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Joan Chaffin Obituary

CHAFFIN Joan Chaffin, age 78, died suddenly on December 11, 2008 at Mt. Carmel Medical Center. She is preceded in death by her parents Thomas and Lucille May, and son Travis Chaffin. She is survived by her children, Janet (Lloyd) Williams, Kathy Chaffin, Debbie (Gary) Brock; grandchildren, Ryan, Shelby, Clayton, Sydney; siblings, Roberta Jobe, Carl (Ann) May, Helen (Robert) Barnett, Thomas May Jr., Carol Rowe, former husband and father of her children, Vaughn Chaffin; and numerous nieces and nephews. Joan grew up in Louisa, KY. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother and sister, who enjoyed taking great care of all her family. Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 14, 2008 from 3-7 p.m. at the SCHOEDINGER-NORRIS CHAPEL, 3920 Broadway, Grove City where funeral service will be held on Monday, December 15, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor John Meade officiating. Interment at Fernwood Cemetery. Contributions may be made to a charity helping the mentally retarded. Please visit www.schoedinger.com to sign her online guest book or to leave a special memory.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Dec. 13 to Dec. 14, 2008.

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DOROTHY REEVES

December 15, 2008

Kathy & Debbie. I am so sorry to hear about you mother. She was a beautiful and wonderful person. I love her like a sister. I know her memories wil be with me the rest of my life. We had a lot of good times together. Her childrens and grandchildrens is her price and joy and always will be. Kathy & Debbie you are good daughters to your mom. I will miss her alot but she looking down on us. Jesus is taking care of her for us till we all come to see her. Love to Chaffin & May Family.Dorothy Reeves

Brenda McGinnis

December 14, 2008

Kathy, I am so sorry to hear this sad news. I know and understand how heavy your heart is right now along with the emotional roller coaster ride you are facing during this difficult time and the days ahead. I pray that God, your family, your friends, and memories will give you the strength and comfort you will need. I also pray that God will give you the understanding and wisdom to deal with the stages of emotions that you will go through after losing your mother; who I’m sure was your best friend, like my mother was to me. Everyone knows your mother was a beautiful and wonderful woman, and there is no doubt in my mind, she would want you to continue to live your life to the fullest and be happy. I remember seeing you, and your mom, a while back and reminiscing about the time when she took us to a concert. I am so thankful that I got to see her again. In times like this it makes us wonder why we don’t keep in better contact with our friends. Please remember, if you ever need to talk, I am just a phone call away. Sometimes sharing your feelings with others who have experienced the same loss can be very helpful in the healing process. Again, my thoughts and prayers are with you, your boys, and your family. May God Bless You! Love, your high school friend, Brenda

Sophia & Alejandra Esson

December 14, 2008

Kathy, Ryan and Clayton,

Alejandra and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy for your loss. It was always a pleasure to see your mom at the numerous FHHS band performances supporting Ryan and the rest of the band. It was especially a delight in conversing with her during the multiple road trips for all the band competitions. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family.

Ryan Chaffin

December 14, 2008

Dear Grandma,
I love you so much and I'll miss you. You was the biggest influrance in my life for the past 18 years and your memory will live on forever. I'm sorry for running out the door yesterday morning and not saying goodbye because I was running late getting to school. I hope you can forgive me, and know that I love you with eveything left me in. I'm so last to see you go so suddenly, but you will always be in my heart. It will never be the same here without you. We plan on actually getting the house cleaned up now though. I think Clayton or Mom one of the two will move into your room eventually. Good luck in Jesus arms Grandma and I'll see you again someday...

Kay Kuhlwein

December 13, 2008

Dear Kathy,
I was so saddened to read of the loss of your dear mom, who you spoke about often at work. It is my heartfelt prayer that the Lord Jesus lift you up in His peace and wrap His arms of love and comfort around the family during this most difficult time. I am praying for you and the family.

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