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Caroline McElroy Obituary

McElroy Caroline "Kacky" McElroy, age 69, passed away January 6, 2014 at Grant Hospital. She was born January 7, 1944 to the late John and Mary Shaffer in Columbus, Ohio. Survived by her husband, Charles McElroy; son, Roy (Trina) Fisher; daughter, Robin Steward; step son, Charles (Gina); grandchildren, Danny Lee, Sheri Lee, Roy III, Candace, Jesse, Zachariah, Wade, Sarah, and Emilee; great grandchildren, Tyler, Haley, Alex, Rachel, Kohen, Robbie, Xavier, Keidein, Khloe, Jesse Jr., Benjamin, Harlie, Jonathan, and Josh. Many dear friends including, Brenda Watkins and Woody; friends at Ganther Place. She was a member of Southside Eagles Aux. #2244. The Family will celebrate Caroline's memory privately and thanks everyone for their love and concern. Arrangements by the O. R. WOODYARD CO. FUNERAL HOME.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jan. 8 to Jan. 10, 2014.

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Jeannie cranford

January 27, 2014

I just found out that Aunt Kacky passed.She was always a lot of fun. Prayers and love to her family and friends.

Judy Fehr

January 10, 2014

My daughter and I got to know Kacky from the Blockwatch meetings and are very sad to hear of her passing. Please except our heartfelt condolences and prayers...Tom, Judy and Gabby Fehr 667 Reinhard

January 10, 2014

Charlie and family, I am sending my condolences, prayers and hugs to you and your wonderful family. May God give you all strength to get through this very difficult time. I will always remember Kacky as my "Little Betty Boop" RIP Kacky!! Suzi Bailey Phillips, Columbus Linden Auxiliary #2252

Tracy & Tracy Owens Sturgill

January 10, 2014

Robin, I'm sorry that your mom had to leave you and your family. Just remember, she will always be in your hearts and souls. God Bless

Brick and Amy Hay

January 9, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers will be with Chuck and his family through this difficult time.

Vicky Walker

January 9, 2014

Kacky you will be miss by a lot of family and friends you was a great friend and a caring woman may you R.I.P.

Jeane MacEachen

January 9, 2014

Although I haven't known you long, I really liked you and am so sorry that you had to leave us. My prayers go with you. Jeane, Eagles #2244

Barbara Fleshman

January 9, 2014

You will be missed greatly my friend. You touched many lives, in your time here, and we will not forget your wisdom. Our hearts are with your family in this time of loss.

Skip & Cathy (Alley) Glick

January 9, 2014

Prayers to family. Kacky will be missed.

Trina Fisher

January 9, 2014

Love you mom, fly high our angel

Marilyn Gatewood Bob Holbrook

January 8, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Chuck and family. Kacky will be missed so much. She was such a warm and loving friend. The Southside FOE 2244 has lost a valued secretary and friend. She is now in God's care. Fly high my Eagle friend.

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Funeral services provided by:

O. R. Woodyard Co. Funeral & Cremation Services - Northwest Chapel

2990 Bethel Road, Columbus, OH 43220

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