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RANDALL John R. "Jack" Randall, age 88, Friday, September 20, 2002 at Riverside Hospital. Retired after 25 years with Sinclair Oil Co. Golf instructor, Olentangy Village Golf School. Veteran, U.S. Army, WW II. Member of Maple Grove United Methodist Church, York Chapter #563, F&AM, Scottish Rite Valley of Columbus, Aladdin Temple Shrine. Survived by wife, Mabel Clara "Peg" Randall; sons, Jerry W. (Lois) Randall of Columbus and Dr. Robert E. (Barbara) Randall of College Station, Tex.; daughter, Sara E. Drahn of Madison, Wis..; 8 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; brother, Dr. Samuel (Patty) Randall of Charlotte, N.C.; nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the SOUTHWICK-GOOD FUNERAL CHAPEL, 3100 N. High St., Wednesday 5-8 p.m. (Masonic Service 7:30 p.m.), where funeral will be held Thursday 11 a.m. Rev. Joel Baer officiating. Graveside service and interment Thursday 2 p.m. at Hill cemetery, Thurman, Oh.
RODABAUGH (KARRER) Margaret Karrer Rodabaugh, of Columbus and formerly of Plain City, Ohio, died on September 21, 2002, surrounded by family at Riverside Methodist Hospital. She was born on December 24, 1914 in Carey, Ohio, the daughter of George I. and Minnie (Stoll) Pahl. She was preceded in death by her husband of fifty years Dr. Herman E. Karrer, a grandson Andrew E. Karrer, brothers Gerald and Leroy Pahl and sister Martha (Pahl) White. She is survived by her husband of seven years, Dr. Galon Rodabaugh; sister, Catherine Long; sons, George H. (Carol) Karrer and John P. Karrer; grandchildren, Matthew Karrer and James (Paula) Karrer; also, Steve (Carol) Rodabaugh, Carol (Jack) Benninger, Ron (Sue) Rodabaugh, Priscilla Baker, their families; numerous nieces and nephews. Margaret was a 1937 graduate of the St. Francis School of Nursing in Columbus and worked as a nursing supervisor. After marriage in 1939, she served as office nurse in family practice in Plain City with her husband Herman, for 44 years. Margaret was a 50 year member of the King's Daughters, Plain City Book Club and the Plain City Presbyterian Church. She will be remembered for her keen sense of humor, love of nature, generosity and Christmas cookies. Family will receive friends at the FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, 202 E. Main St., (Rt. 161W), Plain City, from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, September 25. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, at the Plain City Presbyterian Church, the Rev. Don Hilkerbaumer and Dr. Charles Stenner officiating. Interment will follow at Dublin Community cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Plain City Presbyterian Church Easy Entry Fund, 231 E. Main St., Plain City, OH 43064.
ROESE Stephanie Lynn Roese, age 51, passed away Sunday, September 22, 2002. She attended Christian Family Fellowship and Lighthouse Ministries. Preceded in death by mother Nancy Sue Keckley. Survived by husband, Danny Roese; children, Melissa (Roger) Scarberry, Chad Jones, Joshua Bennett and Seth Roese; father, Harry Keckley; brothers and sisters, Kathleen (John) Ball, David (Sandy) Keckley, Kevin (Bambi) Keckley, Tim (Jan) Keckley and Nancy (Andy) Prakel; grandchildren, Cody Scarberry, Stephanie Scarberry, Caleb Jones and Lydia Bennett; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Friends may call at the O.R. WOODYARD CO. CHAPEL, 1346 S. High St., Wednesday 6-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held Thursday 10 a.m. at the Lighthouse Ministries, 2295 S. High St. Rev. Ed Linville and Rev. Herschel Holley officiating. Interment Harrison Township cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Stephanie Roese Memorial Fund at the funeral home. Stephanie was an organ recipient and was very supportive of the organ donor organization.
SCHNEGELSBERGER Michael "Mike" S. Schnegelsberger, 53, of Powell, Saturday, September 21, 2002 in Hocking Hills as a result of a bicycling accident. Employee of Metal Container for 25 years. Member of Westerville Bicycle Club and was an avid bicyclist and rode many miles with his cycling friends. Preceded in death by his father Donald. Survived by his wife of 32 years, Jan (Janet); mother, Gloria of Galion, Ohio; many relatives. Funeral service 10 a.m. Wednesday, September 25, 2002 at Powell United Methodist Church, 825 E. Olentangy St. (Powell Rd.), Powell, Oh. Burial Fairview cemetery, Galion, Oh. Friends may call 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at RUTHERFORD FUNERAL HOME at POWELL, 450 W. Olentangy St. (Powell Rd.), Powell, Oh. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mike's memory to Muscular Dystrophy Assoc., 960 Kingsmill Pkwy., Columbus, Ohio 43229 or Humane Society of Delaware, 4920 State Rt. 37 E., Delaware, Ohio 43015.
