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MARRAH Dr. John A. Marrah, 71, died Sunday, August 25, 2002 after an extended illness. He was born June 19, 1931 in Paint Township, Madison County, Oh. to Patrick Ambrose Marrah and Mary Elizabeth Faudree Marrah, and was educated in the London, Oh. public schools. He went on to obtain a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from The Ohio State University, 1959, a Masters degree in Educational Research at the University of Dayton, 1969, and a Doctorate of Education (Ed.d.) from the University of Cincinnati in 1970. Mr. Marrah served in the United States Navy aboard the USS Taconic, AGC-17, from 1951-1954, during the Korean War. Among other honors, he received the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and Navy Occupation Service Medal, and an Honorable Discharge. Mr. Marrah was employed by ATT/Bell Telephone Laboratories, Holmdel, N.J., for nearly 20 years. At the time of his retirement in 1989, he served as Director, Technical Briefing, and had designed, developed and managed the Technical Briefing Center. He began his employment at Bell Labs in 1970 as a Member of Technical Staff, responsible for designing and implementing new technical documentation standards for stored program control systems. He authored numerous publications. Prior to 1970, he resided in Columbus, Oh., were he was employed by the State of Ohio Department of Education and Department of Health. Mr. Marrah was Mayor of Little Silver, N.J. from 1980 to 1984, and resided there with his family from 1971 to 1992. He was deeply involved in the lives of his family and his community. He served two terms on the Little Silver Borough Council, served as Council President, was Police Commissioner, and served on numerous boards, committees and commissions in the Borough and Monmouth County. Mr. Marrah chaired the "Vote Yes" Committee which worked to pass the successful referendum to construct the present day Red Bank Regional High School. He continued his support of the school, including serving on the Superintendents Advisory Council during the 1980's, as active band parent, and as the half-time show announcer at the football games at R.B.R.H.S. for 7 years. John A. Marrah is survived by his wife, Gloria Davies-Marrah of Brick, N.J.; his son, John Andrew Marrah Jr. and daughter-in-law, Robin Marrah of Delray Beach, Fla.; his daughter, Cynthia Marrah Jurrius and son-in-law, Douglas Jurrius of Easton, Md.; grandchildren, Ryan, Scott and Kevin Jurrius, John and Patrick Marrah, Michael and Kristen Kelly; step-children, Robert Davies, Gary Davies, Cindy Johann and their families; his former wife, Priscilla Martin Marrah; his brothers, William P. Marrah of Taylor, S.C., Richard L. Marrah and Robert Marrah of Columbus, Oh.; sister, Florence Swyers of London, Oh. and their families. He was predeceased by his brother James Marrah and sister Marianna Flynn. Mr. Marrah was known for his love for his community and family, his dedication to his profession, and his belief in the importance of edcuation. In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to the Marrah Educational Trust, a fund established for the purpose of furthering the scholarship of students at London High School, Madison County, Oh., where Mr. Marrah grew up. Contributions may be sent to Marrah Educational Trust, 707 S.E. 7th Ave., Delray Beach, Fla. 33483. A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of John A. Marrah will be held at St. John's Episcopal Church, Little Silver, N.J. on Friday, September 6 at 5 p.m. THOMPSON MEMORIAL HOME, Red Bank, N.J., is in charge of arrangements.
MARZLUF Helen L. Marzluf, age 87, Tuesday, September 3, 2002 at Riverside Hospital. Member of Riverside United Methodist Church and National Association of Railway Business Women. 50 year member of Lorraine Chapter # 1 O.E.S. Survived by nephew, Jim (Lynne) Murdock; niece, Barbara (Don) Roberts; and their families. Funeral service 11 a.m. Saturday, September 7 at SCHOEDINGER HILLTOP CHAPEL, 3030 W. Broad St., where friends may call 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday. Rev. David Griebner officiating. Entombment Green Lawn cemetery Mausoleum.
