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MASTERS Velma J. Masters, age 86, of Gahanna, died Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at Mt. Carmel East Hospital. Member of Stonybrook United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by husband Gilbert M. Masters. Survived by sons, Jack Masters and Bob (Janice A.) Masters of Columbus; grandsons, Jeffrey (Stephanie) Masters and Michael A. Masters and fiancée, Kellee Howell; great-grandchildren, Kristena Torr, Lauren Masters and Cameron Masters; sister, Georgiana Hartzel of Jersey Shore, PA; niece, Rita (George) Fulbaum. The family will receive friends 5-8 p.m. Friday at the Schoedinger Northeast Chapel, 1051 East Johnstown Road, Gahanna, where the Funeral Service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, August 17, 2002, with Dr. Gary W. Exman, officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Contributions may be made to the Memorial Fund of Stonybrook United Methodist Church, 485 Cherrybottom Road, Gahanna, OH 43230 in her memory. E-mail expressions of sympathy to vmasters8@schoedinger.com.
MENDOZA Josephine E. Mendoza, age 75, of Pataskala, passed away peacefully August 12, 2002 in the loving presence of her 5 children. Josephine "Jody" was preceded in death by her husband Louis in 1996. Jody was a dedicated mother and had countless friends. She will be greatly missed by all who have known her, including many relatives with whom she spent a large part of her life in St. Louis, Mo. Josephine managed her life with drive and determination, never letting obstacles keep her from living the way she wanted. She was a working mother, when the term did not really exist, and still provided the nurturing and loving care needed to manage a household of seven. Coming from a poor family in Wellsville, Mo., Josephine never complained of the lack of material possessions, but proud of her own family's resolve to maintain their well being during the Depression. She was also fascinated with her ancestry, which included Native American heritage. Josephine cooked "real" Mexican Food and loved classical piano music. She had a passion for reading, and although she never traveled extensively, she was herself very knowledgeable and experienced foreign shores more vividly than those who have been there. Her love for life never ended, as evident in her brief, but aggressive battle against cancer....ultimately, the one obstacle she could not overcome. Survived by children, Linda (Nawal) Pandey, Worthington, Howard (Annie) Mendoza, Ft. Wayne, Ind., Toni (Harvey) Mikesell, McMurray, Pa., Steve (Maggie) Mendoza, Lancaster and Nick (Phyllis) Mendoza, Gahanna; grandchildren, Christa (Art) Collazo, Patrick, Nichole, Meagan, Ryan, Anita, Angie and Matthew; 1 great-granddaughter. Josephine also leaves behind her canine friend of many years, "Tippy" who was a devoted companion and dearly loved. Friends may visit Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME, 550 Hill Road North (St. Rt. #256), Pickerington, where funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Friday with the Rev. Fr. Jim Ogurchock officiating. Interment Glen Rest Memorial Estate. Online condolences available to the family at www.spencefuneralhome.com.
MITCHELL BROWN The Mitchell and Brown families of Baby Zolan Ja-son invite you to his Homegoing Celebration Service on August 15, 2002 at 7 p.m. at the Power of Faith Christian Center, 1250 S. High St. Pastor Alonzo James officiating. Come let's celebrate
MORROW Norma Jean (Powell) Morrow, 71, of Plain City, Oh., passed away Sunday, August 11, 2002 in Doctors West Hospital. She was born October 30, 1930 in Darbyville, daughter of the late Thomas W. and Grace (Gilmore) Powell Sr. She was preceded in death by her father Thomas W. Powell Sr., mother Grace (Gilmore) Meadows and brother Thomas W. Powell Jr. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Carl (Mel) Morrow; children, Brenda Oldfield, Cheryl Dee, Lynne (Thelma) Dixon, Maureen Morrow, Michael Morrow and Colleen Ekkelboom; numerous grandchildren; sisters, Jane Bailey of Circleville and Mary Ann Sutphen of Va.; several nieces, nephews and her very special friends, Sandy, Millie, Lucy and Patty. She was loved by her many friends and fellow parishioners at Broad Street Christian Church. Please join us for a memorial service 11 a.m. Thursday, August 15, 2002 at WELLMAN FUNERAL HOME, Circleville with Dr. LaTaunya Bynum officiating. Interment to follow in Harrison Twp. cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Central Ohio Diabetes Association.
NOEL Rosemary Noel, age 85, Thursday, August 8, 2002, Mt. Carmel East Hospital. She was an animal lover especially of cats. Survived by second cousins, Leslie Maurice and Linda Waidelich; dear friend, Jean Chambers. Preceded in death by parents John A. and Bessie H. Noel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cat Welfare or a charity of choice. Arrangements by EVANS FUNERAL HOME, 4171 E. Livingston Ave.
