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John Stains Obituary
1946 - 2019
John Sherwood Stains, age 72, passed suddenly and unexpectedly on Saturday, February 16, 2019, at home of cardiac arrest. He is survived by wife, Rebecca A. (Byerly) Stains; daughter, Betsy A. Medford (Christopher), and grandsons, David, Andrew, Ethan and Samuel of Orient, Ohio; and son, John Paul Stains (Zeliha) and granddaughters, Ayla, Elissa and Renee of Jerome Township, Ohio. Arrangements entrusted to Schoedinger Worthington Chapel, 6699 N. High St., Worthington, Ohio. Please visit www.SCHOEDINGER.com for complete obituary, service information and to leave condolences for the family.
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Joe Pastore
February 20, 2019
Becky, I was saddened to hear that your husband passed away, take comfort in the knowledge that he is with God. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sue Thomas
February 20, 2019
Becky, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are prayers are with you.
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