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Jill Diane Arp

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ARP Jill Diane, age 41, of Reynoldsburg passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2008. She was a lifetime Reynoldsburg resident, deeply involved with her family, community, and the Reynoldsburg United Methodist Church. She was a volunteer within Reynoldsburg schools, an active member of the Emmaus community, and a member of the Dorcas circle. Jill's outer radiance was only surpassed by the inner beauty she shared with family and friends. Her unselfish nature and loving soul was felt by everyone she met. Jill is preceded in death by her mother Virginia Sharps, grandparents Lois and Paul Sharps and James and Doloris Pickering. She is survived by her husband Chris and children Michael, Megan, and Joshua Arp; her parents Jim and Paula Sharps; brother Jeff (Robin) Sharps; step-sisters Debbie Ohler and Beth (Brian) Meek. Her family will receive friends Friday from 5-8 p.m. at Cotner Funeral Home, 7369 E. Main St. Her memorial service will be Saturday at 10 a.m. at Reynoldsburg United Methodist Church, 1636 Graham Rd. Messages may be sent to her family at www.cotnerfuneralhome.com. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 30 to Oct. 31, 2008.

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mike murrey

October 26, 2009

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tori rinehart

April 23, 2009

hello I am so sorry for your loss and she was very pretty I am josh's friend and I fill bad for him and hope you guys are all right.

josh arp

April 23, 2009

hi it is josh arp and i just wont to say thank you all for the notes and being there for us thank u all.

Mary Karga

January 6, 2009

I am deeply saddened and shocked to learn of such a loss. Although I did not really know Jill, she came across as a very genuine and caring person. My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.

Tyler Hutto

November 17, 2008

i remember jill babysitting me when i was younger. and i remember seeing her in the summertime. its all so sad. sorry about your loss megan and josh

Mary Brienzi

November 14, 2008

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Linda (Traylor) Massey

November 13, 2008

I am deeply saddened by Jill's passing. She was a wonderful person, and it is evident that she touched many lives. I remember her from the halls of RHS. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this very difficult time. I'm sure that she will be greatly missed.

Kim Clark-Siefke

November 11, 2008

I am so sad to learn of Jill's passing. Jill & I attended school from Herbert Mills through RHS...I will always remember her infectious smile! Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Kim (Clark) Siefke and Phil, Amanda, Nick, Taylor & Logan

JASON PLANK

November 11, 2008

CHRIS, MIKE, AND FAMILY,
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU!

Kaleen Linneer-Talley

November 10, 2008

Sharps and Arp Family - Im sad to hear of your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Angella Berry

November 9, 2008

Chris, Michael, Megan and Josh,
We are so sorry for your loss. Jill was such a wonderful person. She will be missed dearly.

Ray and Angella Berry (Hutto)
Cory, Tyler, Blake and Brooke

The Grimm Family

November 7, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jill will be deeply missed by all. The service was simply beautiful. I am positive Jill was looking down on us all with love. You will be truly missed my friend and never forgotten!

George & Deborah Weller

November 7, 2008

To the Sharps and Arp family

We are saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

God Bless,
The Weller family

November 5, 2008

Ivan Burley,

I wish you and your family all the best during these unfortunate times.

My condolences

Becky Jones-Velliquette

November 3, 2008

To the Sharps and Arp family and friends,

I was so saddened to hear about Jill. She was a beautiful person. We went thru the Reynoldsburg Schools from the beginning. I remember her since Herbert Mills Elementary. I know she was a wonderful mother, wife and friend. God Bless all of you during this very difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Andy Van Buren

November 3, 2008

Jim, Jeff,
I am very saddend by this news and I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember your family babysitting me and how wonderful you all were to me.