SOMMER Kathleen H. (Kate) Sommer, age 58, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 20, 2002. Kate was an unconditionally loving mother and all accepting person whose mystical spirit touched us all. She served as the Director of Supportive Services at the Open Shelter in Columbus during the mid-80's through the late 90's, where she made thousands of differences. Most recently, Kate was focusing on her work as a gifted artist. She was getting busy 'living'. Kate Sommer was an extraordinary human being. Kate is survived by her three children, Edward D.A. "Aaron" Sommer, Tobias I. "Toby" Sommer and Heidi Sommer McAlister, their caring and supportive spouses, Pamela J. (Pam) Sommer, Tacy K. Sommer and Ryan J. McAlister; grandchildren, Phelicia, Aron and Ian; longtime friend, Lee Sims; brother and sister-in-law, Robert "Bob" and Janet Miller and their children. She was preceded in passing by her parents Irvin and Mary Miller and her brother John. Funeral Service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 25, 2002 at SCHOEDINGER NORTHEAST CHAPEL, 1051 East Johnstown Rd., Gahanna, Oh, where family will receive friends one hour prior to service. Interment Betzer cemetery, Carroll, Oh.
SPOHN Franz E. Spohn, age 84, passed away September 21, 2002 at Riverside Hospital. A retired contractor, co-founder and member of the Central Ohio Chapter of the Associated Builders and Contractors. Graduate of South High School, Class of 1936. U.S. Army Air Corp Veteran of WW II. Member of Christ Lutheran Church. Member of Berwick Kiwanis. A Masonic member of Bexley and Ralph Rickly Lodges. Franz was always a determined and dedicated worker who loved to travel and was very proud of his German heritage. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Jeanne. A loving father to his children, Phil (Rita) Spohn of Stockton, CA, Franz F. Spohn of Rockdale, PA, and Patricia (Jim) McPeak of Defiance, OH; grandchildren, Jessica Spohn, Gina Crivelli, Sarah McPeak, and Elise McPeak; sister, Jaqueline Routch; nieces, nephews, and many dear friends. Friends may call at WOODYARD EAST CHAPEL, 2300 E. Livingston Ave. Monday 6-9 p.m. where a funeral service will be held Tuesday 1 p.m. Pastor Floyd Stolzenburg officiating. Interment Glen Rest cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family suggest contributions be directed to Grant/Riverside Hospice in memory of Franz Spohn.
STUMP Donald F. Stump, age 70, of Columbus, died Sunday, September 22, 2002 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. Retired Supervisor at Worthington Foods. Preceded in death by wife Lulu G. Stump, sons Don and John Stump. Survived by children, Donna Jean De'Carlo, William (Brigid) Stump and Robert Stump; brother and sisters, Tex O. Stump, Alice Koontz, Ellen Talbert and Ramee Mills; many nieces and nephews. U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War. An avid Buckeye Fan and wonderful father and grandfather. Funeral Service 8 p.m. Friday, September 27, 2002 at RUTHERFORD FUNERAL HOME, 2383 N. High St., Columbus, where friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday prior to the service. Rev. Lowell Lewis officiating. Interment 1 p.m. Saturday at Green Summit cemetery, Adelphia, Oh. The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Riverside Methodist Hospital for their loving care.
TAYLOR Sandra "Sandy" Taylor, age 57, of Columbus, Monday, September 23, 2002 at her residence. Born March 23, 1945 in Steubenville, she was a 1963 graduate of Steubenville High School and attended Columbus Business College. She was retired from the State of Ohio Accounting Department after 30 years service. Member of Church of Our Lady. Survived by daughter, Stacy (Scott) Notestine, Baltimore; son, Mark Taylor, Columbus; grandchildren, Taylor, twins Nicholas and Cody Notestine; mother, Amelia DiLorenzo, Steubenville; brother, John DiLorenzo, Cincinnati; 2 nieces. Preceded in death by father Sam DiLorenzo, sister Dianne DiLorenzo and fiance Larry Taylor. Friends may visit Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME, 650 W. Waterloo St., Canal Winchester, where funeral Mass will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday with Fr. William H. DeVille, Celebrant. Interment Lithopolis cemetery. Vigil service 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Friends who wish may contribute to the Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital, 300 W. 10th Ave., Suite 519, Columbus, Oh. 43210 in Sandy's memory. Online condolences available at www.spencefuneralhome.com.
