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Marla Honabarger Obituary

Marla S.
Honabarger
A celebration of her life will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. in Gateway Church, 3056 Raymond Ave., Greentown, Ohio 44685 with the Honorable Urie Hershberger officiating. Visitation with the family will be held two hours prior to the service from 12p.m.-2p.m. in the church. Those wishing to send their condolences or share a fond memory may sign the Reed online guestbook at www.reedfuneralhome.com
Reed, 330-477-6721

Published by The Repository on Sep. 11, 2014.
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Arlene Paxson

Friend

September 4, 2023

I miss my friend Marla. Never without a giggle or a smile to make our day. Such a bubbling personality. Never will forget the good times we shared. Rest In Peace me dear friend. Love you still.

Roseann Eustathios

Coworker

September 4, 2019

Marla is truly missed at the Mercy desk! She always had a kind word and smile! Beautiful soul that let her light shine! Rip my friend!

Janet Henning

September 21, 2014

My sincere condolences and prayers for continued comfort in the days ahead. Marla will be missed around here. Heaven's gates have gained an enthusiastic greeter!

Diane Argueta

September 21, 2014

I met Marla in 1972 while we were both working for AEP. She was a wonderful friend and a wonderful person. I will miss our phone conversations, she would call me often or I would call her. I am in Florida and did not know until 9/16/14. I am so very sorry. I know she loved her family dearly.

Arlene Paxson

September 17, 2014

I met Marla many years ago when she registered me for my mammogram at Mercy Hospital. We had an instant bond and looked forward to seeing each other every year. I am from Coshocton, so since she had family here in the county, we would talk about that. I also loved hearing about her children and she just beamed with pride. We also had a special bond as sisters in Christ! She said to me the first time we met that she could tell I was a Christian and that meant so much! And I knew right away that she was also! She always had Gods light shining bright and I know she is in Heaven walking with God now! I am so sorry for your loss, but I know God will give you the peace and strength you need each and every day! She was a very special lady!

Sherri Wiandt

September 17, 2014

Tana Garaux

September 17, 2014

Neil, Aaron & Jason & Julie, Daryl & Families,
So sorry for your loss. I just spoke wit Marla on the phone, and she told me what a great time she had at the wedding she attended.We talked for awhile, and had a great conversation.I'm so priviledged to have had her in my life, as such a great friend to Denny & I. We will truly miss Marla.God's peace, and he is near the broken- in- heart and he bindeth up their wounds. Much Love, Denny & Patty Mayle.

Denny & Patty Mayle

September 16, 2014

anyone of us ladys who had mammagrams and know the fears we have,she made those fears disappear by her smile and kind words.She will be deeply missed.
Judy Bucher

Judy Bucher

September 16, 2014

We will forever miss Marla-for her genuine loving spirit and her deep abiding walk with Jesus. She is now in glory and knows no sorry or fear...only unspeakable joy and peace!! But our lives are not as full as they were before since she was such a bright light in this world. We can remember her and honor her and maintain her beautiful legacy! We are praying for Neal and the family-for their healing and comfort!! God bless you all!!

Eileen Banet

September 14, 2014

Words can't express how deeply sorry I am. For the short time I knew Marla she had a kindred spirit about her that I know was rare these days. She was truly a beautiful person.

Debby Ralston

September 14, 2014

The King Family

September 13, 2014

AJ Honabarger

September 12, 2014

We were so shocked by Marla's passing. The last time I saw her was in Dec. when I was sitting in the lobby of the hospital waiting for a ride home after being in a car accident. I was not feeling so good after breaking my patella. Marla walked by and saw me, she stopped and prayed for me and waited with me until my husband came. I appreciated that so much.

Vince and Gail Phillips

September 12, 2014

Neal and family,
We are so sorry for your loss.You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Melvin,Irene and Sandra Scherer

Irene Scherer

September 12, 2014

To Marla's family, my deepest sympathy. I met her when I worked at Mercy and then would see her when I would come in for my mammogram. She was so vibrant and I remember how she loved lighthouses. May her memory be eternal!

Sophia J. Orphan

September 12, 2014

Marla rest in peace among the gorgeous heaven gardens , your contagious love and laughter will never be forgotten lots of luv til we meet again sandy

Sandy Adams

September 11, 2014

Neal and family

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of you'll loved one. The wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, aunt, friend and so forth to many. I know she will be truly missed. Prayers for all of you.

