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Jennifer Backus Obituary

BACKUS Jennifer Fay Backus, age 34, passed away March 1, 2012 at Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus. Jennifer was born December 15, 1977 in Columbus, Ohio. She is survived by her children, Samara, Yonna, Elise, Timia, Isla; mother, Charlette Gofath (Randy); father, Greg Backus (Cheryl); grandmother, Fairy Rauch; grandparents, Harold and Phyllis Backus; brothers and sisters, Richie, Katie, Rich, David, Christopher, Angel; special aunt, Jean (Ge-Ge) who took care of her for most of her life and the kids. Visitation will be Thursday, March 8 from 5-8 p.m. at the RODMAN FUNERAL SERVICE, 5464 N. High St., Columbus, Ohio 43214 with a funeral service to follow at 8 p.m. with Pastor Scott Ferguson officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made at any U.S. Bank to the Jennifer Backus Children's Fund.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Mar. 6 to Mar. 7, 2012.

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Me and Isla are doing great, I hope you are too!

Timia Shedwick

October 22, 2020

I miss you mommy :(

jovan weston

March 21, 2012

To backus family im a friend to jennifer backus i just found out im so sorry for your lost im keeping yall in my prayers may god bless the family

Rodney Park

March 14, 2012

Greg and family. I am so sorry for your loss. I hope this finds you well in your time of sorry.

Lisa

March 13, 2012

I just heard about Jennifers passing. I am so sorry for the familys loss, her girls are little angels. I can not imagine their pain. May God be with them and their extended family..

lisa cotton

March 9, 2012

So sorry for your loss

yolanda stockley

March 9, 2012

Jennifer u will be missed, may god bless your girls and family, we will cross paths again until then u keep watching, and save a spot for your hommie. LOVE AND WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!!!!!!

April Nelson

March 7, 2012

Charlette and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Jennifer. Please know that I'm keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

March 7, 2012

Jean, Char & family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.

Pat Allison

Kim Underwood

March 7, 2012

Charlette, Randy and Family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Over the years we have not been in contact with Jennifer but over the last few months we have talked with her a lot. I can remember her as a little girl and I loved her very much. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.

Love,

Kim, David, Angel and Chris

Michele Hoffman

March 7, 2012

There are no words, Just trust in God and keep praying for the entire family....

Melissa Burgoon

March 7, 2012

Charlette, Randy and Family:
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Jennifer.
I have very fond memories of her as a young girl. She will be missed by many. May peace be with you and your family, and to her children in this time of great sorrow.
Love to you all,
Melissa and Fred Burgoon and Family

ginger & cindy

March 7, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss,our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Gail Cathey-Corley

March 7, 2012

Charlette and Randy, I am so sorry to hear of Jennifer's passing. Although it's been many years since I have seen her, I can remember her beautiful smile and uplifting spirit. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this tragic loss.

Jermaine & Nikki Jackson

March 6, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are here if you need anything.

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