Tiffany (Miller) Hall and Family

November 3, 2008

To the Arp and Sharp families,
I was shocked to hear the tragic news of Jill's untimely death. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Lisa Kesig (Hoblick)

November 3, 2008

Chris, You and your children are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lisa Bryan

November 3, 2008

To the Arp family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of Jill from RHS days. She was very kind, so sweet, and beautiful. You all are in my prayers.

Holly Cundiff

November 2, 2008

Dear Chris,Mike,Megan and Josh, I will always remember Jill and will miss our walks. She was an amazing friend, she was there for me when my sister in law, Stephanie died. Jill knew her well. She listened to my endless chatter and planning for my daughter Brittany's wedding. I will miss her very much. She was a great person and she was very proud of all of her children. She will be greatly missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Steve, Ann, Josh, Nick, Tommy, and Leah Sasfy

November 2, 2008

Chris and family,

Our deepest heartfelt sympathy for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Heather (Colligan) and Mark Mullenax

November 2, 2008

To the Arp and Sharp Families,
We were very sad to hear the news. Our thought are with you. Jill was a sweet, beautiful person and we will always remember her.
Mark, Heather, Hayden, Connor, Caroline and Grace Mullenax

Catherine Canada

November 1, 2008

Chris and Family; Jeff and Family,

Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our prayers are with you now and in the days and weeks to come.

The Canada Family

November 1, 2008

To the Arp and Sharp families

All of us send our Deepest Sympathy on the loss of your precious loved one Jill. It has been some time since we have seen Jill, but we all remember her so well. She always had a beautiful smile that could warm anyones heart and was such a beautiful person to know. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Linda Tokar (Casteel) Adam Hays, Stephanie Hays and Cassie Casteel

Emily Bahnick

November 1, 2008

To the Arp family,
Jill was an amazing person. You know if you needed to talk to anyone, she'd be the one to listen. I am so sad she's gone, and I wish she could be here. I will miss her thoughtfulness, and loving personality. You are all so lucky to have such a wonderful woman in your family. Ryan and I will continue to pray for you all.

Sherri Starr

November 1, 2008

To the Arp and Sharp Families,
I am so sorry for your loss. Jill brightened every room she entered and was a friend to everyone. I saw Jill over the summer and she was as radiant as she was in High School. She will be sadly missed by all
Sherri (Faughn) Starr

Saundra Heemsoth (Bowery)

November 1, 2008

To the Arp and Sharp families
You are in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest sympathy.

Tracy Greenwalt

November 1, 2008

The Arp and Sharp Families-
I am so sorry to hear about Jill. We attended kindergarten through high school together. She was always a beautiful person inside and out. My thoughts and prayers are with your families.

Becky Jones

November 1, 2008

To the family, friends and loved ones;

I was so saddened to hear about this tremendous loss. We have lost a beautiful angel but God has received His most precious gift. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Jill was one of the most sweetest girls I have ever met. We went to school together from the beginning. She never had a negative word to speak towards anyone. She held her grace always like the beautiful woman she was. She will always be loved, remebered and missed.

(Dr.) Laura Houser

October 31, 2008

To the Arp and Sharp families,

I am so sad for you. It has been some time since I have seen Jill, but I remember her well. She was a beautiful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Stephanie & Jamie Chenoweth

October 31, 2008

To the Arp and Sharp families, I am very sorry!! I went to school with Jill for many years and I always remember how friendly she was to everyone. Please know that my family is praying for you all. Stephanie(Hardesty), Jamie, Isaac, and Abigail

The Sinopoli Family

October 31, 2008

Michael and all the Arp Family,
We were saddened here on the East Coast to hear of your mom's passing. She was so proud of you! We communicated via e-mail about you for years and I felt as though I knew her well. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are vith you.

Jennifer Zatta-Greusel

October 31, 2008

THE ARP AND SHARP FAMILIES,
I am saddened by your loss. Ihave nothing but wonderful memories of Jill throughout school. What a special person. My prayers are with you.

