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Kathy Clum Obituary

Name: Visitation for Kathy Clum
Start: 2017-02-08T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2017-02-09T01:00:00.000Z
Location: FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME

Clum Kathy Clum, 70, of Rushville, Ohio, passed away Sunday, February 5, 2017 at OSU Wexner Medical Center. She was co-owner and business manager of Mike Clum Auction Gallery, Inc. and a member of Zion Reformed U.C.C. of Thornville, Ohio. Kathy is survived by her husband, of 51 years, Mike Clum; daughter, Laura (Larry) Watson of Rushville, Ohio; son, John (Jodi) Clum of Alexandria, Ohio; grandchildren, Bryan Watson of Lancaster, Ohio, Chase Watson of Rushville, Ohio, Courtany Brooke Blevins of Canal Winchester, Ohio, Emma Grace Clum and Ava Faith Clum, both of Alexandria, Ohio; mother, Gloria Alvis of Newark, Ohio; brothers, Mike (Linda) Alvis of Thornville, Ohio and Rev. Rick (Julie) Alvis of Indianapolis, Indiana; five nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father Jack Alvis and father-in-law and mother-in-law John and Jane Clum. Funeral service will be held Thursday, February 9, 2017 at 11 a.m. at Zion Reformed U.C.C., Thornville, Ohio officiated by Rev. Melodie Weaver Rezac and assisted by Dr. Herbert Hicks and Rev. Rick Alvis. Burial will follow in Lutheran Reformed Cemetery, Thornville, Ohio. Friends may visit Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. at the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 405 N. COLUMBUS ST., LANCASTER, OHIO 43130 and 1 hour prior to the service on Thursday at the church. Memorial gifts may be given to the Zion Reformed U.C.C. in her memory for the restoration of a mural that gave her strength and comfort. To send an online condolence, and sign the guestbook, please visit www.funeralhome.com.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Feb. 6 to Feb. 7, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Kathy Clum

22 Entries

Linda Anderson Schielke

February 1, 2021

So hard to believe it's been 4 years since Kathy's passing! What a beautiful person she was! I so enjoyed working with her and getting to know her as she and Mike helped us do our Dad's gigantic auction in 2006. I continue to thoroughly enjoy talking with Mike, Laura, Larry and Chase whenever I call for information about auction items. Kathy would be so proud of how her family has continued to deliver such excellent auction services to the midwest, the US and beyond. We miss you, Kathy! God bless your loving family who continues your legacy with such grace, dignity, and love.

Linda Schielke

March 1, 2017

Mike and Family:
The entire Bud Anderson family from Leland, IL, is sending our deepest sympathies on the loss of dear Kathy. I just spoke with her a few weeks ago about auction items and she was so excited about the beautiful glass auction you were hosting the end of January and spending some time in Florida. Cannot believe she is gone. She was a wonderful partner in life and in work. Please know she will be missed by so many of us who have benefitted from your phenomenal auction services. You all made us feel like a part of your family when you were providing invaluable auction services during a very difficult time in the loss of our dad (hard to believe it's been 10 years in January since you hosted our fabulous estate sale). You and Kathy made an impossible task doable and enjoyable and we think the world of you both. Sending thoughts and prayers your way. May you find comfort in knowing so many friends are grieving with you and yours.
Linda Anderson Schielke (Jeff)
Susan Anderson Hohenberger (John)
Jane Anderson Meyer (Jerry)

February 11, 2017

Mike and family, I was so saddened to hear this news. Kathy has always been and will always be a "bright light." I feel blessed to have met her and witnessed her love for God and her family. Sending our love, Pastor Jackie Nehls

Lee Anne Young

February 11, 2017

Dear Mike and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful woman-inside and out.

February 10, 2017

February 10, 2017

Grief can be very
difficult, but our
special memories
can help us cope.

-Elizabeth/Michigan

John & Sherry DeVault

February 9, 2017

Gloria, Rick, Mike & families: so sorry to hear about Kathy's passing. I remember all the good times we had at Union Station C.U. Church. Your whole family's smiles lifted every one else up. God is so good to all of us and will watch over you until you join her up there.
Keep the faith as she did. Share God's love with others

Love & prayers,
John & Sherry

Jon Vastine

February 9, 2017

What a devastating loss to all of us but what a gain for our heavenly father.

Lisa Emery

February 8, 2017

John and Jodi,

Jeff and I are sorry for your loss.

Melodye Cunningham

February 8, 2017

Laura and family
We remember Kathy from church. I remember your family with great fondness. Your boys, Bryan and Chase, were so sweet at school. Our condolences to you and your family.
Melodye Cunningham (Mrs. Cunningham).

February 8, 2017

To the Clum Family our deepest sympathy goes out to you at this difficult time. We hope this message will somewhat ease your sorrow knowing that our mom, Peggy, left Sunday also just hours earlier to be there to greet Kathy. Love the McHale Family

Jim Eppley

February 7, 2017

Mike, Laura, and John,

We are so sorry for your loss. Kathy's caring, cheerful personality along with her pretty smile put others at ease wherever she went. She leaves an empty place in your hearts but lean on your faith and the caring concern of your family and friends in the coming weeks so that time can help heal the pain. Remember too that she will be watching you with Uncle Wes and Aunt Dot from above.
Our deepest sympathy to all of you.

Jim & Carole Eppley
Jimmy & Mary Eppley

February 7, 2017

I'm so very sorry for your loss. The death of a dear loved one is never easy. And nothing can completely take away the pain of grief. So at this difficult time. May you find comfort in the cherished precious memories that you shared with Kathy. And in the encouraging words at Matthew 6:10.

Laureen Harlan

February 7, 2017

Since Clark's Dining Room has closed, I often wondered how my favorite customers were doing. I am so sad to hear of Kathy's passing. Mike and Family you are in my prayers.

February 7, 2017

Prayers for the family from a member of Central Christian Church Newark, Ohio
Cheralyn Hay

steve & bernie brown

February 7, 2017

Mike , sorry for your loss

barbara olds

February 7, 2017

Mike and family, We are so sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. Our deepest condolences. Don and Barbara Olds

Larry Klingler

February 7, 2017

Mike, Laura, and John, I am so sorry for your loss. Kathy's caring, cheerful personality put others at ease. She leaves an empty place in your hearts that will be hard to fill. Lean on your faith and the caring concern of your family and friends in the coming weeks. My deepest sympathy to all of you.

Alpha Black

February 7, 2017

I remember all the great auctions that you had in Thornville. You have my deepest sympathy.
i ill keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Take care,
Alpha Black

Janet Dickson-Morris

February 7, 2017

So very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for comfort.

NANETTE DERFLINGER

February 7, 2017

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,,,,,PRAYERS FOR YOUR FAMILY......REMEMBER THE MEMORIES.....

MARCIE T

February 7, 2017

My sympathy to the family. As Jesus looked to the Heavenly Father for strength and power in his time of deep sorrow, may you do the same. John 11:39-44

Kevin and Bonny Calderwood

February 7, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

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