NICHOLS John H. "Jack" Nichols, age 63, of Pickerington, OH, formerly of Toledo, passed away Monday, September 2, 2002 at his residence. He had retired from Owens-Illinois Corp. in Toledo, with 30 years of service. He then worked for the Anchor Glass Company for 3 years. Following a brief period of retirement, he returned to the work force alongside his daughter to found and establish 1st C.O.R.P. Services. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers George Lee and Richard. He loved his family dearly, and will be missed by his wife, Shirley; children, Scott Nichols of Altus, OK, Todd and Judy Nichols of Louisville, KY, Lynn Nichols and Caroline Huddleston of Columbus; grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Kathryn and their mother, Jeanne Nichols, Lindsey, Kerstie and Jocelyn; sister, Patsy (Paul) Gross of Kensington, MD; nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Family will receive friends 5-8 p.m. Friday, September 6, at SCHOEDINGER EAST CHAPEL, 5360 E. Livingston Ave., Columbus, (614-861-6268), where services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday. Deaconess Wendy Putka, officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Those who wish may contribute to Mt. Carmel Hospice in Jack's memory. E-mail expressions of sympathy to: jnichols6condolences@schoedinger.com.
NIKLAS (ZOLLNER) Caroline Zollner Niklas, age 89, Monday, September 2, 2002 at home surrounded by family. Retired from Lazarus Downtown. Longtime Sunday School (CCD) Teacher at Corpus Christi. Preceded in death by husband Frank, parents John and Karolina, sister Sr. Rose Agnes, O.S.F. and brother Bro. John Zollner, S.J. A devoted mother to Francis Gerald, John Thomas (Yvonne), Mary Carol (James) Liebel, Richard, Michael and Patrick (Linda); grandchildren, Christina, Andrew, Phillip, Erik, Jim, Marcia, John, Traci, Angela and Ryan; great-grandchildren; sisters, Frances Haban and Agnes Parsons; brother, Richard Zollner; cousins, John Schumick and Anna George; life long friends, Josephine Heinz and Lucille Marot; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends receive Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the MAEDER-QUINT-TIBERI FUNERAL HOME, 1068 S. High St. Rosary 2:30 p.m. Thursday. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Friday at Corpus Christi Church, 1111 E. Stewart Ave. Burial St. Joseph cemetery.
PATTERSON Russell M. Patterson, age 81, formerly of Grove City, died August 26, 2002 at Bay Pine Veteran Hospital, Bay Pine, Fla. Veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Former owner of Pat's Linoleum and Pat's Gun Repair in Grove City. An avid wood craftsman. Preceded in death by wife Nina (Himpill) Patterson, sons Timothy and Terry, parents Alfred and Mary (Mitchell) Patterson, step-father George Mitchell and brother Earl Patterson. Survived by son, Robert Patterson; sisters, Evelyn L. Cook of Grove City and Helen W. (Charles) Mulholand of Palmetto, Fla.; brother, Dale (Maryann) Patterson of Livingston, Tex. He will be missed by his loved ones and friends. Cremation and services were performed in Bay Pine, Fla.
PENIX Robert Nelson Penix, baby boy, went to be with the Lord on angel's wings on Monday, September 2, 2002 at OSU Medical Center, Columbus. He is survived by parents, Brian and Christina (Sims) Penix, Reynoldsburg; sisters, Cheyanne Goerlitz and Brandy Penix; brother, Brian Penix; grandparents, Bob and Peggy Penix, Mary Sims and Donald Sims. Graveside service will be Friday 12noon at Obetz cemetery. Pastor Jim Merrideth officiating. Arrangements by the DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME, Canal Winchester.
POARE Raymond E. Poare, age 64, Tuesday, September 3, 2002 at Grant Hospital. Lifelong employee at Hank Newman's Restaurant. Survived by wife, Ruth; sons, Daniel (Wanda) Cochrane and David Poare; grandchildren, Jenna, Brandon, Connor, Grant, David Jr., Darrell and Dereck; brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday 2-4 and 6-8p.m. at the MAEDER-QUINT-TIBERI FUNERAL HOME, 1068 S. High St., where funeral service will be held Friday 12noon. Burial Green Lawn cemetery. Pastor Ed Muncy officiating.