THORNE Thais Ann Thorne, age 78, of Gahanna, on Saturday, September 21, 2002 at Mt. Carmel Medical Center. Loving wife, mother and grandmother. Member Mifflin Presbyterian Church. Attended The Ohio State University. Avid supporter of Gahanna Lincoln High School and Ohio State University Athletics. Preceded in death by husband Clarence "Scupps" Thorne, parents Roy B. and A. Hazel Harden. Survived by daughter, Nancy L. Thorne of Milford Center, Oh.; son, Robert H. Thorne of Park City, Ut.; grandsons, Bobby T. and Blake Thorne; cousins, Roselyn Eccard, Tom and Ned Harden; close friend, Myra LeRoy. Friends may call 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at SCHOEDINGER NORTHEAST CHAPEL, 1051 East Johnstown Road, Gahanna, where funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, September 25, 2002. Interment Mifflin Township cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Gahanna Lincoln High School Athletic Hall of Fame, c/o Denny Souder, 484 Old Mill Road, Gahanna, Oh. 43230 or Mifflin Presbyterian Church, 123 Granville Street, Gahanna, Oh. 43230 in Thais' memory. Please visit www.schoedinger.com to e-mail condolences.
VOGEL Thomas Andrew Vogel, died suddenly Saturday, 21 September 2002 in Manor At Whitehall. Born 14 August 1925 in Columbus, Oh., son of Alice Albright Vogel and Frank H. Vogel Sr. Attended St. Charles High School. Graduate Rosary High School, 1943. Attended John Carroll University, Cleveland, Oh. Veteran U.S. Army Air Force. Longtime resident of Chillicothe, Oh. Survived by brother, John J. of Seminole, Fla.; step-brother, Thomas T. Vogel, M.D.; and nieces/nephews, Alice Vogel DiNacola, William and Robert Vogel of Dayton, Oh., Nancy Vogel McAndrew of Toronto, Canada, Sally Vogel DeBor and Betsi Vogel Fackler of Washington, D.C., Thomas Baker Vogel of Antietam, Va., Joseph and Matthew Connors of Columbus, Karen Connors Brunavs of Atlanta, N.J., Philip Connors of Saddle River, N.J., Marian Connors Yankulov of Cincinnati, Oh., John Connors of Las Vegas, Nev., Thomas T. Vogel Jr. of Sao Paolo, Brazil, Catherine D. Vogel of Rego Park, N.Y., Mark P. Vogel of Cleveland, Oh., Dr. Nicola M. Vogel of Cleveland, Oh.; and many cousins. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Catharine Church, 500 S. Gould Rd., Columbus, Oh. 43209, 10 a.m. Wednesday, 25 September celebrated by Rev. Msgr. David V. Sorohan. Burial to follow in St. Joseph cemetery, 6440 S. High St., Lockbourne, Oh. in family plot. Viewing hours 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 403 E. Broad St. No flowers. Donations can be made in his name to Manor At Whitehall, St. Catharine Endowment Fund, Mt. Carmel Endowment Fund. Condolences available at www.egan-ryan.com.
WATSON Wayne H. Watson, age 86, of Gahanna, on Saturday, September 21, 2002 at Mercy Medical Center in Springfield, OH. Retired Computer Programmer/Analyst at DCSC. Member of Mifflin Presbyterian Church. Active member for 64 years Damascus Lodge #643, F&AM. Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy, WW II, Pacific Theatre. Graduate of the University of Toledo. Preceded in death by wife Betty Faye Watson. Survived by brother, E.W. "Bud" Watson of Fla.; nieces, nephews, cousins and many good friends. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Contributions may be made to a charity of your choice in Wayne's memory. Arrangements by SCHOEDINGER NORTHEAST CHAPEL, Gahanna.
WILLIAMS (KETTER) Helen Faye (Ketter) Williams, age 86, of Hilliard, formerly of Worthington, died Sunday, September 22, 2002 at the Mill Run Gardens & Care Center. She was preceded in death by her parents William J. and Hazel D. (McNeal) Rinnert and her husband Charles F. Ketter. Her survivors include her husband, Glyn Williams; 2 nephews and 2 nieces. She was a member of the Worthington United Methodist Church and a former office volunteer at the church. She was also a member of the Worthington Women's Club. A funeral service will be held 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 25, 2002 at the RUTHERFORD-CORBIN FUNERAL HOME, WORTHINGTON CHAPEL, 515 High St., Worthington with Rev. Alan Sippel officiating. Burial will follow in Walnut Grove cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. The family requests, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Worthington United Methodist Church, 600 High St., Worthington, Oh. 43085.
