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Gregory Tilton Obituary

TILTON Gregory M. Tilton, PFC, US Army, age 20, of Worthington, Thursday, November 26, 2009 in Fort Riley, KS. He was born in Columbus, OH on December 15, 1988. He graduated from Thomas Worthington High School and attended Columbus State Community College. He graduated Army Basic Training in Fort Benning in June 2008. Greg served one tour in Operation Iraqi Freedom returning in October 2009. His awards from the Army were the Army Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Iraqi Campaign Medal with the Bronze Star, Army Service Ribbon and the Overseas Service Ribbon. He was preceded in death by grandparents Glenda Tilton and Lee Perry. Survived by wife, Molly; parents, Tim and Brenda Tilton; brothers, Jeff and Bradlee; grandparents, Ward (Pat) Tilton and Marlyn Perry. He is also survived by Molly's parents, Darrell and Beth Baird; brothers, Ben and Ryan; sisters, Emilie and Eva; grandfather, Dr. Jon Pensyl; numerous beloved uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces and friends. Visitation will be from 5-9 p.m. Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at RUTHERFORD-CORBIN FUNERAL HOME, 515 High Street, Worthington, Ohio. Funeral Service will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, December 10, 2009 at Worthington United Methodist Church, 600 High Street, Worthington, OH with interment to follow at Blendon Central Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Fisher House Foundation, Inc., 111 Rockville Pike, Suite 420, Rockville, MD 20850-5168 to assist soldiers with PTSD. Online Condolences to: www.RutherfordFuneralHome.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Dec. 6 to Dec. 8, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
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September 1, 2022

I had a dream about him last night, it was so real and I just want to say not a day goes by he isn't loved and missed. Sweet Greg

mak zemba

January 9, 2010

Dear Tilton family and Molly,
I am very sorry to hear about Greg..You are and will be in my prayers for a while..I still refer Greg as my closest and best friend out there..It has been really tough becuase he has constantly been on my mind alot..I would like to maybe spend a day with you all in Columbus sometime within the next few weeks hopefully

Morgan Nichols

December 19, 2009

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Tilton and Family,

Your family has suffered a great loss
I will keep you in my thoughts

Mary Grace Hitzemann

December 15, 2009

Molly, Tim, Brenda, Jeff, Bradlee. It's hard to believe that a week has gone by since the funeral and now today is Greg's birthday, same as mine. I will always remember Greg as a great kid and brave soldier for our country. You all will be in my prayers for a long time.

Cindy Thole-Walp

December 14, 2009

Dear Tim and family,
Linda (Thole) sent us the sad news. How brave Greg was to fight on our behalf. If he was anything like you Tim, he must have been an amazing man. I pray Greg's devotion to the armed services and this great country will be remembered for many years. My prayers are with you all during this sad time.

Julia (Kaels wife) Leather

December 10, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Christian (Parker) Goosby

December 10, 2009

Dear Tilton Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. My family and I shared the honor in spending some wonderful times with Greg and he was an awesome kid, who will truly be missed. You are and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

Ginger West

December 10, 2009

My deepest condolences to all of you at this most tragic time. As the Grandmother of a 21 year old Marine, my heart is extra heavy. Please know you are on my heart, in my thoughts and prayers.

David Van Fossen

December 10, 2009

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Tilton, Molly, and family,

I am very sorry for your loss. I didn't know Greg well, but I graduated with him from Thomas. He seemed like a friendly and well-liked person, and his service to our country is appreciated. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

With heartfelt condolences,
David A. Van Fossen

Greg w/ Rodriguez and Burnett

December 9, 2009

To Molly and the Tilton Family,
Greg was an outstanding Soldier. It was an honor to serve with him and we all miss him. He served admirably throughout our deployment to Iraq and we are better men and Soldiers for having known him. We're sorry we couldn't make it for the funeral due to the snow storm, but you're all in our thoughts and prayers.
Respectfully,
Cory Roberts,
CPT, IN
Commanding

December 9, 2009

Tim and family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.

The Wass Family

December 9, 2009

Dear Molly, Tim, Brenda, Jeff, Bradlee, and family:

I am so grateful I got to meet Greg. Please accept my condolences to each one of you. Blessings on you all.

~Janet Keller, Worthington, Ohio

Joni Fuller

December 9, 2009

Dear Brenda and Tim, how my heart aches for you and your sons. How I wish I could take your pain away. I pray that God sends you angels to help you through this difficult time as I know that Greg is now in the arms of the Lord. My love for you and your family I send and hope that it will wrap around you and give you comfort. You will always have a special place in my heart.
Love, Joni

December 9, 2009

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Tilton and Family,

Our most sincere sympathy in the passing of your son, Gregory. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely and God Bless,
Buckeye Military Moms, Chapter 9
Blue Star Mothers

Stefany

December 8, 2009

From a family of the 82nd Airborne, thank you for your sevice to our county. Your family has suffered a great loss. May they be comforted knowing you are in a better place.

Kael Leather

December 8, 2009

Tim, Brenda, Jeff and Bradlee, I was heartbroken to hear of your loss. Greg was a wonderful person and brave soldier for our country. He will truly be missed. My heart goes out to each of you.

Josie Hopkins

December 8, 2009

Tim and Brenda,

My hearts aches for you! I know whats its like to loose a son and
there are no words to say how sorry I am for you and the kids.
Your in my prayers! ....Josie Hopkins from Dr. Wicks office

December 8, 2009

Tim and Brenda,

My hearts aches for you! I know whats its like to loose a son and
there are no words to say how sorry I am for you and the kids.
Your in my prayers! ....Josie Hopkins from Dr. Wicks office

December 7, 2009

Brenda, Tim & Family: My deepest condolences to all of you. My heart breaks for you; I hope and pray that you are able to find solutide and comfort in your family & friends.
Rose M. Smeltzer
(Peg Gulker's sister)

John A. Lewandowski

December 7, 2009

I served with Greg in Iraq. He truly was a great person, and a great friend. I will never forget him. Please accept my most sincere condolences for your loss.

Becky Branch

December 7, 2009

My heart goes out to all of Gregs family and friends. I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

December 7, 2009

Tim, Brenda, Jeff, Andy, and family,

We were so very, very sad to hear of Greg's recent death. Your hearts must be broken....

Linda and Ted Beegle

Rita Westerman

December 7, 2009

To the family of Gregory, you have my thoughts and prayers in his passing. I will remember him at Mass tomorrow, at St Michael Church , in Worthington.
Rita Westerman, Westerville, Ohio

Jon Pensyl

December 7, 2009

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Tilton and family,
I am Molly's grandfather, and although we have not met as yet, I want you to know that our family shares in your grief, and my prayer is that all of us can find a sense of peace in the midst of all our sorrow. Greg will surely be missed as a husband, a son, a brother, and as a friend.
Dr. Jon Pensyl

Steve Feustel

December 7, 2009

Tim,
I was sorry to hear about your loss. Our family's prayers are with you and your family.

Susan Knopp

December 7, 2009

Dear Tim, Brenda, and family, please accept my deepest condolences. I am praying for you during this terrible time.

Tim Antoniak

December 7, 2009

Tim sorry to hear of the passing of your son. Our prayers are with you and your Family during your time of sorrow.

Amy LaCorte

December 6, 2009

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Lisa Hemmrich

December 6, 2009

Brenda, Tim, and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayer.

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