columbus St., Grove City, where funeral will be held Friday, August 9 at 1 p.m. Rev. Mark Jordan officiating. Interment Obetz cemetery.
ROSS Iris L. Ross, age 78, of Lake Worth, passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2002 in Boca Raton, Fla. Iris was born and raised in Columbus and was a graduate of South High School in 1942. Iris is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Donald W. Ross; sons, Donald (Martha) Ross Jr. of Fla. and Roger (Lynn) Ross of Calif.; 3 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Shirleyanne Potter. A funeral service will take place on Monday, August 12 at 11 a.m. at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Lake Worth, Fla. with Rev. William Hamilton officiating. Entombment will follow the funeral at Boca Raton cemetery. Friends may call at TILLMAN FUNERAL HOME, 2170 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach, Fla. on Sunday, August 11 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. If you wish to share a few memories with the Ross family, please do so by going to our web page obituary tab, www.tillmanfuneralhome.com.
SHAMAN Reva Goldberg Shaman, age 91, after a long fight with Alzheimer's disease, died peacefully at Four Corners Health Center in Durango, Colo. on Sunday, August 4, 2002. Preceded in death by husband Sol D. Shaman of Columbus, Oh. Survived by daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and Marvin Dworkin of Durango, Colo.; grandchildren, Stacey and William Bie of Cincinnati, Oh., Davidah and Victor Groves of Denver, Colo. and Stephen Samuels of San Diego, Calif.; great-grandchildren, Mitchel and Reed Bie of Cincinnati, Oh. Reva and her husband, Sol Shaman, owned Topper Supply Company on South High Street for 30 years. Reva was confirmed from Temple Israel and remained, until her illness, a devoted and active member of the Sisterhood, Sunday School, and Temple Foundation. Reva was very proud of her civic affiliations and life memberships. Some of the more dearest to her were: B'nai Brith International, Hillel Foundation, Hadassah, Council of Jewish Women, Jewish War Veterans, Wexner Heritage Village, Jewish Historical Society, and the Jewish Community Center. She also supported community organizations such as The Ohio State University, City of Hope, Kidney Foundation, The Columbus Symphony, and the Cancer Society. Whenever Reva received a plea for help, she contributed gladly either by volunteering her services or financial gifts. Reva touched the lives of everyone she met and her legacy of gifts will remain to benefit the people of Columbus for many years. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, August 8, 2002 at SCHOEDINGER EAST CHAPEL, 5360 E. Livingston Ave., where family will receive friends from 1-2 p.m. Interment will be at Green Lawn cemetery. Shiva observed Thursday evening at 7 p.m. at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alan Katz. The family wishes memorials to be sent to the Temple Israel Reva Shaman Cultural Fund, The Sol Shaman Cancer Fund of OSU, Alzheimer Society, or the organization of your choice.
SWIFT Walter A. Swift, age 67, Thursday, August 1, 2002 at his residence. A member of Bethel Baptist Missionary Church. United States Air Force Veteran. Retired employee of CAMACO. A member of Of Franklin Lodge #203, Olentangy Lodge #521 and Antlered Guard Dept. Faithful member of IBPOE of Elks of the World for over 50 years. Preceded in death by parents, Adolphus Swift and Carrie Harris. Survived by his wife, Anne P. Swift; loving companion, Anita Leatherbury; brother, Adolphus (Sheila) Swift, Jr. of Calif.; sister, Betty Boron of Denver, CO.; stepson, Anthony Siero; daughters, Betty (Anthony Williamson) and Loeleatae Swift; 3 step-children; 15 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; many other relatives and friends. Funeral 1 p.m. Friday, August 9, 2002 at the Bethel Baptist Church, 245 N. Monroe. Rev. Irving C. Sowell, Officiant. Elk service 12:30 p.m. The family will receive friends from 12noon until the time of service. Interment Green Lawn cemetery. Arrangements by C.D. WHITE & SON FUNERAL HOME, 1217 Mt. Vernon Ave.
ALLEN Channing E. Allen, age 29, of Dublin, Saturday, August 10, 2002. Survived by parents, Cheryl and Theodore; 4 sisters; 4 brothers; 4 nieces; 2 nephews; other relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Friday at St. Peter Church, 6899 Smoky Row Rd. Friends may call 7-9 p.m. Thursday at RUTHERFORD-CORBIN FUNERAL HOME, WORTHINGTON CHAPEL, 515 High St., Worthington, Oh. Burial Resurrection cemetery.
