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Donald Ferrell Obituary

FERRELL Donald C. Ferrell, 74, of Columbus, passed away Friday, November 6, 2009 at Riverside Hospital. Don was born March 2, 1935 in Mt. Hope, W.Va. At an early age, he moved to Brooklyn, N.Y. to live with his mother and spent the later part of his teenage years with his father in Chicago. Don moved to Columbus in the early 70's where he graduated from Franklin University and transformed his experiences into a lifelong dedication of helping those less fortunate than he. He served as the Executive Director of Community Kitchen, Inc., formerly served with Godman Guild, CMACAO, and was CEO of Escort Transport, Inc. Preceded in death by his parents John Sr. and Elnora Ferrell, brothers John Ferrell Jr. and George Carter, and brother-in-law Charles Mills. Donald leaves to cherish and celebrate his life wife of 35 years, Linda Ferrell; daughter, Patricia Tillison; sons, Herbert Ferrell and Stephen (Karen) Ferrell; sisters, Irma "Peaches" Mills and Charlotte Dunning; a host of beloved grandchildren; mother-in-law, Viola Dolton Sterner; brother-in-law, Fred (Betty) Dolton; sisters-in-law, Kathleen (Timothy) Olson and Christina Schonbachler; and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 3-4 p.m. followed by a Celebration of Life Service at 4 p.m., Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at SCHOEDINGER WORTHINGTON CHAPEL, 6699 N. High St. Worthington, Oh. (Just south of I-270). In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial gifts to Community Kitchen, Inc., 640 S. Ohio Ave., Columbus, Oh., in honor of Don's tireless efforts to fight hunger and poverty. To offer condolences to Don's family visit www.schoedinger.com.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Nov. 8 to Nov. 9, 2009.

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Bob Nels

July 6, 2010

Don was a strong male role model that I admired as a young man growing up. I miss his friendship and will always enjoy the memories I shared as being part of his extended family. May God keep him in the palms of His hands. My Love to his family.
Bob Nels

Dan Snyder

November 10, 2009

Don, I will miss you as a friend and as the fearless leader of the Community Kitchen. And my sympathies to Linda.
Dan Snyder - board member

John Gregory

November 10, 2009

Linda

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

John Gregory - LifeCare Alliance

November 9, 2009

Linda,
You and Don have been great neighbors. Don will be missed greatly.
Sincerely,
Bill and Janet Stephens

Angela Early - Co-worker, ODJFS

November 9, 2009

Linda,

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.

Karen Keller

November 9, 2009

Beloved Linda and family, earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. I stand with you during this time of transition. Allow the love of your family and friends to surround you, and the joy of memories embrace you. You are in my heart and prayers...His peace and comfort to you.

Lyssie Lopez

November 9, 2009

Stephen & Karen,
Whenever I have experienced a great loss there are two verses in the bible that keep me going.
Psalm 37:39-The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
Pslam 30:5-Weeping may remain for a night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.
I hope that these verses can bring you a bit of peace in this crazy time. Please know that your family is in my prayers always.

Marilyn Oberting

November 9, 2009

Speak loud because even if they do not understand they will hear. Look them in the eye because you have one chance to prove you know what your doing. Then listen and wait before you answer its the only way people will know you care about what they think even if you disagree. The sound words of a great teacher of people. Our family will miss you friend Leo and Marilyn. Oberting.

Rebecca Jackson

November 8, 2009

Dearest Linda and Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy. May years of beautiful memories guide you through these difficult times. Please call on us for anything that you may need.
Sincerely,

Nikki Ralston

November 8, 2009

Stephen and family,

Blessed are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted. My heart is filled with sadness for your loss. Know that God is with your dad in a better place with his suffering gone. Also know He will be with you through every step. Our sincere throughts and prayers are with you. Please don't hesitate to call if you need anything. May God give you strength.

With deepest sympathy, Nikki and Kaden Ralston

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