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Robert Ventresca Obituary

VENTRESCA Robert Anthony Ventresca, age 68, of Columbus, passed away on Tuesday, October 18, 2011. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on March 22, 1943 to the late Toney and Mary (Corrente) Ventresca. Bob was a 1960 graduate of Linden McKinley High School and went on to earn a BA from the Ohio State University and an MBA from Central Michigan University. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Bob worked for many years at Cardinal Industries and later in life worked in real estate. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his precious grandson Vincent Ventresca. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Diane (Landis) Ventresca; children, Robert A. (Heidi) Ventresca II, Christina (John) Rausch, Christopher Ventresca, and Devin Ventresca; grandchildren, Kynda (Carey) O'Neill, Rebecca Goodman, Tony Ventresca, and Angela, Carmen, Grant and Bryce Rausch; four great-grandchildren; brother, Gino (Sue) Ventresca; and many other loving family members and close friends. He never met a stranger. He was a giving person and a unique treasure to all of those who knew him. Friends may call on Saturday, October 22, 2011 from 1-4 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 4 p.m. at the SCHOEDINGER NORTH CHAPEL. 5554 Karl Rd. Monsignor Romano Ciotola officiating. Visit www.Schoedinger.com to share a favorite memory of Bob.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 18 to Oct. 20, 2011.

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October 22, 2011

Who didn't love Bob Ventresca, heart of gold... Farewell to a good friend. Phil Harmon, Columbus, Ohio.

Buck and Gert Worley

October 21, 2011

Diane and Family,
We send our love and deepest condolences. Buck and I were so very sad to hear this news. All our family have wonderful memories of Bob. We will see you at the service...again Diane we send our heartfelt sympathies!
Much Love, The Worley's

Dara (Worley) Goodare

October 21, 2011

Diane and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mr Ventresca's passing. He was such a character and I will always fondly remember him as "Troublemaker".
Wishing you warm memories and peace.

October 21, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Bob Ventresca.
Ray&Marylou Melchiorre

Todd Skipton

October 20, 2011

Christina and Family; Bob II and Family:
Condolences to each of you and (especially) to all your father's grandchildren. May fond memories bolster your spirit during this difficult time. Prayers of healing to all.

Susan Wilson

October 20, 2011

I am so sad to hear of Bob's passing. Please accept my sincere sympathy. He was kind hearted and fun loving. He will be missed.


Susan Wilson, Westerville, OH

Scott Humphrey

October 20, 2011

Bob became a good friend through the Abruzzi Club. He will be greatly missed.

Charles & Priscilla Vitelli

October 20, 2011

Diane,
There are no words that make the loss of Bob easier. He was a wonderful and caring person who always made you feel special whenever he was with you. His life ended too quickly but only God knows why. May the arms of Our Savior wrap you in comfort and your memories sustain you during this time of grief.

Love, Charles & Priscilla

October 19, 2011

To Diane and Family.... So sorry about the loss of Bob. He was a friend to my late father Bob Bruce. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of him. My sympathy to all of you.
Paige (Bruce) Crawford

Deb Bunner

October 19, 2011

Diane and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Bob was a dear friend and he will be deeply missed.

October 19, 2011

My Deepest Sympathy for your loss.

Sharon Brown (Miller 65 grad LM)

Larry & Johanna Conti

October 19, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

J.J. Stecher

October 18, 2011

Warm Summer Sun

Warm summer sun,
Shine kindly here,
Warm southern wind,
Blow softly here.
Green sod above,
Lie light, lie light.
Good night, dear heart,
Good night, good night.

By Mark Twain (Samuel Langhorne Clemens)
The Poetry Foundation

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5554 Karl Road, Columbus, OH 43229

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