PETERSON Dr. Larry J. Peterson, age 60, of Columbus, passed away Wednesday, August 7, 2002 at Jewish Hospital in Louisville, Ky. from complications following a liver transplant. He was a private practice oral surgeon and professor at O.S.U. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery department. A member of Advent Lutheran Church, Larry is preceded in death by his father Raymond Peterson. He is survived by his devoted wife, Kit M. Foreman; mother, Virginia Peterson, of Winfield, Ks.; son, Tucker Peterson; daughters, Brie Morales and K. Rian Foreman, of Columbus; sister, Mary (Darrell) Jones, of Camano Island, Wa.; granddaughters, Madalyn and Kathryn Morales; nephew, Ric (Cathy) Jones, of Bothell, Wa. and loving extended family and in-laws. Additionally, "Pete" is mourned by hundreds of people whose lives have been touched by his exemplary teaching, loyal friendship and compassionate patient care. Dr. Peterson was raised in Winfield, Kansas. He attended dental school at the University of Missouri-Kansas City and did his oral surgery training at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. He began his teaching career in 1971 at Medical College of Georgia in Augusta; then at the University of Connecticut in Farmington and finally at The Ohio State University. He was Chairman of the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Pathology and Anesthesiology department from 1982 until 1998. Since 1999, Dr. Peterson has been in private practice with Oral and Facial Surgeons of Ohio in Dublin and he continued to teach part time. He is editor of two texts; one used widely at dental schools throughout the world and one a reference for specialists. He was also editor in chief for a national professional journal. Dr. Peterson was an international lecturer as well, with special clinical interest in management and prevention of infections and surgical techniques related to dental implants. He was the recipient of numerous awards and honors during his career, most important to him were the ones that honored him as a teacher. Larry was passionate about what he loved. An avid gardener, enthusiastic teacher, sportsman and Buckeye sports fan, he was also a loving, tender husband and father. A memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 16, 2002 at The Church at Mill Run, 3500 Mill Run Drive, with Pastor William Hartfelder officiating. The family will receive friends at a reception immediately following the service. Special thanks to Dr. Darla Granger and nursing staff at the ICU-F at Jewish Hospital "for their ceaseless commitment and compassion to Larry and me." In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Boy Scouts of America or your local hospice organization, and please designate yourself as an organ donor for the many that are waiting for a second chance. Arrangements by SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Road.
RILEY Patricia K. Riley, age 43. Service of memory Saturday 10 a.m., Greater Vision Missionary Baptist Church, 100 N. 20th Ave. Family will receive friensd Saturday 9 a.m. until time of service. Interment Eastlawn cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long St.
ROTH Daniel Martin Roth, 40, of Santa Ana, Costa Rica, formerly of Oh., died August 9, 2002 in Costa Rica. He was born May 24, 1962 in New Martinsville, W.Va., son of Nancy Roth of Hannibal, Oh. and the late Charles L. Roth. He was a die hard Ohio State Buckeye fan and a dedicated Bruce Springsteen follower. Surviving in addition to his mother are his loving wife, Tonya (Tennant) Roth; son, Derek Roth of the home; brothers, Stephen Roth of St. Marys, W.Va. and Charles Roth of Columbus, Oh.; sisters, Diane Roth of Santa Barbara, Calif. and Mrs. Hamid (Lisa) Yazdani of Vienna, Va. Friends will be received on Friday, August 16, 2002 from 5-9 p.m. at the IAMS FUNERAL HOME, 833 3rd St., New Martinsville, W.Va., where service will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2002 at 11 a.m. Burial follows in Emma Grove cemetery, Hannibal, Oh.
ROUSH Robert Shane Roush, age 29, of Lancaster, died Monday, August 12, 2002 in Dobson, N.C. He was a seventh grade teacher, coach and athletic director at St. Mary's Grade School, he also was the assistant boys varsity tennis team coach at Lancaster High School, a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and choir, the Lancaster Men's Chorus and had a great love for tennis, music and softball. He was a 1991 graduate of Fisher Catholic High School, 1996 graduate of Ohio Northern University (where he was a varsity tennis team member) and earned a Masters of Education from The Ohio State University. Shane is survived by his parents, Bob and Susie (Wessel) Roush; brother, Jason Roush; grandmother, Virginia Roush, all of Lancaster; several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents John and Gertrude Wessel and Clair Roush. Friends may visit 12noon-8 p.m. Thursday at St. Mary's Grade School, 309 East Chestnut St., Lancaster, Oh. 43130. Funeral mass will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, St. Mary's Church, 132 South High Street, Lancaster with Fr. Donald E. Franks and Fr. Denis S. Kigozi, concelebrates. Interment St. Mary's cemetery. Arrangements by DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME, Pickerington, Oh. Friends who wish may contribute to the St. Mary's Grade School or their favorite charity in Shane's memory. Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.spencefuneralhome.com.