ZARBAUGH Geraldine R. Zarbaugh, age 78, of Groveport, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 22, 2002 at Winchester Place Nursing Home. Survived by Harry "Bud" Zarbaugh, loving husband of 56 years; brothers-in-law, John Zarbaugh and Robert (Janice) Zarbaugh, both of Groveport; sister-in-law, Louise (Wes) Denig, Ariz.; many nieces and nephews. Friends may visit 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME, 650 W. Waterloo St., Canal Winchester, where funeral will be 2:30 p.m. Thursday. Pastor William L. Snider officiating. Interment Union Grove cemetery. Online condolences available at www.spencefuneralhome.com.
ZEIGLER Fred A. Zeigler Jr., age 73, of Columbus, died Monday, September 23, 2002 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. Survived by wife, Harriet Ruth; sons, Jeffery of Fla. and Mark Zeigler of Cincinnati, OH., 6 step-children; 10 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; sister, Delores Bradley of Delaware, OH. Preceded in death by daughter Dorothy and sisters Dolly Thompson and Maryann Holmes. Mr. Zeigler was retired from the State of Ohio, Department of Agriculture. A memorial service is pending at Seton Square North's Chapel. Arrangements by SCHOEDINGER WORTHINGTON CHAPEL.
BIGGERS Kimberly Lanette Biggers, age 27, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, September 22, 2002 at OSU Hospital. She was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. Predeceased by her unborn child, grandmother Gladys Biggers, aunts Virginia and Earthalene and uncles Sherman and Henry. Survived by husband, Russell Franks; mother, Yvonne (David) Biggers; father, Willie Wagner; sister, Tammy (Richard) Biggers; grandmother, Eloise Rakes of W.Va.; niece, Teonna Biggers; nephews, Marquese Biggers and Rashad Spikes; best friend, Tamika Farmer; many aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Celebration of Life Service 7 p.m. Thursday, September 26, 2002 at J. MARTIN SMITH MORTUARY, 1173 E. Hudson St., 447-9383. Elder Janet Farmer officiating. Family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until time of service. Interment 10 a.m. Friday, Eastlawn cemetery. Funeral director Jackie Smith.
BRADLEY Willie J. "Jimmy" Bradley, age 38, went home to be with the Lord on September 23, 2002. He was born in Akron, Oh. on December 30, 1963 to Carolyn Johnson Bradley and the late Joe Louis Bradley. He was an employee of ARC Industries West of Franklin County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities in Columbus, Oh. He is preceded in death by maternal grandparents Willie James and Lou Jessie Johnson of Akron, Oh., paternal grandparents Willie James and Mattie Bradley of Evergreen, Ala. and father Joe Louis Bradley of Akron, Oh. He is survived by mother, Carolyn Johnson Bradley of Columbus, Oh.; 3 brothers, Robert Lee "Muhammad" (Lecia) Brown Jr., Kevin Louis Cole and Mark Anthony (Rebecca) Brown, all of Lansing, Mich.; sister, Joetta Bradley of Columbus, Oh.; nieces, Deirdra, Crystal and Ariel; nephews, Brandon and Anthony; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and special family friends, Terry (Yvonda) Mack and children, and Dr. Robert Ecker and staff of Central Ohio Provider Physicians. Home going service Friday 12noon, Faith Ministries Church, 2747 Agler Rd., Columbus, Oh., 614-416-8500. Dr. C. Dexter Wise III officiating. Mr. Bradley will lie in state Friday after 10 a.m. in the church, where the family will receive friends 11 a.m. until time of service. Interment Green Lawn cemetery. Condolences may be sent to 519 Clark Ave., Columbus, Oh. 43223 and in lieu of flowers, please send donations to Franklin County Mental Retardation & Developmental Disabilities, Attn. Cathy Hutzel of RESPITE Program, Extension Program, ARC West Workshop, 2879 Johnstown Rd., Columbus, Oh. 43219. Service entrusted to DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long St.
