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Sally Truex Obituary
67, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away on Friday, Sept. 6, 2013 at her home. Sally was born on August 17, 1946, in Canton, Ohio, to the late Delbert and Arlene (Foltz) Welker. She graduated from Sandy Valley High School, Magnolia, Ohio. She worked for Timken Company following high school. She was a full-time mother of four children. On June 25, 1966, she married Rev. E. Melvin Truex and co-labored with him at the Little Country Church in Waynesburg, Ohio, and The Faith Memorial Church in Lancaster, Ohio. She also led the Lady's Auxiliary at Hollow Rock Camp near Toronto, Ohio. She was a person of prayer, loved her husband and her family.
Sally is survived by her husband, Pastor Mel Truex; four children, Wendy (Jonathan) Hanks of Lancaster, Ohio, Rev. Jon (Jodie) Truex of Washington Court House, Ohio, Marci Truex of Blacklick, Ohio and Luke (Erin) Truex of Lancaster, Ohio; nine grandchildren, Jeremiah, Kiirsten, Lauren, McKenzie, Natalie Truex, Courtney and Brandon Hanks, Park and Hadley Truex; three siblings, Carolyn (Charles) Frederick, Ocala, Fla.; Ted (Bonnie) Welker, Magnolia, Ohio, Janet (Dave) Almasy, Waynesburg, Ohio; mother-in-law, Mary Truex, Marion, Ohio; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Sonja (Layne) Barnwell, Morral, Ohio; Janice Lappin, Venice, Fla.; Dan Truex, Ashville, Fla.; Truman Truex, Marion, Ohio, plus many nieces, nephews, uncles and aunts, and special Christian friends. Sally was preceded in death by her parents, Delbert and Arlene Welker, her father-in-law, Rev. C. Melvin Truex.
Celebration of Life service will be held Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2013 at 1 p.m. at Faith Memorial Church, Lancaster, OH with Dr. Thomas Hermiz and Pastor Jonathan Morgan officiating. Burial to follow in Wesley Chapel Cemetery, Bloom Twp. Friends may visit Monday from 2-8 p.m. at the church and one hour prior to the service at the church on Tuesday. Arrangements are being handled by the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 405 N. COLUMBNUS ST., LANCASTER, OH 43130.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hollow Rock Camp, 1958 Co. Rd. 51, Toronto, OH 43964 or Faith Memorial Church, 2610 W. Fair Ave., Lancaster, OH 43130 in her memory. To send an online condolence, and sign the guest book, please visit
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Memories and Condolences
for Sally Truex
Dwain and Virgina Penird
September 11, 2013
So sorry to learn of your great loss-we cannot image your sorrow --
Melvin, Janice, Sonja, Danny, Truman and Mrs Truex. We are praying for you
Jeff & Marti Moran
September 11, 2013
Dear Mel and Family,
Sally was a wonderful example of a humble, dedicated, loving Christian woman. Heaven is certainly richer because she is there. We are praying for the Lord to keep you in the hollow of His hands and to comfort you with His presence!
Frank and Susan Stump
September 10, 2013
Mel and Family, We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers,
Frank and Susan Stump
September 10, 2013
Pastor Mel and Family, We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Barb & Bob Rowland
September 10, 2013
Mel & family,
We were so saddened to hear of Sally's passing. Heaven received a wonderful soul. She touched our lives in many ways. Our daughter & husband attended church at Faith Memorial. They were married & worked there also. Sally helped with a wonderful meal after Wanda Rowland's passing. May God Bless you with his peace & help take away your sorrow.
Gary & Shirley (Harple) Johnson
September 10, 2013
Dear Melvin and all of Sally's Family,
Sally was a very special friend to our family. We grew up together and had many wonderful times during our 12 years of school together. We would walk together to my home for lunch or any number of fun times. Thanks to you and Sally's introduction, Gary and I were celebrating our 44th anniversary when we heard of her passing. I know Sally is in heaven enjoying seeing her parents and fellowshipping with God and her eternal family. May God give you comfort and strength during these difficult days. Love and prayers.
