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George Cale Obituary

Cale George E. Cale, 78, died October 9, 2013 with his wife of 59 years, Anna at his side. He was the retired owner of Cale's Used Cars and had a lifelong love affair with anything "Automotive". He was a member of the Oldsmobile Club of America for 40 years and also the Studebaker Club. He is survived by his wife, Anna L. Shy Cale; two daughters, Teresa (John) Murphy of Powell, OH, and Marcia (Tim) Ellis of Kingston, OH.; the other love of his life, his grandson, Jacob W. Holmes of Chillicothe, OH. Special thanks to Mount Carmel Hospice, to special friends, Dale Thum, John Burchett and Joe Cubellis of New Castle, PA., and to all his friends for being his friend. As per George's wishes there will be no services of calling hours. There will be private graveside service for family and special friends only. Anyone wishing to honor his memory may contribute to Mount Carmel Hospice, c/o Mount Carmel Foundation, 6150 E. Broad St., Columbus, OH. 43213-9924 or to the charity of their choice. The family is being served by the RADER-McDONALD FUNERAL HOME, West Jefferson.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 10 to Oct. 11, 2013.

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Terri Paver

October 14, 2013

I am sending my thoughts and prayers to the family of George

ANITA CALDWELL

October 13, 2013

MY BROTHER-IN LAW MY FRIEND LOVE NITA

Barbara Rush

October 13, 2013

May the love of family and friends bring you comfort and your love of God bring you peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Barbara Webb

October 13, 2013

I can't begin to know what you are going through, but I pray for peace and acceptance for you and your family. God will never leave you. Even going through a storm, with God you will pass through it and come out the other side still standing. Rest in the shadow of the cross.

Teresa Murphy

October 12, 2013

Much love for the best father anyone could hope for

Marc&Diane Miller

October 12, 2013

To the Cale family,so so sorry for your loss ,anybody who knew George is also feeling a great loss,in the last 6 months or so I truly enjoyed talking ,and being around George ,as he was a true automotive historian,the last time I saw George, a co-worker and I met with George(one of the last sundays in september) to look at tools and talk cars,I drove my 65 starfire convertible,not a show car ,just a super nice driver,I really wanted to show george my latested addition,he gave me great reviews about the car(probably more than the car deserved)as I drove from Georges house, I realized that may be the last time I would see George,I was happy to see George,but sad at the same time, I would always cross paths with George at local swap meets and car shows,he was always on the move ,and had a mission, a true love of the automotive world,we will all miss not seeing George at the upcoming oldsmobile ,and local events

debby burns

October 12, 2013

so sorry for your loss, george was a great guy and will be missed

Angelique Cassill

October 12, 2013

I pray for peace and comfort to all of you. I pray The Lord blesses your hearts with wonderful memories and speaks peace to your lonely hearts. Much love to all! Angelique Cassill

Rich & Teresa Shoemaker

October 12, 2013

Prayers to help get thru this difficult time.

Marcia Ellis

October 12, 2013

Love you forever Daddy

Patty Blake

October 11, 2013

George was one of Larry's favorite customers at Larry B's Meat and Cheese. He was very saddened to hear of his passing. Prayers for your family. Larry and Patty Blake

October 11, 2013

Anna, We are so sorry to hear about George. What a great guy. We will miss him. Bill & Joanne Ehrsam

October 10, 2013

Dear Family and Friends of George, We are so saddened for your loss. In earlier years George and Ray Ohnstad may have met, as Ray was one of the first sales people for Studebaker. John and I have many fun memories of birthday get togethers with the Cale and Murphy families. May fond memories make you smile and get you through this very difficult time. Let his courage and strength remind you of the special husband, father, and friend that he was. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. John and Kelli Ohnstad

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