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Kenneth Erler Obituary

ERLER Kenneth P. Erler, 72, of Columbus, passed away Thursday, January 7, 2010, surrounded by his loving family. Ken was born to Kenneth D. and Thelma (Spafford) Erler in Gahanna, OH on January 19, 1937, and is preceded in death by his parents, sister Shirley Giamarco, step-mother Minnie Erler. Survivors include his son, W. Christopher (Bonnie) Erler; daughters, Melissa (Christopher) Bailey and Monica (Steve) Collier; step-son, Greg Pelfrey; grandchildren, Lorna, Dalton, Shawn, Chad; sister, Betty Fauth; former wife, Eulavon Erler; nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Ken served with the USMC in Korea, retired from the Columbus Dispatch, worked for Kreiger Ford for many years and was a member of the Local Teamsters Union. At Ken's request, there will be no services. NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, SW Chapel, 3393 Broadway, Grove City, OH is honored to serve the Erler Family. Messages of condolence may be left at www.NewcomerColumbus.com.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Jan. 8, 2010.

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January 9, 2010

Melissa, Chris, Lorna, Chad and the rest of Ken's family,
You have our deepest sympathies at this difficult time. Please know we are just around the corner if there is anything you need.
Love, Burge and Mary

Ed & Carole Ford

January 9, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

JODY GAISER

January 8, 2010

YOU PLAYED SUCH AN IMPORTANT PART IN OUR CHILDHOOD MEMORIES. LOVE COUSIN JODY GAISER.

January 8, 2010

I'LL MISS YOU KENNY.SISTER BETTY

Mick & Sandy Burlingame (cousin)

January 8, 2010

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

January 8, 2010

Dear Chris, Melissa, Monica and Families,

John and I wish to convey our sincere sympathy in the passing of your father.
Celebrate his life and remember all the good memories to carry you forward.

Sincerely and God Bless,
Barbara and John Forsythe

January 8, 2010

Dear Erler Family,

Our sincere sympathy in the passing of your father, Kenneth. We gratefully acknowledge his service to our country so that we can embrace the freedom we have today.

Sincerely,
Buckeye Military Moms, Chapter 9
Blue Star Mothers
Columbus, OH

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