LaDonna Sorrell
September 10, 2013
Mel , and family
I am deeply sad about the loss of your wonderful wife and mother. Please know that she is rejoicing in heaven with my parents LaVon and Donna Chilcote as well as her
parents and extended family from Faith Memorial. May God comfort you during your grieving process. LaDonna and Alan Sorrell.
September 10, 2013
Pastor Mel, we are so sorry for your loss. Sally was such a sweetheart. You & your family are in our thoughts & prayers. Sincerely, Billy & Lorena Smith, Cape Coral, Florida
September 9, 2013
Praying for you and your family Professor Truex. Jennifer Graf/Van Fossen
Angie Glaser (Kail)
September 9, 2013
Melvin and the whole family, my deepest sympathy to all of you. Sally was a wonderful person and on Friday she was welcomed with open arms from God. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
The Sell Girls Bonnie,Linda & Sandi
September 9, 2013
So sorry to hear about Sally's passing. As former neighbors,Grange,school mates we have great memories. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Stacy H
September 9, 2013
Pastor Mel & family - My sympathy to you and your family, I know that she is in a better place and pain free now. We will keep you in our prayers.
September 9, 2013
Melvin, We are so sorry for your loss. Sally was a beautiful and faithful wife and Christian. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time.
Frank and Betty Jenkins
Vickie Anthony
September 9, 2013
Melvin and family,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of Sally, she was a wonderful person and will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.
September 9, 2013
Love and prayers,
The Shafer Family
Elaine Nixon
September 9, 2013
Pastor Mel, I am so sorry for you and your family with the loss of your beautiful wife and mother. May God hold you and yours in his hand during the time of loss.
Elaine Nixon
September 9, 2013
Pastor Mel, I am so sorry for the loss of your lovely wife and mother of your children. I pray God will hold her in his hands forever. May God give you and your family peace during this time of loss.
Wesley Stedtefeld
September 9, 2013
Mel and Family-My heartfelt prayers and words of comfort are sent to you on the passing of Sally. I know that God led you to labor together as His dedicated servants. Remember all the beautiful memories and the love you have shared through the years. God bless you and keep you in His arms of Comfort and Peace. Rejoice in the Lord for a life well lived and a life of service.
Deanna Hart
September 9, 2013
My prayers to all of Sally's family. Janet I am so sorry to hear of Sally's passing. She is at peace in God's arms. I went to school with Sally and remember her as good friend. She will be missed by all.
Harry and Wanda Poston
September 8, 2013
Pastor Mel , our thought's and prayers are with you and your children. Sally was a true child of God. She is now in the arms of the of the savior she has lived for.
Joan Adkins
September 8, 2013
My deepest sympathy to you Melvin and your family. May our precious Lord give you all peace and comfort at this most difficult time. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
September 8, 2013
Our deepest heart- felt sympathies for your family.
Love,
Dick and Barbara Barker
Laurie Cosgrave
September 8, 2013
Marci, I'm so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Stay strong, my thoughts are with you.
Pat Offredo
September 8, 2013
Mel,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Renny & Kathleen Ickes Patterson
September 8, 2013
Melvin and family. Our sympathy to you. Sally was a sweet, fun girl growing up and a beautiful woman.
Connie Zehner
September 8, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May you know God's strength during this difficult time. And may you take comfort in knowing you will be able to see Sally again because she knew Jesus. I will be praying for you, her dear family, in the days and weeks ahead.
John and Bobbi Grossen
September 8, 2013
We were so sorry to hear about Sally. Our prayers go out to the whole family. Love and miss you all.
Marty Biviano
September 8, 2013
Mel,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May you find comfort in your memories.
Dave & Sunny McFarland
September 8, 2013
Pastor Mel & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Sally and you were such an inspiration to us in our life's journey. She will be at peace in God's kingdom now. God Bless
Nancy Hunter
September 8, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. She was a great lady.
Linda Dickson
September 8, 2013
Heaven got a special angel on Friday.
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