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Frederick Holcomb Obituary

HOLCOMB Frederick P. Holcomb Jr., age 72, Friday, March 20, 2009 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. He was born in Erie, Pa., the oldest of six children. He served in the Strategic Air Command and was a Master Metallurgical Technician for 35 years at Battelle Memorial Institute. An avid hunter, fisherman and gardener he was a loving and caring provider for his family and friends. He is preceded in death by his sister Kittie Ann Weber and son-in-law Francis X. Lehner and is survived by his wife, M. Elaine; daughters, Deborah Holcomb and Sharon Lehner; sons, Douglas (Suzanne) and Gregory (Susan); seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; brothers, Gary and Daniel; sisters, Judith and Patricia, many nieces, nephews and friends. Friends may call Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. at the NOVAK FUNERAL HOME, 4476 N. High St. (two blocks north of Henderson Rd.) 268-8811. His Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday 10:15 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 414 E. North Broadway, Columbus, Ohio, Msgr. Stephen Maloney, celebrant. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. On line condolences to: www.novakfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Mar. 23, 2009.

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Theresa Lelux

March 27, 2009

Deb,

I am just hearing of your sad news. The loss of a parent, someone you have been a part of your entire life, can never be easy.

Your keen heart and love of life will guide you. All my love and support.

T

Chad Wilson

March 24, 2009

Deb and Family
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

The entire staff here at Cyril-Scott

Lara Nichols

March 24, 2009

Deb,
My daughters and I are truly sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I know you are aware that he is in a much better place though. If you need anything, I am here for you.

Nick Fair

March 24, 2009

Dear Deb,

Please accept my deepest sympathies during this very tough time in life. My prayers are with you.

Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live,

—John 11:25

Dee Teter-Redd

March 23, 2009

Dear Doug, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad.Please know my prayers are with you,As you go Thur this difficult time.Your Friend Always,Dee

Kelly Iler

March 23, 2009

Deb and Family,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. May you find peace through cherished memories.

God Bless,
Kelly Iler

Deb Harvey

March 23, 2009

Doug and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Deb Harvey, Rob and Rusty

donna olin

March 23, 2009

Dear Deb:
I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your father. Like a bird singing in the rain, let grateful memories survive in time of sorrow and always.
Peace, Prayers and Blessings!

Unity Christian School

March 23, 2009

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your family as you go through this difficult time.

All of us at Unity Christian School

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