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John Shaheen Obituary

Shaheen John K. Shaheen, age 91, of Westerville, OH passed away Thursday, Janaury 7, 2016. Retired Sales Manager for Countrymark and Emmert Grain Company. U.S. Army Veteran of WW II. Member of St. George Syrian Orthodox Church in Canton and Church of the Messiah in Westerville. Preceded in death by his parents and two brothers. Survived by his wife of 51 years, Joan; sons, Michael (Beth), Jeffrey (Arlene) and Chris (Claire); grandchildren, Samantha, Jessica, A.J., Rex and Charlotte; several nieces. Visitation will be held Monday, January 11th from 12Noon to 2 p.m. at MORELAND FUNERAL HOME 55 East Schrock Road, Westerville with a service to follow at 2 p.m. Rev. Jim Wilson officiating. Interment Blendon Central Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Central Ohio Chapter, 1379 Dublin Rd., Columbus, OH 43215.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jan. 7 to Jan. 8, 2016.

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Mike and Carol Shaheen

January 12, 2016

Dear Joan and family,
We are so sorry about John - we think of him with his big smile and his wonderful sense of humor. Mike said he had nicknames for everyone! God be with you during this difficult time and may your memories give you comfort and peace. Sending our sympathies and love.

RIP

Herb USMC

January 8, 2016

Well Done

Herb USMC

January 8, 2016

WWII Memorial

Herb USMC

January 8, 2016

Herb USMC

January 8, 2016

Herb USMC

January 8, 2016

Herb USMC

January 8, 2016

Herb Guyer-Sharfenaker USMC

January 8, 2016

God Bless/RIP. A heartfelt Thank YOU for your service in WWII. The USA would NOT be as it is today. I treasure the freedoms for which YOU fought for, John ........... And Semper Fi.

Louie Kuntupis

January 8, 2016

Mike,
I'm sorry to hear about your father.
Prayers for your Dad and your family.

Becky Elliott Horowitz

January 8, 2016

I was so saddened to hear of Mr. Shaheen's passing. I have the fondest memories of our neighborhood gatherings when I was a child. Very good times!

My mother, Joanne Elliott, sends her condolences as well. We will keep your entire family in our thoughts and prayers.

Louis Shaheen

January 8, 2016

Dear Joan and boys,
I was sadden to read about Johns passing, John was one of my brothers best friends in our youth and I looked up to John when we were boys. I have many memories from our boyhood.
I know he will be missed, may he rest in peace!
Cousin Louie

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