Aaron Michael Selby

Aaron Selby Obituary

SELBY Aaron Michael Selby, 19, of Baltimore, Oh., passed away Tuesday, May 3, 2005 as the result of an auto accident near Wooster, Oh. He was a landscaping student at the OSU Agricultural Technical Institute in Wooster, Oh. He was a member of Northwest Christian Church in Columbus, honors graduate of Liberty Union High School, Class of 2004, where he was the starter for the soccer team and active in the music department, Fairfield County 4-H program, Liberty Union Happy Farmers 4-H Club where he received numerous honors. Aaron was employed by the Robert K. Fox Family Y and OSU A.T.I. Cafe Carmen, and volunteered at the Wooster Y, tutoring students. He will be remembered for his captivating smile and for never knowing a stranger. He had a quirky sense of humor that attracted young and old alike. He is survived by his parents, Joseph and Mary Selby of Pickerington, Oh.; sister, Ariel Selby of Bluffton, Oh.; grandparents, Terry (Peggy) Selby of Lancaster, Oh. and William Poff of Pickerington, Oh.; aunts, uncles, cousins and innumerable friends. He was preceded in death by his grandmother Josephine Poff, grandparents James and Hazel Porter. A memorial service will be held Saturday at 11:30 a.m. in the JOHNSON-SMITH FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL and CREMATORY, Baltimore, Oh. with Pastors John Chase and Mike Roddy officiating. Caring Cremation has taken place. A gathering of family and friends will be held Friday 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial gifts may be given to OSU 4-H Endowment Fund c/o OSU Extension, 831 College Ave., Suite D, Lancaster, Oh. 43130 or the Robert K. Fox Family Y, 465 W. Sixth Ave., Lancaster, Oh. 43130.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on May 6, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Aaron Selby

13 Entries

Uncle Jim and Aunt Eileen White

May 12, 2005

So sorry to hear about Aaron.....Will be back in Ohio in two weeks May 23....Hope to see you in August at the family reunion...Our thoughts and prayers are with you.....

Uncle Jim and Aunt Eileen

Jeanine and Francine White

May 12, 2005

Mary,Joe,& Ariel

So sorry to hear about your son Aaron death....Never got to meet him in person....Saw pictures of him and Ariel you sent our mom and dad.....Was a very handsome young man.....Will be deeply missed....

Your cousins Jeanine and Francine

Madeline Dorstewitz

May 10, 2005

Dear Mary, Joe, and Ariel,
I was so sad to hear about Aaron's tragic death. I send you my deepest, heartfelt condolences. I was happy to have been one of Aaron's teachers. He was such a sweet little guy. He was always so responsible, respectful, and also he could be wild and crazy like most five-year-old's. He was so cute! I wish I could have known him through the years, but having read about his accomplishments, I feel as if I have a pretty good idea of his character and commitment to helping others. He had a very full life and accomplished so much! What a fine person! He is certainly your guardian angel now.
I know your heart is broken and you probably wish you would wake from what must seem like the worst possible nightmare. My prayers and love go out to all of you! Aaron is in your heart and mind forever, and I bet you can even feel his spirit beside you. He is certainly smiling from heaven on such a truly loving and wonderful family. He was blessed in life. You were blessed as well.

I enjoyed the beautiful poem written by Ariel, who is such a dear and special girl. Mary and Joe your tributes to Aaron were so lovely. I admire your eloquence. Your words were like a mirror into your special bond with Aaron.You had such a wonderful connection to your son.

Please take care. Take time to smile and carry on. Look to heaven, for you will see your beautiful son there, He is now and will always be smiling on you as he did in life. He would not want you to be sad and downtrodden. (I am going to get off my soapbox now.) I wish you much love and freedon from grief. If you ever need a friend to listen and to show how much she cares for you all, call me anytime. I am here for you!

Your friend,
Matty

Julie Sowry

May 9, 2005

Dear Mary and family,

My heart breaks for you, I am so sorry for your loss and pray that God can somehow comfort you right now. Aaron grew to be a fine young man through the love and support of his family. The love your family has is a blessing to treasure.

Sincerely,

Julie Sowry

Tammy Burton

May 9, 2005

I met Aaron at Bob Evans where he came to in to pick up his girl friend. We talked on several occasions and I was very glad to have met such a fine young gentleman. God needs angels and the great ones are needed most. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family in which I have never met but hope to some day. God Bless you.

Ginger Smith

May 8, 2005

I knew Aaron but not that well. We were in high school together, we went to the same class trip to boston together and even when he was a grouch he was still a good guy. I will always remember him w/ wild hair and a goofy smile on his face. He was too young, he had so much going for him and he will be missed, even if we wernt that great of friends.

Jess Conley

May 7, 2005

I knew Aaron very little but what i did know about him i will never forget. He was always smiling. He is no longer with us but he is now "landscaping the heavans" he will be with us in our hearts forever. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Chrissy Clark

May 6, 2005

Mr. & Mrs. Selby,

I'm so so sorry for your loss. Aaron was a great person and one of the most genuwine people that i ever knew. He was always there for me when i needed him even if i did live 40 minutes away. He will be missed greatly. You guys will be in my thoughts and prayers! xoxo

Nathan Williams

May 6, 2005

I knew Aaron in high school. He always had a smile on his face and will be remembered for it. I looked up to him.

Capri Angel

May 6, 2005

To Joseph, Mary, Ariel and family. Our deepest sympathies. We had just recently pulled out a photo album and were looking through pictures of Ariel and Aaron when they were just little ones in their Easter and Christmas outfits. Such beautiful children. Aaron grew to be a fine young man. How could he not with such caring parents like yourselves. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Capri, Chris, Teddie and Junior

ronald jones

May 6, 2005

i have never known Aaron, but i have wonderful and terrific friends in lancaster and plesantville who had the pleasure to know him...

it is never easy losing someone we love, especially someone so young..i send u my prayers...my heart and my deepest condolences. Know that he will never leave ur side..he will be your angel watching over you..

sincerely,

ron jones...friend of deb swain and brian swain.

Jerry Garver

May 6, 2005

Aaron's time on earth will continue in the hearts of others. Joe, Mary and family my thoughts and prayers are with you. Jerry

Charlie & Lori Bells

May 6, 2005

Dear Joe & Mary - We are so saddened at your tragic lost. You spoke so lovingly of both your children, and we know how proud you were of Aaron. I pray you receive the strength you need to get through this difficult time.

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