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Beatrice Close Obituary

Close Beatrice J. Close, age 87, passed away January 13, 2015. Born one of 12 children April 19, 1927 in Columbus to the late Lillian and Robert Lowther. Preceded in death by husband Donald Close, grandson David Moretti Jr. and son-in-law Ray Lawrence. Survived by daughters, Etta Lawrence and Theresa (Jim) Carter; son, David (Sharon) Claffey; grandchildren, Donnie (Stephanie) Carter, Kimberly Carter, David (Elizabeth) Claffey IV, Michelle (Jamie) Endicott; several great-grandchildren; sister, Grace George; and many other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held Friday, January 16, from 5-8 p.m. at O. R. WOODYARD SOUTH CHAPEL, 1346 S. High St., where service will be held Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Steven Snider officiating. Interment Green Lawn Cemetery. A special thank you to Mt. Carmel Hospice for the love and care they provided to Beatrice and her family.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jan. 14 to Jan. 15, 2015.

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Steve Tigyer

January 17, 2015

My prayers go out to Etta, Dave, Teresa, and the family. Aunt Bea will definitely be missed.

Patrick Close

January 15, 2015

Aunt Bea always treated me with respect,kindness and a smile. She's one of the bright spots of my life.nephew Pat Close

David Claffey

January 15, 2015

I love you Grandma. I will always remember how very special you were and how you made us feel so special. You will be missed. I look forward to seeing you again in Heaven someday.

Mike and Kayla

January 14, 2015

You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Just remember you all have an angel watching over you. We are thinking about you all.

Mary & Dan Covietz

January 14, 2015

Rest in Peace Aunt Bea. A beautiful woman inside and out. May the memories help find peace.

January 14, 2015

So sorry for the loss of a wonderful woman to so many. Hold to on the happy times & cherish the memories you made with her every day. You could tell in her smile how much she loved her family. Prayers & hugs- the Gibson Family

Sue Ann Cline

January 14, 2015

Such a wonderful and caring aunt. May you rest in peace Aunt Bea. Love you!

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