ALTIERE Robert W. Altiere, age 76, of Gahanna, died Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at the Dayton Veteran's Hospital. Veteran WW II, U.S. Army. Former Airport shuttle driver for APCOA. Preceded in death by grandsons Antonio Altiere and Nicholas Ward. Survived by wife of 52 years, Eileen Altiere; sons, Robert L. (Peggy) Altiere of Williamsburg VA and Thomas W. (Heidi) Altiere of Utica; daughter, Amelia (Terry) McClary of Gahanna; grandchildren, Melissa (Rich) Baldwin, Elizabeth Altiere, Amelia Altiere, Anthony McClary, Robert McClary, Robert Bowling and Donny Bowling; great-granddaughters, Alexis and Savanna Baldwin; sisters, Jeanette (Basil) McGee, Frances (Gale) Shinnaberry and Pauline McLaughlin; brother-in-law, Frank Stoffel; nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. Thursday at the SCHOEDINGER NORTHEAST CHAPEL, 1051 East Johnstown Road, Gahanna, where the Funeral Service will be held 10 a.m. Friday, August 16, 2002. Interment Northlawn Memory Gardens. E-mail expressions of sympathy to raltiere8@schoedinger.com.
BUTTS Gertrude "Peggy" Butts, 95, of Laurelville, died August 13, 2002 at her residence. She was born March 20, 1907 in Hocking County, the daughter of Reuben and Beatrice (Watkins) Ebert. She was a member of the Pleasant Ridge C.C.C.U. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Floyd Butts, sons Eugene and Jack Lenegar, daughter Evelyn Lenegar, brothers Ralph, Lee, Rudolph and Lester Ebert and sisters Bess Thompson, Pearl Scott, Doris Harris and Irene Mattox. She is survived by her son, Bob (Louise) Butts of Laurelville; daughters, Peggy (Therrell) VanCuren of Circleville and Connie (Claude) Weaver of S. Bloomingville; step-daughter, Eloise (Bob) Bolanger of Ft. Myers, Fla.; grandchildren, Teresa (Mike) Smith, Mike and Tom Butts, Caressa (Andy) Walters, Scott (Jennifer) VanCuren and Matthew (Tonya) VanCuren, all of Laurelville, Cindy (Steve) Circle of Gallipolis, Rex (Teresa) Hardman of Circleville and Kerry (Sherrie) Hardman of Mesa, Ariz.; 10 great-grandchildren; 4 step-grandchildren, Charlyn, Johnny, Bob and Scott; 6 step-great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, August 17, 2002 at the Pleasant Ridge Church. Burial will be in Green Summit cemetery. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the WELLMAN FUNERAL HMOE, Laurelville and 1 hour before the service at the church. Peggy will be missed at her special seat at Pleasant Ridge Church but Heaven will be enriched with her presence. She was an inspiration to everyone and was known as Grandma Butts to many. She started at the age of 70, walking 5 miles in the church's annual walkathon with sponsers from foreign countries and many states participating for 25 years. Memorials to Pleasant Ridge C.C.C.U. Building Fund.
CLAPPER Wilbur Clark Clapper, 90, of Orient, passed away suddenly on Monday, August 12, 2002 at his home. He was born December 17, 1911 in Orient, the son of the late Samuel and Euva Clapper. Also preceded in death by his brothers Edgar, Rueben, Bill, Lewis, Ralph, Glenn and Herman, sister Alvira and good friend Ray Harris. Wilbur was retired from the Orient State Institute after 20 years of dedicated service as a carpenter. He was also a proud WW II U.S. Army veteran having served in North Africa and Italy. Wilbur is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 59 years, Mildred; sons, Terry of Orient, Robert (Paula) of Cincinnati and Samuel (Trudy) of Grove City; grandson, Stephen of Orient; 8 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; aunt, Florence Clapper; and many nieces and nephews. Calling hours 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday at the SCHOEDINGER NORRIS CHAPEL, 3920 Broadway, Grove City. Graveside service 10 a.m. Thursday, August 15, 2002 at Pleasant cemetery, Mt. Sterling with Rev. Harold Braley officiating. Full military honors will be observed.
CLARK Jon A. Clark, age 71, longtime resident of Indianapolis, died Sunday, August 11, 2002. Survived by wife, Grace C. Clark; children, Tom and Jim Clark; grandsons, Alex, Sam, George and Brendon Clark. Friends may call Thursday 6-9 p.m. at EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 403 E. Broad St., Columbus, Oh. Funeral Mass 10:30 a.m. Friday at Holy Family Catholic Church, 584 W. Broad St., Columbus, Oh. Burial St. Joseph cemetery. Friends who wish may contribute to the American Diabetes Association, 937 High St., Worthington, Oh. 43085. Visit www.egan-ryan.com for condolences.
CONLEY Dorothy L. Conley, age 71, of Upper Arlington, died Sunday, August 11, 2002 at Kobacker House after a brief illness. She was born August 28, 1930 in Pittsburgh, PA the daughter of Andrew and Leona (Wolford) Schorn. She was employed as a Church Secretary at Northwest Christian Church for 20 years. She was formerly active with the Upper Arlington Swim and Racquet Club and also served on the Women's Juvenile Service Board. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Conley, in 2000. Dorothy is survived by her daughter, Pamela Conley of Upper Arlington. A Memorial Service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, August 18, 2002 at SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Road, where the family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 1-2 p.m. Rev. Dave Loynachan will officiate. A private entombment will be held later at Union cemetery Mausoleum. If desired, contributions may be made to Hospice at Riverside/Grant, 3535 Olentangy River Rd., Columbus, OH 43214 in her memory.
