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Emory Crum Obituary

CRUM Emory "Pete" A. Crum, age 94, passed away on Friday, August 5, 2011 at Columbus West Park Nursing Home. He was born on July 1, 1917 in Mt. Hope, West Virginia. He was the son of the late William T. and Nora Ellen (Thornhill) Crum. Pete was a member of the Pleasant View Baptist Church since 1974. He served as a Sunday school teacher for many years. He retired from General Motors and was a veteran of World War II. In addition to his parents Pete was preceded in death by his loving wife Dorothy (Hill) Crum, a sister Carrie Hinkle, and five brothers Jim, Roy, Lee, Luther and Emmett Crum. Those left to cherish his memory are two very special friends, Margaret Ann and James "Buck" Spadaro who have been like a daughter and son. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, and friends. Our special thanks to the staff at Columbus West Park Nursing Home and to Odyssey Hospice. Friends who wish may contribute in Pete's memory to Odyssey Hospice, 540 Officecenter Place, Suite 100, Gahanna, Ohio 43230. Friends may call on Monday, August 8, 2011 from 10 a.m. until time of funeral service at 11 a.m. at the SCHOEDINGER HILLTOP CHAPEL, 3030 West Broad St., Columbus, Ohio. Pastor Jim Blankenship officiating. Interment with will follow at Sunset Cemetery, Galloway, Ohio. Please visit www.schoedinger.com to share a special memory of Pete.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Aug. 5 to Aug. 7, 2011.

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Kristan Vaughn

August 9, 2011

My Golden Retriever, Buddy, and I visit West Park about once a week. I was so sad to hear that Pete passed away. I truly enjoyed talking to him. His family and friends will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Paul Buchholtz

August 6, 2011

My condolences to Pete's family on the passing of a fine gentleman. Pete was my father's roomate for a time at Columbus West Park until my father passed away in 2001. What a great team they made. Pete was a bit confused about where he was and why but he was spry and could get around nicely. My dad had suffered a stroke and knew where he was but couldn't get around well. When it was time to eat, dad would tell where to go and Pete would get them there. Our family was always grateful for Pete's help. We are sorry for the loss of a good man.

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