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Martha Graeler Obituary

Martha Jane Graeler

LANCASTER: Martha Jane Graeler, 86, of Lancaster, passed on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at Grant Medical Center in Columbus. Born in Chesterhill, Ohio on January 29, 1928 to the late Lee and Ina Woodward, Jane was a loving mother and proud grandmother and great-grandmother.

She will be greatly missed by her daughter, Sue (Tom) Petty; grandchildren, Shea Scott (Lee Williams) Petty, Bert (Jeannie Pyper) Petty, and Liza (Jamie) Petty Cox; great-grandchildren, Tyri Williams, Ocean Williams, and Linkin Scott Petty; niece, Marlita Woodward Doone; best friend and self-proclaimed sister, Milli Kocks; and her faithful companions, Leonard, Bob and Peaches.

Jane was reunited with her devoted husband, Marvin W. Graeler; her beloved son, Scott Edward Graeler; and her brother, Edward L. Woodward.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by the DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, Pickerington.

Because she was an animal rescuer, donations can be made in Jane's memory to the Fairfield Area Humane Society, 1721 Granville Pike, PO Box 1109 Lancaster, OH 43130. Donations can also be made to Meals on Wheels- Older Adult Alternatives of Fairfield Co. Inc. 253 Boving Rd. Lancaster, OH 43130 in appreciation for the services they provided for her.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Sherrie, Hope, and Cindy from Caretenders VNA for the loving care they provided Jane. Online condolences at www.spencefuneralhome.com

Published by Lancaster Eagle-Gazette on Jan. 25, 2015.
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Met Mrs. Graeler through the Petty family. I truly enjoyed our conversations with her at her grandsons ball games, as they were classmates of my son's. She was truly a sweet, kind lady and I am grateful for having known her and her wonderful family.

Mari Lyons

January 29, 2015

So sorry to hear of your loss. Sue, your mother was a lovely lady and she will be sorely missed. May God Bless you and keep you during the days ahead.

Brenda and Jon Stepp

January 25, 2015

Susie, My sister Judy let me know about your Mom. I am so sorry and feel as though I have been given another blow in the heart as I know you have too. I was getting ready to get her birthday card in the mail. I have so much I want to say that I think best that I write you a letter. Your Mom and I had so many good memories that I want to share with you and with Millie as well. I know how much you and your family meant to her as well as Millie did. We were good friends, but lost touch through the years, but always stayed in touch around birthday time. I just read the letter she wrote to me last year on my birthday, but she didn't say anything about the kids. There was no date on the letter, so maybe it was another year that I kept.I will be in touch soon and Phil and I will keep you and your family in our prayers. I love you Susie and your family too. Jo Ellen

Jo Ellen Adcox

January 25, 2015

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