RINDENOUR William A. Ridenour, age 74, of Galloway, passed away Tuesday, September 3, 2002 at Doctors West Hospital. Veteran U.S. Army and retired general contractor for 50 years. Preceded in death by his son Mark, parents Laird and Faye Ridenour, brother Barney and sister Jessie. Survived by wife, Ruth; son, Tim (Liz); sister, Nancy; granddaughter, Christina; step-grandchildren, Candy, Heather, and Raymond; step-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Also survived by sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law. Funeral service Friday, September 6, 2002 at 11:30 a.m., SCHOEDINGER HILLTOP CHAPEL, 3030 W. Broad St., where friends may call Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Rev. Frank Yokum officiating. Interment Sunset cemetery.
ROUSE Cathy Ann Worthy Rouse, age 52, September 1, 2002 at Mt. Carmel Hospital East. Long time member of World Harvest Church. Preceded in death by parents Nathaniel and Mable Worthy, sister Gena Worthy-Harrell and brother Nathaniel Worthy Jr. Survived by loving husband of 35 years, Allen Rouse; daughter, Dionne Rouse; sisters, Carolyn Givens, Sharon Johnson, Fern (Elder Magellan II) Moore and Annette and Myra Worthy; brothers, Drake and Steven (Carla) Worthy; uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, including special friend, Carrie Griffin. Friends may call Friday, September 6, 2002 at the Gospel Lighthouse Church, 581 Seymour Ave. after 9 a.m., where family will receive friends from 10 a.m. to time of service at 11 a.m. Dr. Jerry Fryar officiating. Interment Evergreen cemetery. CROSBY FUNERAL HOME, serving the family.
SANTO Margaret H. Santo, age 89, Wednesday, September 4, 2002. Lifelong member of the Hungarian Reformed Church and Women's Guild. Preceded in death by son Alexander David Santo, sisters Julia Czompi, Elizabeth Nagy and Mary and Lena Poczik and brothers Andrew and Louis Poczik. Survived by husband, Alexander; daughters, Mary Jean (Don) Mulchaey of Grove City and Margie (Dan) West of Johnstown; grandchildren, Jeffrey (Lisa) and James Santo, Brian (Lori) West, Mark (Rachel) Mulchaey, Stephanie (Kirk) Mathews, Eric (Marcie) Mulchaey; great-grandchildren, Benjamin and Jessie Santo, Cameron and Corey West, Grant Mathews and Carter Mulchaey; and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at MAEDER-QUINT-TIBERI FUNERAL HOME, 1068 S. High St., where funeral service will be held Saturday 10 a.m. with burial to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Alzheimer's Association or the Hungarian Reformed Church, 365 Woodrow Ave., Columbus, Oh. 43207.
SCHERRER Terrence "Terry" Martin Scherrer, age 77, passed away at home on Monday, September 2, 2002. US Navy Veteran of Korean Conflict. Trained at Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, NH. Served as Deck Officer (Third Mate) aboard various Merchant ships in European, Indian Oceans, and Pacific War Zones. Served aboard USS Washburn AK108 in Pacific Korean Conflict. Attended Muskingum College, The Ohio State University and graduated from Franklin Law School in 1958. Admitted to Ohio Bar in 1958. Preceded in death by parents, first wife Betty, son Mark, brother, half-brother and granddaughter. Survived by wife, Erma; sisters, Rita McCormick, Margaret Ann Sager; brother, Tom (Ruth) Scherrer; step-daughter, Sharon (Brent) Snyder; step-sons, Michael (Kelley) Griesdorn and Timothy (Meg) Griesdorn; grandchildren, Kara, Katie and Kyle Snyder, Seth, Nicolas, Melody, Timothy and Anne Griesdorn; many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 7, 2002 at 2 p.m. at St. Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church, 80 Martin Avenue. Pastor Trygve Skarsten officiating. Family suggest in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church or Mt. Carmel Hospice in Terry's memory. Arrangements by O.R. WOODYARD CO., 255 E. State St.