Cindy Potts

October 31, 2008

Arp Family, We truly missed you all when you moved. I missed seeing your mom walk the dog or being with Josh outside. She is truly, missed and loved by all. Your in our thoughts and prayers. The Potts Family

Tim Skofield

October 31, 2008

Upon hearing this, a bit of a cloud was over me today. I knew Jill in high school, but didnt know her. I remember her always being so nice and always willing to talk to this nerdy guy. My prayers are with you tonight.

Buddy White

October 31, 2008

Hi Chris,

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are definitely in my prayers. If there is anything that I can do for you and yours, please do not hesitate to let me know.

Your friend and colleague,

Lisa Eubanks

October 31, 2008

To the Sharp family,
I hope that God gives you strength during this difficult time. Jill did so many positive things during her life and left much of an impact on many. My family and I are thinking of you.

Denise (Kostora) Duckworth

October 31, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Jill was a kind and beautiful person. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Steve Brenner

October 31, 2008

Jeff, Arp and Sharps families,

I am so sorry to hear about Jill. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Mark Cook

October 31, 2008

To the Arp Family,

You are in my thoughts and prayers. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you need anything.

Taylor Blackburn

October 31, 2008

Coach Arp and family,
My condolences to all of you in this difficult time. All of you will feel the love of the city that you and Jill embraced for so many years.

Craig Starr

October 31, 2008

Wow it's evident by this guest book that Jill touched so many people's life's. From another member of the class of "85" my deepest sympathies to the Arp family. God Bless you all.

Tamyra Lynn Earehart (Goble)

October 31, 2008

Like all of you I was shocked and saddened to here of the loss of such a beautiful caring and enjoyable human being. Please everyone take the time to realize there are a lot of people who care about you. Life is precious so take the time to let all the good people in the world know they are appreciated. I think about all of you I went to high school with frequently, almost everyone there touched my life in some way and made me who I am today. Thank you. Jill you were one of those people you touched my heart so many years ago with how much you openly cared about your friends. You are truly missed.

Shari Boston

October 31, 2008

Chris, Mike, Megan and Josh,

We are so very sorry for you loss. When we moved into the neighborhood back in 1990, Jill was so welcoming to us. She will be sadly missed by everyone.

Shari Boston, Chelcee and Haley Kyser

Mark, Krista & Kaitlin Schaffer

October 31, 2008

Chris, Michael, Megan & Josh,
We are so sorry for your loss. Jill was such a beautiful person inside and out. She was thoughtful, caring and generous and will be missed dearly. Always know how much she loved you all. We will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Mike-n-Kathie Murrey

October 31, 2008

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Kathy Kaufmann

October 31, 2008

Chris,

Even though I never met Jill, I am really sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Terri Dolbier

October 31, 2008

Chris & family,

My heart aches for your loss. I know God is with you, please let him comfort and heal you.

You and your family are in our thoughts prayers.

Love, Terri Tavan Dolbier & family

Chris Wilson

October 31, 2008

To the Arp and Sharp families, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. While I only knew of Jill through school, she was a great person to be around and I am glad I had the opportunity to
know. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Phyllis Manifold

October 31, 2008

Chris and Family,
Jill has touched so many people over the years and she will be truly missed. My condolences to you and your family. You are in my prayers.

Julie Ball (Lich)

October 31, 2008

I am so sad to hear about Jill's passing. May God give your family strength to cope with such a difficult loss for all of you and may he heap his blessings upon her in heaven.

Jim & Anita Whalen

October 31, 2008

May God give you strength during this sad time of loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kelly Young Toth

October 31, 2008

The Arp and Sharps Family,
We are very saddened by your loss. I have many wonderful memories of Jill and will keep them close to my heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike, Kelly (Young). Lauren, and Amanda Toth

Dave Greening

October 31, 2008

Chris,
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family at this difficult time.