Felicia Ray

September 11, 2014

Dear Neal and Family: We were so shocked to learn of Marla's passing. What fun we had working together at AEP. She always made everyone laugh. May God have mercy on her soul. We will be thinking of all of Neal. Nick and I won't be able to make the calling hours or funeral as he just came home this week from skilled nursing. You are in our prayers!
Nick and Roseann Eustathios

September 11, 2014

Dear Neal, Aaron, Jason and Julie,
My deepest condolences. Marla was beautiful, inside and out. She was sensitive to the needs in others and gave herself freely. What a friend!

Irene Conrad

September 11, 2014

The Honabarger Family, Marla and I were best friends all through grade school at Clarendon and high school. We had such fun together at the last high school reunion. What a great lady. She will be sadly missed.

Carla Petty

September 11, 2014

My condolences to the family. Marla (Kahler) always sat right behind me in home room at Lincoln High School. We always laughed the first day of school. Marla was one of the nicest, friendliest people I knew. May she rest in peace.

Billy Johnson

September 11, 2014

Neal & Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

debra marich-data

September 11, 2014

Neal
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

debra marich-data

September 11, 2014

My heart is broken with the passing of a dear friend & Christian lady....but she knew jesus & the only way into the pearly gates is thru jesus....I say it's not where you have spent your life here on earth but where are you spending eternity....let's all go & be greeted by her wonderful smile when it's our turn ...we will all meet in the morning... prayers to the family but always in God's grip...CRYSTAL (SHAFFER) MIRAGLIA

CRYSTAL MIRAGLIA

September 11, 2014

Dear Neal and Family,
I grieve with your family over your great loss. Marla ( well, I called her Marla Mae) enjoyed life and truly loved her family and her Lord! She was a prayer warrior and cared so much for everyone. She was the perfect person for the job she held at Mercy as she welcomed many people daily. Her warm smile showed how much she cared. And her laugh was so contagious!

I am sorry that I will no longer be able to say "Good Morning, Marla Mae" as I walk past her desk. I'm sure I will be saying it in my heart. I have no doubt that she now dances with our Lord in her new home. May God bless all of you as you remember how much she loves each one of you!

Linda Sims

September 10, 2014

Neal, Please accept my condolences--for you & all of your family---in the loss of someone who sounds very special. I am so very sorry.

Becky Boyd Stockum

September 10, 2014

Dear Honabarger Family, Marla never met a stranger. she had the perfect job. A smile & a kind word to every one that came up to the desk.I pray for God comfort to cover your family.God said he would never leave you or forsake you.

Dorothy Young

September 10, 2014

Marla was a great person with a contageous smile and wonderful personality. We will miss her at work. She will always be remembered as a great friend and co worker.

Lilly Jefferson and Cindy Babe (Warner)

September 10, 2014

I am so sad to hear the loss of such a good friend of mine. Marla was a very classy lady. When I worked at Mercy I would see her daily. We would alway talk about the grand children and the McKinley Bull Dogs. Marla rest in peace I will miss seeing you.

Love ya,
Yvonne Roddy Canton, Ohio

September 10, 2014

Neal & family -
I am so shocked to see this. I don't know what to say other than I am so sorry for your loss. I have known all of you for a long time and I know you will miss her very much. I know she loved you and her children and grandchildren very much. I also know she is with her Lord and Savior, Jesus. You now have an angel above to protect, love, and guide you all the rest of your lives. I KNOW you will see her again. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless

Kitty Shourds McClelland

September 10, 2014

Have many wonderful memories of Marla with working her at Mercy, she will be dearly missed, always had a smile and kind words. Carol Mulheim

September 10, 2014

Dear Neal, Aaron, Jason and Julie, Our world has lost a most wonderful person. Marla has been such a good friend and former neighbor all these years and she will be sorely missed. You should know that she is so proud of her family and talked about all of you all the time (with pictures to go with it). My prayers are with all of you.

Therese Esmont

September 10, 2014

My deepest sympathies to Marla's family. I am deeply saddened to hear of her passing. Marla is a beautiful lady that could light up a room with her laugh and many hugs she gave to everyone. I enjoyed working with her as she always could bring a smile to everyone's face. You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Tana Garaux

September 10, 2014

Neal and family -
Please accept my most sincere condolences. May each of you find peace in your many pleasant memories and in the knowledge that Marla now rests comfortably in the arms of the angels.

John Bachtel

September 10, 2014

Marla, Im going to miss calling in and not hearing your voice. You and I always made each other laugh and life are spirits if we was having a bad day. You was a friend to one and all Im going to remember u as a bright and shining star. You will be missed by your family but your heart and spirit will be with them forever. love you my dear friend!

Trudy Murtz

September 10, 2014

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