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Brian Rathburn Obituary

Rathburn Brian Rathburn, age 59, of Columbus, passed away Monday, December 12, 2016 at the Cleveland Clinic. Brian was born and raised in Hammond, Indiana, son of the late Jack and Phyllis Rathburn. Brian attended Purdue University and was currently working since 2001 with OhioHealth most recently as a Data Analyst. Brian was a caring and perceptive man. He will be missed for his candor and his ability to find the humor in any situation. He enjoyed gardening, taking long walks, and spending time with his family. Brian will be greaty missed by his loving wife of 23 years, Catherine; sons, Kieran Patrick, Schuyler Adam, and Tristan Alexander; brothers, Timothy (Kathy), Patrick (Liz), John (Sandy), and Mark (Liz); and many other extended family members and dear friends. Memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, January 14, 2017 at SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Rd., where family will receive friends from 2 p.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Cleveland Clinic, 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44195 or to the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation, National Processing Center, P.O. Box 1245, Albert Lea, MN 56007-9976. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.schoedinger.com.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Dec. 16 to Dec. 17, 2016.

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Tony & Nancy Razzini

December 28, 2016

Please accept our sincerest sympathies. The Rathburn's will always hold a special pace in our hearts.

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John Rathburn

December 17, 2016

You will forever be in my heart. I love you brother. May you Rest In Peace. John

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