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Carol Schlea Obituary
Carol Jean (Klotz) Schlea, 90, passed away peacefully at her home in Columbus, Ohio, on March 22, 2024.
Carol was born on February 11, 1934, in Gibsonburg, Ohio. In May of 1954 she married James Schlea also of Gibsonburg. Carol was preceded in death by her parents; and sister, Joan Minick. Carol is survived by her husband; and children, Debra Obrock (Thomas) Groveland, FL, Mark Schlea, Westerville, Ohio, Sally Kopco (William) Mansfield, Ohio, and Daniel Schlea, Columbus, Ohio. She is also survived by three grandchildren, Dr. Luther Obrock, Berkeley, CA, Sarah Obrock Mugnaini, (Nick), Davenport, FL, Anna Kopco, Brooklyn, NY; and one great-grandson, Leonello Mugnaini.
A private service will be held at a later date with immediate family. Interment at Lake Township Cemetery in Walbridge, Ohio. Memorials can be made to: Hospice Fund, Mount Carmel Foundation, 3100 Easton Square Place, Suite 300, Columbus, Ohio 43219 or mountcarmelfoundation.org.
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Bill and Twyla Ridder
April 3, 2024
Carol was in our Ruth Bible Study group at Grace Lutheran Church. She was so kind and always smiling. We will miss her. Rest in Peace
Bill and Twyla Ridder
Jean and Jim Claflin
April 3, 2024
Carol will be missed at Grace. She was a lovely lady. Prayers for comfort and peace to the family.
Kathy Snead
April 2, 2024
Jim, Bill and I were saddened to hear of Carol´s passing. I have many fond memories of Carol from our days at Grace. Peace be with you and your family as you mourn her loss. Kathy Snead
Cyndie Bruechert
April 2, 2024
Heartfelt thought and prayers Deb to you, Tom and family on loss of your mother. She will be in your heart forever
Judith Christian
April 1, 2024
Jim & Family, Carol & I had a lot in common, our families. We could talk about them forever. She truly loved you Jim & all the family. Love & prayers. Judy Christian
Jo Hutchison
March 31, 2024
Carol always had an easy smile for everyone. She will be sadly missed in our community at the Woods at Polaris. Jo Hutchison
Barbara Scalise
March 31, 2024
Carol was so sweet as one of my neighbors. She loved fashion and always had a compliment on what ever I was wearing.
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