SCHLICHTER J. Max Schlichter, 65, Columbus, died Tuesday at his residence. Survived by wife, Sue; daughter, Mrs. Joe (Dawn) King of Jeffersonville; sons, Arthur Schlichter and John (Debbie) Schlichter of Washington C.H.; step-son, Andrew Raine of Ariz.; step-daughter, Katy Raine of Columbus; 6 grandchildren, Kristopher King, Bethany, Trey, Miles, Taylor and Madison Schlichter; 4 step-grandchildren; brother, Dan (Linda) Schlichter; and sister, Rise Burr of Washington C.H. Private service at the discretion of the family. No visitation. Memorial contributions to Miami Trace Athletic Boosters Club c/o David Miller, 3722 St. Rt. 41-NW, Washington C.H., OH 43160. Arrangements by KIRKPATRICK FUNERAL HOME in Washington C.H.
SHELDON Paul Eugene Sheldon, age 54, of Columbus, died Tuesday, September 3, 2002 at Mt. Carmel Medical Center. Longtime truck driver for Watkins Freight. Veteran U.S. Army. Graduated 1965 from Gahanna Lincoln High School. Franklin Heights Athletic Booster. Preceded in death by father Paul R. Sheldon, infant children Richard and Samantha. Survived by mother, Juanita Sheldon; daughters, Stephine Sheldon, Karyn Sheldon, Rebecca (Jason) Agnew, Amanda Sheldon; brother, Michael (Rosemary) Sheldon; granddaughter, Autumn Agnew; nephews, Brian and Jason Sheldon; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins, especially Sharon Middaugh. The family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the SCHOEDINGER NORTHEAST CHAPEL, 1051 East Johnstown Road, Gahanna, where the Funeral Service will be held 11:30 a.m. Friday, September 6, 2002, with Dr. Gary W. Exman and Rev. Brian Vinson officiating. Interment with military honors at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 182039, Columbus, OH 43218 or the Veteran's Administration, in Paul's memory. E-mail expressions of sympathy to: psheldon8@schoedinger.com.
STEWART Clara Lou Stewart, 71, of Ashville, passed away Tuesday, September 3, 2002 at her residence. Born July 17, 1931 in Ashville, Oh. to the late Watson and Crissie Baum Peters. Member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, where she was an organist for many years. Retired as a Secretary from the Citizen's Bank in Ashville. Graduated from Ashville Harrison High School in 1949. She was a founding member of Ashville Community Players. Instrumental in the start of the Gazebo Gatherings. Served on the Board of Ashville Senior Housing Authority, Recipient of the Ashville Women's Civic Club 2001 Distinguished Service Award. Clara Lou's positive attitude was an inspiration to all who knew her. She was a life long resident of Ashville. Preceded in death by her parents, brothers Francis J. Peters and Chet Peters. Survived by husband of 50 years, Archie; children, Lisa (Roger) Rose, Grove City, Lori (Robert) Dick and Amy (Tim) Davis, all of Ashville; grandchildren, Jill Moore, Jamie Arledge, Erin and Brady Dick, Tyler, Emily and Ashley Davis; great-grandchildren, Taylor and Noah Garnes, Madison Arledge and Caden Dick; special friend, Helen Louise Pontius. Friends may call Friday, September 6 from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the OLIVER FUNERAL HOME, Ashville. Service Saturday, September 7 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 10 a.m. with Rev. Martin Francis officiating. Burial Reber Hill cemetery. Special thanks to the staff of Pickaway Co. Hospice. Memorials can be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church.
TELLINGS Jan Paul Edward "Eddie" Tellings, age 77, Monday, September 2, 2002. Born in Yogya, Indonesia. A Dutch survivor of the "Ngawi" Japanese prisoner of war camp, during WW II. Moved to the Netherlands in 1946 and immigrated to the U.S. in 1957 with his wife and infant son and settled in Columbus. Educated in Europe and in the U.S., he was employed as a chemist and retired from the Quaker Oats Company in 1990. A devoted husband, father and grandfather; he is survived by Hennie, his wife of 47 years; son, Ed (Connie) of Reynoldsburg; daughters, Irene (Terry) Frost of Cincinnati and Alice Minic; grandchildren, Emily, Lauren, Kelsey, Brooke, Kaetha, Shannon, Steven and Taylor; sisters, Pauline (Frank) Kertesz, Henrietta Lapre'; brother, Ferdinand (Ruth) Tellings; nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Saturday from 10-11 a.m. at St. Ladislas Church, 277 Reeb Ave. A Memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday. Arrangements by the MAEDER-QUINT-TIBERI FUNERAL HOME, 444-1185. The family suggests in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to St. Ladislas Church.