BROWN Thomas L. Brown, age 69, of Millersport, Oh., passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2002 at Licking Memorial Hospital, Newark. Born September 2, 1933 in Cleveland, Oh. to the late Walberg and Martha (Blood) Brown, he was a long time resident of central Ohio, most recently of the Buckeye Lake area and a member of the VFW Post #1388. Survivors include his daughter, Nancy M. Metski of Heath; grandchildren, Christina L. Rinehart (fiancee, Albert Price), Shawna M. (James Michael) Bell, Brenda J. (Michael) Smith, Leonard R. (Ann) Miller II and Richard L. (Tammy) McCall Jr.; great-grandchildren, Justin and Kyle Smith, Emily and Olivia Rinehart, and James M. "Mikey" Bell Jr.; brother, Dennis (Barbara) Brown of N. Olmsted, Oh.; sister, Marcia Early of Columbus; and many nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years Mildred "Midge" Brown, who passed away June 14, 2002, daughter Beulah M. Crabtree and son Richard L. McCall. Funeral service will be Saturday, September 29, 2002 at 10 a.m. at the BORING-SHERIDAN FUNERAL HOME, Hebron Chapel with Rev. David Moody officiating. Burial will follow at Millersport cemetery. Friends may call Friday from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home, 108 N. 7th St., Hebron. Memorial contributions may be made to the Greater Buckeye Lake Museum, 4729 Walnut Rd., Buckeye Lake, Oh. 43008.
CASPER Sue Storz Casper, of Columbus, born on February 4, 1945, passed to the hands of the Lord suddenly on September 23, 2002 at Mt. Carmel West. Suzie was a member of Central College Presbyterian Church where she sang in the Chancel Choir. She was a legal secretary at Reminger & Reminger Attorneys at Law and enjoyed playing piano. Preceded in death by mother Lucielle Storz. Survived by father, Leo Storz; daughter, Christine and Robert Young of Westerville; grandchildren, Katie Young, Tyler Young and Haley Young; and other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the HILL FUNERAL HOME, 220 S. State St., Westerville, 4-7 p.m. Thursday, where service will be held 7 p.m. Thursday. The Rev. Dr. Richard Ellsworth officiating. Private family interment Forest Lawn cemetery. Friends may contribute in her memory to The American Lung Association, 1950 Arlington Lane, Columbus, Oh. 43228-4102.
CHALFAN Olive M. Chalfan, age 63, passed away September 24, 2002 at Mt. Carmel Medical Center. Preceded in death by husband Joseph Chalfan. Survived by daughter, Kimberly Barber; son, Ralph Barber; grandchildren, Dalton Hampshire, Brett Barber, Brent Reed and Brian Reed; 3 great-grandchildren; mother, Garnetta (Shirden) Parsley; sisters, Roberta Smith, Cathy Ryan and Gail Smith; brother, Harold Smith. Friends may call at the O.R. WOODYARD CO. CHAPEL, 1346 S. High St., Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., where the funeral service will be held Saturday 10:30 a.m. Dr. William L. Snider officiating. Interment Forest Lawn cemetery.
DELONG Marcella Delong, age 62, passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2002 at Minerva Park Nursing Home. Preceded in death by daughter Sheila Kay Delong, grandson John S. "Sam" Delong, parents Jonathon and Helen (Horn) Justice, brothers and sisters. Survived by husband, Bobby Joe Delong of Columbus; son, Brian K. and Brenda L. (Morando) Delong; daughter, Gwen (David) Skeen of Pataskala; grandchildren, Sandy and Brian Delong of Columbus; brother, sisters, nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at NEWCOMER-FARLEY FUNERAL HOME, 3047 E. Dublin-Granville Rd., Columbus. A Moose service will be conducted at 7:30 p.m. Funeral service Friday 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Rev. Edwin Lewis officiating. Interment Northlawn Memory Gardens, Westerville. Messages of condolences can be left at www.funeralvalue.com.
DRAPER Mr. Robert L. Draper, age 73, Saturday, September 27, 2002 at V.A. Hospital, Dayton, Oh. Born October 17, 1928, Wilcoe, W.Va. U.S. Army Veteran, Korean Conflict. Former U.S. Postal Letter Carrier. Member of Smyrna Baptist Church. Preceded in death by parents John L. Draper and Lois Harper. Survived by children, Charles Draper, Daryl Draper, Rhonda (Lawrence) Brown, all of Mich., Eldon Draper, Marion, Oh.; brothers, Harry E. White, Alex, Va., Thomas (Velma) Draper, Cleveland, Oh.; sisters, Lorine (Albert) Smith, Columbus, Norma Jean Harper, E. Orange, N.J.; grandchildren, Lawrence and Lauren Brown; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral service Friday 12noon, Smyrna Baptist Church, 1402 Smith Rd. Pastor Fred L. Marshall officiating. Friends may call Friday after 10 a.m. at the church, where the family will receive friends 11 a.m. until time of service. Interment Green Lawn cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to CALIMAN FUNERAL SERVICE, 3700 Refugee Rd., 338-1965.