Rosalie (Ingram) Ventresca

October 31, 2008

To the Sharp & Arp families~How shocked and saddened I was to hear about Jill. The memories that I have of her are one's of a beautiful person with a beautiful smile and an awesome personality! May God bless you during this difficult time. With sympathy & prayers~

Sue (Kitzmiller) Day

October 31, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Tim Rathburn

October 31, 2008

Chris please except my deepest sympathy on your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

katina terry

October 31, 2008

The Arp Family, sorry to hear about your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy.

Mark and Lynne Annen

October 31, 2008

Chris and family,
We are so sad to hear about Jill. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mark and Lynne Annen
Blake, Emily and Connor

October 31, 2008

The Arp Family-
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of one so precious.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.

The McGrady Family (Reynoldsburg, OH)

Leslie (Weltner) Peck and Jason Peck

October 30, 2008

Chris,

Our hearts go out to you and your family. Jill was a spectacular person to be around, with her magnetic personality, her warm charm and her optimistic attitude toward life. I remember her as always having a friendly smile to help everyone who met her feel eager to get to know her better. I have the fondest memories of times together in high school while cheering together. Her leadership as the Varsity cheerleading captain was exceptional and admirable. I learned a great deal from her ability to be a positive team player and to treat everyone with kindness. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Heaven has gained an angel and Jill, you will never be forgotten. Our prayers are with you. With deepest sympathy,

Timothy Krugh

October 30, 2008

To Mike and The Arp Family:

Mike, my heart goes out to you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss. May God bless you.

Sincerely,

Tim Krugh

The Paterline Family

October 30, 2008

Chris and Family,

Our deepest sympathy on your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Libby, Erin, Caroline and Anna Wallace

October 30, 2008

Josh and the whole Arp family:
We are so very sad to hear of the loss of your mother and wife. We miss you in the old neighborhood and especially miss seeing your mom take her walks around the block with the dog. She always had a smile on her face! Our hearts are breaking for you. Never forget how much she loved you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Becky and Doug Coffey

October 30, 2008

To the Arp and Sharp family Sorry to hear about your loss Sarah(Coffey) told us about your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family

Stephen Rowe

October 30, 2008

Dear Chris, Mike, and family,
I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear of your loss... I know that your family and friends will continue to support you all during this very difficult time. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. My deepest condolences to you.

Kellie Marik Diuguid

October 30, 2008

Sorry to hear of Jill's passing. I went to school with her and will remember all the happy times.

Julian & Sarah Massey Perler

October 30, 2008

The Arp family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy.

Shannon Kenney

October 30, 2008

The Arp Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We are truly saddened to hear of your great loss. Jill will always be remembered with the fondest of memories.

Shannon & Debbie Kenney

Janie Kelley-Anderson

October 30, 2008

Dear Chris, Mike, and family,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of your loss.... I know your family and friends will continue to support all of you during this most difficult of times. Please know that my thoughts and sympathies are with you.

Todd Horn

October 30, 2008

Everyone that knew Jill realizes that we have lost a truly good person and she will be missed..

Tonya (Norris) Apke

October 30, 2008

To the Arp and Sharps family,
I'm shocked and saddened by the loss of Jill. We had so many fond memories in high school and the last time we spoke she talked so proudly of all of her kids. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Tonya, Sean, Cole and Reid (Norris) Apke

Ron Metzger

October 30, 2008

Jim, Jeff,
Please accept my deepest sympathy and know you are in my prayers.

John & Kathy Bowman

October 30, 2008

Chris,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.

Gina Bryan Cordle

October 30, 2008

Chris and family,

My heart breaks for you and your family, I am so saddened to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your children.

Love,
Gina Bryan Cordle

Gina Bryan Cordle

October 30, 2008

Chris and family,

My heart breaks for you and your family, I am so saddened to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your children.

Love,
Gina Bryan Cordle

Gina Bryan Cordle

October 30, 2008

Chris and family,
My heart breaks for you and your family. I am so saddened to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your children.

