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Mark Dempsey Obituary
Mark Dempsey, age 55, Friday, January 10, 2020 at Grant Medical Center. Owner of Dempsey's Food and Spirits, 346 S. High St. Survived by his wife, Megan; and children, Allison (Brady) Overholt, Celia (Geff) Kinzel, Conor Dempsey, Michaela Dempsey, and Mary Katherine Dempsey; 6 grandchildren. Friends may call Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at The Shamrock Club of Columbus, 60 W. Castle Road, Columbus 43207. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday 10a.m. at St. Patrick Church, 280 N. Grant Ave. Burial St. Joseph Cemetery. Arrangements by EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 403 E. BROAD ST. Visit www.egan-ryan.com for condolences and to see the full obituary.
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Kelly Moser
January 16, 2020
Dear Dempsey family, we cannot express our sadness upon hearing of Mark's passing. I see him serving his famous fish at St. Mary's as if it was yesterday. ( Lent? Or maybe just a fundraiser) We are praying for all of you during this time. May God hold Mark in the palm of his hand until we all meet again. Kelly and Bill Moser and family.
January 16, 2020
I am so saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I cannot tell you how much Michael and I enjoyed our visit to Columbus and the time spent with all of you. You were all so gracious and so much fun. Many fond memories. I am sure Mark and Michael are stirring up things from above. Much love, Sheri Reintjes
January 13, 2020
I am so very sorry for your loss. Praying for your family. Jo Ellen (Dempsey) Moore
Charles & Arleen Relli
January 13, 2020
To the family of Mark Dempsey: we were saddened to hear of Marks passing our sincere condolences
Victoria Ullmann
January 13, 2020
Mark will be greatly missed by the many lawyers that would stop in for a bite and a brew after a hard day at court.
Jill Jones
January 13, 2020
Megan and Family,
My deepest condolences during this time. My heart is heavy and yet filled with so many fun memories I will cherish forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He was special and will never be forgotten. May you find peace and comfort by those that knew him and loved him.
God Bless,
Duffy Horan
January 13, 2020
Condolences to the entire clan.
Erin Pottmeyer
January 13, 2020
Megan and Family
The Beverly Knight of Columbus 4617 Churchtown bowling group express our deepest condolenes during this time and will alway remember a generous and fun guy that took one of his busy days to spend with a bunch of bowlers Hope to see you at Dempsey"s the next trip will miss him.
Erin Pottmeyer
January 13, 2020
Megan and Family
The Beverly Knight of Columbus 4617 Churctown bowling group express our deepest condolences during this time and will alway remember a generous and fun guy that took one of his busy days to spend with a bunch of bowlers. Hope to see you at Dempsey's the next trip will miss him.
Sue Noll
January 12, 2020
Megan and family, we were sad to hear of Mark's passing. Praying God brings strength and comfort to you.
Richard Myers
January 12, 2020
Megan and Family,
So sorry for your loss. Mark was one of a kind who never held back on what he really thought.. I enjoyed his humor while working with him at the County on construction projects he represented. Our prayers are with you and your family. RIP Mark Dempsey....
Deborah O'Neill
January 12, 2020
Dear Megan and family, I am so very sorry for the loss of Mark. Everyone who knew him loved him. He truly was a great guy. Too many stories to recount of his tireless efforts campaigning, working with and charitable and civic causes his kindness and generosity and willingness to help is his legacy. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Marc Connolly
January 11, 2020
I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Mark's passing. He became a friend from my group's many visits to the restaurant while on the road. What a kind, open and fun person he was to get to know, and always very welcoming to us. I'll miss seeing him tremendously, as visits to Dempsey's are the highlight of work trips to Columbus. All because of Mark.
South High School Alumni Association
January 11, 2020
The South High School Alumni Association and its Board of Directors want to express our sympathy and send condolences at the death of your loved one. Our entire South High School family is diminished by his passing.
Bob and Kelly Kerpsack
January 11, 2020
Megan and family,
We are so sorry for your loss of Mark. Peace be with Mark and with all of you.
Margaret Mitchell
January 11, 2020
So sorry to hear about mark passing. I worked with mark at the clerk of courts he was a loving and caring guy had so many great times with him .To Meagan and his children i send my prayers and love
Tony Hatem
January 10, 2020
St. Patricks Day, The Shamrock Club, The Doo Dah Parade, random Saturday afternoon adventures, playing euchre, are just a few things that will never be the same without Mark. Words can't express the sadness in my heart for all of the Dempsey family.
Michael McGuire
January 10, 2020
My heartfelt condolences to Megan and Family. He was a great man and it was a pleasure to have been a friend of his.
Tina O'Grady
January 10, 2020
Megan and Family, I'm so saddened to hear of Mark's passing. He meant a lot to many people here in Columbus and is leaving a huge gap where positive, funny, supportive, and just real good Irish-Catholic energy once stood. Always a welcoming smile, he was one of the community's "Greats"! I will miss not being able to see him at so many functions. I will see you at Dempsey's. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to support you and the family during this difficult time. Love and peace to each of you, as I know you will miss his wonderful sense of humor.
Tina O'Grady
January 10, 2020
I'm so sorry Megan and family. Mark was the best. He always had a smile on his face and a tease ready. He's made a positive impact on people here in Columbus, always a memorable interaction, and a huge promoter of the city itself. I will miss not being able to see him. My condolences. I will see you in Dempsey's. Please let me know how I can help. Love and prayers.
Jim Ryan
January 10, 2020
God Bless Megan . Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you and the family.
Jim Ryan
Robert Leis
January 10, 2020
Columbus won't be the same without Mark. He was smart, funny, whitty, generous and will be missed by many.
The Families and Staff of Egan-Ryan Funeral Home
January 10, 2020
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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