RUSSO Donato "Danny" Russo, age 51, of Cardington, Oh., died Sunday, August 11, 2002 at his residence. He was employed with GE Superabrasives and was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Army. He is preceded in death by his parents Dominick and Serafina (DiGeronimo) Russo, daughter Kimiko Russo and his faithful companion Sampson. His survivors include his loving wife, Toyoko Russo of the residence; sons, Dominick (Lisa) Russo of Columbus, Chris (Trisha) Keels of Columbus and Brian (Mary Jacobs) Cantrell of Fla.; daughters, Angela Russo (Chad Roush) of Columbus and Stephanie Cantrell (Reese Jones) of Columbus; grandchildren, Isabella Russo and Alaina Roush, both of Columbus; sister, Joellen (Jerry) Vitiello of N.J.; brothers, Chris (Denise), Dominick (Valerie) and Vinny (Judy) Russo, all of N.J.; many, many, many aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends and his faithful companion, Niko at home. Donato was an avid sportsman who loved to play golf and bowl. He also enjoyed billiards, country dancing, traveling, watching Ohio State sports and NASCAR racing. The family will welcome friends at the RUTHERFORD-CORBIN FUNERAL HOME, WORTHINGTON CHAPEL, 515 High St., Worthington on Thursday, August 15, 2002 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A graveside service will be held 11:30 a.m. Friday, August 16, 2002 at Union cemetery. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Morrow County, 851 Marion Rd., Mt. Gilead, Oh. 43338.
SCOTT Lawrence Scott, age 60, Wednesday, August 7, 2002 at the O.S.U. Medical Center. A former employee of the Borden Company. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Marines and the Navy. Preceded in death by mother and step-father, Katherine and Joseph Sowell; grandparents, John and Ruth Nash; grandmother, Bertha Scott; brother, Warren G. Scott. Survived by his children, David Lawrence, Jr., Christine Scott, Marcelus and Maurice Hudson; 5 grandchildren; sisters, Patricia (John H., Jr.) White, Lois and Phyllis Sowell; brothers, Ralph, John (Theodessa) Scott, Joseph (Deborah), Louis (Pam), Arthur and Alfred Sowell; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends; special friend, Gail McClure. Funeral 11 a.m. Thursday, August 15, 2002 at the chapel of C.D. WHITE & SON FUNERAL HOME, 1217 Mt. Vernon Ave. Rev. Curtis Sowell, Officiant. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Interment Union cemetery.
SHARPLES Jerry A. Sharples, age 65, of Columbus, Ohio died Saturday, August 10, 2002 at The Ohio State University Medical Center from complications related to a brain tumor. He was born May 21, 1937 in Lucas County, Ohio the son of Oshea and Bernice (Barnes) Sharples. He received his Bachelor's and Master's degrees from The Ohio State University and his Ph.D. from Iowa State University. After spending 16 years in the Department of Agriculture at Purdue University, he moved to Washington, D.C. where he worked with the U.S. Department of Agriculture with an emphasis in Agricultural Trade Policy until his retirement in 1996. He was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church where he was active in the Chancel Choir. He was also a member of the Upper Arlington Silver Bears Softball Team. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Ross Sharples. Jerry is survived by his wife of 44 years, Marjorie Sharples; daughters and sons-in-law, Marilynn and Rob Stubbs of Indianapolis, IN and Cindy and Tim Walter of Austin, TX; son and daughter-in-law, Stephen Sharples and Kathy Bruce of Northville, MI; grandchildren, Christen, Michael, Daniel, and Andrew Stubbs, Ben and Peter Walter, and Anna and Reece Sharples; brother and sister-in-law, Bruce and Dorothea Sharples of Ind.; sister, Joyce Smellie of Tucson, AZ; sister-in-law, Veryl Sharples of Swanton, OH; and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held 7:30 p.m. Thursday, August 15, 2002 at Bethel United Methodist Church, 1220 Bethel Rd., where the family will receive friends prior to the service from 6-7:15 p.m. Rev. Thomas Keene will officiate. A graveside service will be held in Swanton, Oh. at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to: The Africa University Endowment Fund for Scholarships, Africa University Development Office, P.O. Box 34007, Nashville, TN 37203-0007; American Brain Tumor Association, 2720 River Road, Suite 146, Des Plaines, IL 60018; or to Bethel United Methodist Church, 1220 Bethel Rd., Columbus, OH 43220. Arrangements by SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Road, Columbus.
