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Martha Markstein Obituary

Markstein Martha B. Markstein, age 87, passed away February 2, 2016 at Sunrise of Bexley. Longtime member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish. Founding member of the Bexley Natural Food Co-op. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband John Markstein and son Tom Markstein. Survived by her sons, Dave (Susan) and Rob (Beth) Markstein; grandchildren, Chris (Jacqlynn), John (Famke), Kate and Paul; brother, Richard (Anne) Beshuk. Friends may call Friday from 5-8 p.m. at EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 403 East Broad Street. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday at 9:30 a.m. at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 2692 East Fifth Avenue. Burial to follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. Visit www.egan-ryan.com to offer condolences.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Feb. 3 to Feb. 5, 2016.

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Judy Dozer

February 17, 2016

Dave and Rob,
Your mom was a great neighbor in Bexley
I loved visiting with her and always knew I would come home learning something from her. We had so many good chats sitting on the front porch swing. As you know she dearly loved her family. Sincerely, Judy Dozer

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Andrea Beshuk

February 5, 2016

The kids and i are sorry to miss honoring Marty's life. She is loved and will be missed.

The Families and Staff of Egan-Ryan Funeral Home

February 3, 2016

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