Dehlendorf Michael A. Dehlendorf, age 81, died August 16, 2016 after successfully beating renal cell carcinoma 5 times since 1983. Mike was born in St. Louis, MO on July 16, 1935 to Robert O. and Louise B. Dehlendorf. He graduated from Deerfield Academy, Deerfield, Mass. in 1954 and from Middlebury College in Middlebury, Vermont in 1958, where he was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity. Following his graduation from Middlebury he entered the US Army Infantry, Ft. Benning, GA as a 2nd Lieutenant where he graduated from Infantry Officers' Leadership Class. Following Ft. Benning, he served as a Company Commander at Ft. Knox, KY where he left active duty as a 1st Lieutenant. He served a total of 7 years which included time in the US Navy. Shortly after fulfilling his military duty, he worked for what is now known as Exxon Mobil until entering the real estate development business. Mike was the first President of Ohio Equities under John W. Wolfe. He stayed as President until the mid 70's when he formed Dehlendorf & Company. He and his company were involved in the development of thousands of acres, which included three championship golf courses. His interest in golf resulted in Founding Memberships at both Wedgewood and Jefferson Golf and County Clubs. He served as a Franklin County Jury Commissioner for more than 20 years. Mike is survived by his wife of 58 years, Constance Crabbe Dehlendorf; his three children, Laura E. Dehlendorf, Michael B. Dehlendorf (Luda), Matthew C. Dehlendorf (Traci); and four grandsons, Cole, Roth, Gabriel and Sasha. The two oldest grandsons are just about to start their first year in college; Cole at Parsons School of Design in NYC and Roth at Miami University in Oxford, OH. Mike was so proud of his grandsons. He is also survived by brother, Robert O. (Joan) of Monterey, CA; brother, David A. (Susie) of San Juan Island, WA; nephew, Scott Robert (Jackie) of Bozeman, MT; and former minister and good friend, Russ Clark. Mike was a Member of Jefferson Golf & Country Club, Wedgewood Golf and Country Club, and Bexley United Methodist Church where, he and his beloved wife and best friend, Connie were married in 1958. He was a past member of The Golf Club, The Columbus Country Club, and The Athletic Club. There will be a private interment. The memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, August 27, 2016 at Bexley United Methodist Church, 2657 E. Broad Street, Bexley, OH 43209. The family will receive friends at The Columbus Country Club immediately following the service. Mike requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to Bexley United Methodist Church or Point Man Ministries (an organization dedicated to counseling Veterans suffering with PTSD), c/o Russ Clark, 3915 Dublin Rd., Columbus, OH 43221. Arrangements by SCHOEDINGER MIDTOWN CHAPEL, 229 E State St. Columbus, OH 43215. Please visit www.schoedinger.com to share a memory.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Aug. 17 to Aug. 19, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Dehlendorf

12 Entries

Camille Conley

August 11, 2022

Just last night Greg was talking to a friend about when he joined Jefferson Golf. The friend joined about the same time mentioned he had been a little worried about it "taking off" when he joined. Greg said, Oh really, I wasn´t worried at all. I knew if Mike Dehlendorf was involved, it would succeed. He was one of a kind

Camille Conley

August 11, 2020

Still can’t believe Mike is gone. Let me say, I “heard” about Mike Dehlendorf before I actually “met” him. Of course, my husband, Greg Conley, had been friends with him for years and Mike had quite the reputation! I adored him from the start, but it was later I finally got to meet his wonderful wife, Connie. And that is where my story will begin. Greg called me one day to say he had run into Mike and had made plans for the 4 of us to meet for dinner (Cap City Diner). While I was at Kroger’s, a girlfriend called and during our chat I was telling her how excited i was to finally meet Mike D’s wife. That when I asked Greg what she was like, he said, “oh Camille, you are going to love her”, so I shared my excitement that day on the phone with my friend. That evening was all had a great time together and Mike says to Connie, “shall we tell Camille our little secret?” And Connie laughed and shook her head yes, so Mike tells me, that during my call at Kroger’s, I had been standing near Connie and she overheard the entire conversation and so happy to have heard such a nice conversation about her and Mike. Well, that my friends, was the beginning of a beautiful friendship! We ran into each other and each time, we made plans to spend New Year’s in Vero Beach, or dinner here in Ohio. Thanks for the fun times Mike & Connie!!!

February 9, 2017

Dear Connie, Laura, Michael and Matthew,

We are deeply sorry to hear about your loss. If it was not for your dad, my horse Sommy would never have been placed at Ohio State University and put in a cast for his broken leg after being hit by a car on Noe-Bixby Road. I am forever grateful for his compassion and I will never forget his love for animals and especially my pony. Love, Joanie (Havens) Cochran and Maria Sepich my mother have been thinking of all of you and what wonderful neighbors and friend you were to us on Naiche Court!

He will forever be in our thoughts and prayers

Debbie Noe

September 21, 2016

Dear Connie, Michael, Laura, Matt and family: I had the greatest admiration and respect for Mike. His presence was a blessing and an inspiration to many of us. My deepest sympathies to all who loved him.

Sandy Reiss

September 1, 2016

Laura,
I am so sorry about the loss of your father. He was a brave man facing his challenges as i remember years ago, a great father according to your words and lived a full life.

Darcy Wolf

August 26, 2016

Dear Connie and family: My sincere condolences to you all. The world has lost a man whose courage and humor through all his travails were inspirational, and he was always so darned entertaining! Never a dull moment with him. I can only imagine your sorrow. Thinking of you all fondly, Darcy (Hurt) Wolf.

Ray Bostic

August 21, 2016

I've known Mike casually for over thirty years. Then about three years ago, we started having lunch regularly and we became closer.
He was a coupon saver, he loved a bit of gossip, his opinions were firm and his political views were to the right of Attila the Hun, but when it came to his family his affection was simply all out, with no holds barred. When he talked about his children he spoke of them as peers, as cherished friends and he talked about them with great respect and love. And with Connie, well, she was the greatest woman who ever lived.
He lived a passionate, loving, involved life. It deserves the celebration of his life that I am sure you gave him. I regret my infirmities kept me from attending, but I am better because he was my friend.

Joyce & Cam Taylor

August 20, 2016

Dear Connie and Family:

We are so sorry to hear this about Mike. Mike was always a good friend to me. Our prayers and deepest sympathy are with you at this time. God Bless!

Joyce and Cam Taylor

Mike & Lynde Karin

August 19, 2016

Dear Connie,

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. So much fun to be with you and Mike and to hear his"position statements"on politics, society and just about anything topical. We will miss the great survivor.

Mike and Lynde

Camille Conley

August 18, 2016

Connie & family, Greg & I are in complete shock and devasted for you and your family for us and all his dear friends who absolutely adored him

Bob Weiler

August 18, 2016

Mike was a real credit to our city and in particular, the real estate community. I'm grateful to have known him for many years and extend my sincere sympathy to the family.
bob weiler

August 18, 2016

Connie our love and sympathy are with you and your family. Alan and Pug

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