SLIEMERS Vicki Lynn Sliemers, 35, loving wife and mother, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, August 11, 2002 at The Ohio State University Medical Center. Vicki was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. Surviving her are husband, Daniel W. Sliemers; daughters, Angela and Kimberly; parents, Herbert and Donna Scott; brothers, John (Nona) Scott and Robert (Darlene) Scott; sisters, Peaches Scott and Mindy Sue Scott; in-laws, Francis and Rose Sliemers; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and loving friends. Family will receive friends at the JOHN QUINT & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 1177 W. Fifth Ave., Tuesday, August 13, 2002 from 7-9 p.m. with a Prayer service at 8:30 p.m. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. Wednesday, August 14, 2002 at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, 1559 Roxburg Rd. Msgr. Romano Ciotola, Presider. Interment St. Joseph cemetery. In lieu flowers, friends who wish may contribute to the Vicki Sliemers Memorial Educational Fund. Please make checks payable to: Angela and Kimberly. Mail to: 5713 Paul Talbott Circle, Grove City, Oh. 43123.
SUTER Elizabeth "Billie" Suter, 84, of Bedford Colonial Courtyard, died Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at Donahoe Manor Nursing Home. She was born February 26, 1918 in Cumberland, Md., daughter of the late Raymond B. and Cecelia Mary (Smith) Suter. She was never married
. She is survived by an aunt, Louise Kinzey of Schellsburg, Pa.; and a number of cousins. She was a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church and was a member of R.S.V.P., the St. Thomas Ladies Guild and the Bedford Senior Citizens. She was retired from Battelle Memorial Inst. in Columbus, Oh., where she had worked as an Administrative Secretary for 35 years and for Green Thumb as an Administrative Aid in Bedford. Funeral Mass Friday 11 a.m. from St. Thomas Catholic Church with Fr. John C. Vago officiating. Burial in Bedford cemetery. There will be no visitation. Arrangements by the TIMOTHY A. BERKEBILE FUNERAL HOME, Bedford, Pa.
TANG Thomas N. Tang Jr., 43, passed away peacefully at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, TX. on August 9, 2002. 1976 graduate of Marion Franklin High School in Columbus and 1980 graduate of Ohio University. Employed at AT&T Cincinnati. Preceded in death by his father Thomas Tang Sr., grandparents Robert and Alice Tang and uncles Robert and Maximo Tang. Survived by loving mother, Evelyn Tang; brother, Andre (Kelly) Tang; sisters, Felicia (Robert) Davis, Angela (Warren) Johnson; nieces, Tonisha, Cicely and Patrice Davis, Dominique, Eaisha and Jasmine Johnson; grandmother, Symmathie L. Hopkins, all of Columbus; aunt, Cecelia Allenworth of Dallas, TX; uncles, Edward (Janice) Tang, Daniel Tang of Chicago, Il; great-aunts, Symenzie Murphy, Alicia Foster, Ruby Tang, Ruth Smith; and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends Wednesday, August 14, 2002 6-8 p.m. at the Thompson Hall-Jordan Funeral Home, 6943 Montgomery Rd., Cincinnati. Mr. Tang will lie in state Friday, August 16, 2002 from 11 a.m. until 12noon at the GARY MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 2154 E. Main St. Columbus. Funeral service 1 p.m. Pastor William Talley III eulogizing. The family will receive friends from 12noon until 1 p.m. Burial at Glen Rest Memorial Estates.
TRENT Hazel Trent, age 73, of Columbus, died Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at Minerva Park Nursing Center. Retired from Scioto Country Club. She is preceded in death by her husband Jimmy Trent. Survived by sister, Martha Payne; and nieces and nephews. Friends may call Wednesday 5-7 p.m. at SCHOEDINGER CLEVELAND AVENUE CHAPEL, 2741 Cleveland Avenue, where funeral service will be held Thursday, August 15, 2002 at 1 p.m. Interment Arlington Memory Gardens, Rev. Farrell Rood officiating.
VALENTINE-JOHNS Anna "Melba" Valentine Johns.
Celebration of Life Service 11 a.m. Friday. Family will receive friends Thursday 7-9 p.m., Pleasant Green Baptist Church, 2089 Cleveland Ave.
Arrangements by J. MARTIN SMITH MORTUARY, 1173 E. Hudson St., 447-9383.
Funeral Director Jackie Smith.
WARD Jorja Ward nee Schaffran, age 42, of Canal Winchester, passed away August 12, 2002.
Arrangements by SCHOEDINGER EAST CHAPEL, (614) 861-6268.
