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Gretchen Gebhart Obituary

GEBHART Gretchen Marie Gebhart, 49, died unexpectedly on October 11, 2012. Her sudden passing leaves her friends and family without one of the kindest souls they ever knew. She attended Columbus State University where she was pursuing her degree in landscape design, enhancing her lifelong love of gardening. She worked for many years at First Community Village where she was devoted to the residents that she served as Activities Coordinator. In recent years she independently provided home health care. She was an avid Buckeye fan and was thrilled to be in attendance to the recent Nebraska game. Her passion also extended to the love of animals, especially her beloved Weimaraner, Chloe. She is survived by her daughter, Laurel Moxley; her parents, Dr. James Gebhart and Karen Gebhart; her brother, Jeffrey Gebhart of Illinois; and by loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends in Ohio, Kansas, Oklahoma, Illinois, Texas, and Colorado. Friends may call on the family Wednesday, October 17, from 5-7 p.m. at SHAW DAVIS CLINTONVILLE CHAPEL, 4341 N. High Street, Columbus. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m., the Rev. Jack Witherspoon officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Capital Area Humane Society in Gretchen's memory.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 13 to Oct. 14, 2012.

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l stacy

October 30, 2012

with my deepest heartfelt sympathy

Judy Kuhn Parsons

October 17, 2012

Jeff, so sorry to hear of your loss. She is gone much too soon. You and your family are in my prayers.
Judy Kuhn (Parsons) GHHS '77

laurel moxley

October 16, 2012

I love you mom and miss you like crazy nothing can fill the emptiness i have in my heart for you but remembering your laugh and sense of humor helps ease the pain. Ive never met a nicer or kinder person. You were more than just my mother but a best friend as well. I will always love you and i hope you are in peace now.

Glenn Grace

October 16, 2012

"Dear Karen, Jim and family" I feel so blessed to have known Gretchen and to have spent time getting to know her over the years while being her hairstylist. She was and still is an amazing woman who's kindness and gratitude was equally matched by her heart. I will miss her very much.. Glenn Grace

Gealdine Epling

October 16, 2012

She will be miss My payer for the family

Mary Hill

October 15, 2012

Dear Gebhart Family. Words cannot express my sadness over the sudden loss of your daughter, sister, mother and friend. Please know that you're not alone in your grief and that so many people who knew and loved Gretchen are missing and crying with you, I believe that God and his angels are celebrating the homecoming of one of his beloved children. Our Lord will watch over all of you in this difficult time. May your family remain strong and bonded in God's eternal love.

Esteban Montilla

October 15, 2012

Dear Brother Dr. Jim Gebhart, salutations. Please receive my most sincere condolences. May our Loving God continues to sustain you and your family throughout this unbelievable painful experience. Peace.

October 15, 2012

Gretchen and I played together when we were in Elementary school I am very sad she will always be remembered Jackie Lipskey

misty copley

October 15, 2012

my heart go out to the gebhart family,very sad to hear of her passing she was a great person,with the biggest heart she touch so many people lives with her smile and she will be miss god bless

antonette wilson

October 15, 2012

gretchen will be greatly missed we will keep the gebhart family in our prayers from your coworkers at first community village

Marty Tabor

October 15, 2012

I am very sorry and upset to hear of the sudden loss of
your daughter Gretchen. We are never prepared for a loss of someone so dear to us. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. May God Bless You.

Kedith Dittmar

October 15, 2012

So sorry for the loss of your beloved mother Laurel. My prayers go out for you and your family.

October 14, 2012

With deepest condolences to all of Gretchen's family and friends. Barbara McGuire (New York)

Catherine Sabo

October 14, 2012

Dear Gebhart family,

I am deeply sorry for your loss. I never saw Gretchen without a smile on her face. God Bless your family in this time of need. Rest In Peace Gretchen.

Love,
Catherine Sabo (Janet's sister)

joshua her son johnson

October 14, 2012

Sorry about loss to the gebhart family

Kerry Luikart

October 14, 2012

I miss my Anna Banana <3 There will never be another woman like you...you were one of a kind and there is void left in the world without you....

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