Love Gina Bryan Cordle

Evan Dean and Ashley Campbell

October 30, 2008

Mike and Jeff,
We are very sorry for your loss, and will keep you in our prayers.

Ron Daily

October 30, 2008

I am very sorry to learn of the loss of Jill. I know she will be missed dearly by all her family and friends.

Paula Hale

October 30, 2008

Chris, Mike and family,
I am so sorry for your lost. I will miss her smiling face. She always came up to say "Hello" at the baseball games. Please know you are in our hearts and prayers.
Love, The Hale Family

Tammy (Clendening)Paynter

October 30, 2008

Chris,
My words can't express the saddness of your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences and know that as many people times over are grieving along with you and your family. I cherish my memories of Jill ,she was so unbelievably kind to me.

Sam & Cyndie Trapasso

October 30, 2008

With our deepest sympathies, please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Cindy (Fenstermaker) Creek

October 30, 2008

Chris and Family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Thinking of you,

The Chittenden's

October 30, 2008

Chris- Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family.

Robert Brady

October 30, 2008

To friends and families of Jill,
My heart and prayers go out to you. I am saddened at the loss the world has experienced but also equally delighted to know that she is resting in the arms of our Lord. As she spent her life taking care of others and giving to the community she has impacted others in so many ways. While we were in High school Jill was a friend that cared deeply for others and was genuine in her openess that all people are valuable and should be respected. I am in Iraq but my heart is there with you and I pray for your comfort and understanding in the days to come.

The Kaufman Family

October 30, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May you be surrounded by love of family and friends at this difficult time.

Gregory Perry

October 30, 2008

Chris & family,

I was very saddened to learn of Jill's passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Stephanie Overturf

October 30, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of Jill's passing. I went to school with Jill and will always remember her infectious smile and laugh. She was always sweet and so nice. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Jackie Hammonds (Rapp)

October 30, 2008

I had lost contact with Jill but was watching some old home videos last week and came across a skit that we all did when we worked at Discover Card. Jill was beautiful inside and out and we had so many good times together.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Arp family.

Traci Seagle (Bigham)

October 30, 2008

With Deepest Sympathies to the Arp and Sharp families. Jill was truly a beautiful person, inside and out. She will be greatly missed.

Jonelle Dalbenzio (Miller)

October 30, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Doug Dandurand and Family

October 30, 2008

Dear Chris, Michael, Megan and Joshua,
Words can't express how sorry we are for your loss and what you are gonig through right now. Please know that we are thinking of you and we will pray for you.
Doug, Amy, Abby, Alex, Josh and Jess Dandurand

Emily Fleming (Daedelow)

October 30, 2008

Mike & Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Donna Atwood

October 30, 2008

To the Arp Family,
I am a member of the Dorcas Circle that Jill belonged to. Please accept my condolences to your family at her passing. Our prayers are with your family. What a tragic loss.

Lisa Hammond

October 30, 2008

Chris and Family,

My sincerest sympathies to you and your family at this difficult time. May the love of family and friends carry you through your grief. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Linda (Sharp) Zuk

October 30, 2008

Chris & Family,

I am so very very sorry to hear the news of Jill's passing. I am just heart broken. I, like so many, went to school with Jill and have many fond memories. I haven't seen Jill since Michael was a baby but she was truly a beautiful person. I hope you all find comfort in the days to come and may God bless you and give you strength during this difficult time. I will hold you close in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.

Doug & Jan Wolf

October 30, 2008

Chris & family,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sharon Demkowicz

October 30, 2008

Dear Chris and family,
I am shocked and saddened by the news of Jill's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Chris and Don Ginder

October 30, 2008

Dear Chris, Mike and family,
You have our deepest, heartfelt sympathy as you cope with this sudden and untimely tragedy. My memories of Jill are of a very loving and beautiful wife, mother and woman. May God grant you His peace and comfort as you face this sadness. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

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