TREFZ (JAMIESON) Martha J. Trefz, age 84, passed away at her home, Monday, September 2, 2002. She was born in Mercer County, Oh., the daughter of the late William and Lilly (McAfee) Jamieson. She was preceded in death by 3 sisters and 3 brothers. Martha leaves to deeply mourn her, her husband of 46 years, Russ; her daughter, Alison of Gahanna; her sister, Ruth Jamieson of Columbus; sisters-in-law, Ethel Jamieson of Van Wert and Roma Williams of Xenia; and many nieces and nephews. A special thank you to Dr. Robert Zaino who cared for her for many years. Martha retired from General Motors where she was the executive secretary to the plant manager. She was involved in General Motors Retirees and Charity Belles. Martha also enjoyed many years as the local Avon Lady. She was an active member of Mifflin Presbyterian Church since 1962, where she, along with her husband faithfully served Meals on Wheels and the youth Logo's program. She was awarded an honorary life membership to Presbyterian Women for her years of dedication and service to the church's Women's Gathering. Martha was a gracious lady who was blessed with a warm smile, a gentle spirit and loving heart, which she joyfully shared with all who had the privilege to have known her. The family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the SCHOEDINGER NORTHEAST CHAPEL, 1051 East Johnstown Road, Gahanna. Funeral Service 2PM Friday September 6, 2002 at Mifflin Presbyterian Church, 123 Granville Street, with Dr. Roger Wagner officiating. Graveside Service 12Noon Saturday, September 7, 2002 in Swamp College cemetery near Celina, Oh. Contributions may be made to the Memorial Fund of Mifflin Presbyterian Church in her memory. E-mail expressions of sympathy to mtrefz8@schoedinger.com.
TRINTER Carolyn Rose Trinter, 15, died at her home Sunday, September 1, 2002 after coping courageously with her illness. Carolyn was a member of St. Anthony Church and a member of the youth group at Church of the Good Shepherd. An honor roll student throughout her school years, she was a sophomore at Northland High School. Carolyn was a proud member of the 'Pride of the Vikings' Marching Band, with whom she marched in the 2002 Sugar Bowl in New Orleans. Carolyn was the first recipient of the Most Inspirational Marcher Award, which is to be presented annually by the Northland Instrumental Music Department. Carolyn was also active in the Drama Department at Northland. In October 1999, Carolyn was a guest of The Ohio State University Marching Band and had the honor of directing the band in Across the Field both in St. John Arena and in Ohio Stadium. Carolyn was selected by Children's Hospital to receive the 'Special Courage Award' for the 2001 Carl Lewis Track & Field Camp and Festival. Olympic track and field legend, Carl Lewis presented this award to Carolyn. She was also a volunteer with Children's Hospital. Carolyn loved music, school, her family and friends. She had a positive attitude, which allowed her to make the most of every day and live her life to the fullest. She is survived by her devoted and loving family, parents David and Diane Trinter and brother Eric; grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, her three best friends, Courtney, Heather and Stephanie, and many other supportive friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, September 6, 2002 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 1300 Urban Drive, Father Mark Ghiloni, Celebrant. Family will receive friends at Schoedinger North Chapel 5554 Karl Road 6-8 p.m. Wednesday and 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. on Thursday. A prayer service will be held at 8:30 p.m. on Thursday evening where family and friends are asked to share their special memories of Carolyn. Memorial contributions may be made to Children's Hospital, 700 Children's Dr., Columbus, 43205 in Carolyn's memory. Condolences may be emailed to: Ctrinter7condolences @schoedinger.com Carolyn's selfless coping with her illness and concern for others remains an inspiration to many.
