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Mary Johnston Obituary

JOHNSTON Mary Alice Johnston, age 80, of Hilliard, passed away Sunday, January 15, 2012. Graduate of Marion Harding High School Class of 1948; long time member of Scioto Ridge United Methodist Church and retired secretary from Avery Elementary School. Preceded in death by her parents Leon and Susan Obenour, loving husband Norwood, sisters Pam Fangman and Carol Griffis, brothers Pete and Richard Obenour, numerous brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Survived by son, David Johnston of Hilliard; daughters, Jill (Carl) Carter of Ashland, OH, Amy (Steve) Zehala of Bexley, OH, and Nina Moneypenny of Powell, OH; grandchildren, Justin, Jordan, and Josh Johnston, Abby, Stephen, and Zachary Zehala, Megan and Ben Moneypenny; great-granddaughter, Jillian Johnston; brother, Jack Obenour of Ontario, OH; sisters, Vera Micheli of Marion, OH and Faye Lee of FL; along with numerous relatives and dear friends, especially John Huntley and Erma Schleich. The family would like to thank the staff at The Mill Run Gardens for all their love and support. Friends may call from 1-3 and 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at THE TIDD FUNERAL HOME 5265 Norwich St. Hilliard, OH 43026. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday at Scioto Ridge United Methodist Church 4343 Dublin Rd. Hilliard, OH 43026 with visitation one hour prior to the time of service. Interment Wesley Chapel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to HomeReach Hospice, 3724 Olentangy River Rd., Suite G, Columbus, OH 43214 or Scioto Ridge United Methodist Church at the address listed above. www.tiddfuneralservice.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jan. 15 to Jan. 17, 2012.

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Jane Collier

January 17, 2012

I hope you all can find comfort in each other and the memories you share.
Rest in peace Mary Alice.

Teresa Vance

January 16, 2012

I was so sorry to hear of Mrs. Johnston's passing. She was my 2nd Mom during my years at Avery Elementary - and was the only one that could tell if I was really sick or not when I wandered down to the office claiming my stomach hurt. She took interest in every child that walked through those doors and was happy to run into us long after we had left Avery's halls. My thoughts & prayers go out to the family - Heaven has definitely gained a wonderful angel.

Butch Gardner

January 16, 2012

David, Jill, Amy and Nina...I was so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a terrific person with a ready smile for all. My most sincere condolences to you and yours.

John and Julie Shafer

January 16, 2012

Dave, John and I are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

January 16, 2012

Mary Alice will certainly be missed...
Roberta Durbin
~mill run care center activity staff

Carol Bauer

January 16, 2012

Dear Nina, Amy, Jill and David,
Danny and I are sorry to hear of your loss. As you know, MaryAlice and Norwood were the best neighbors ever! We remember many fun times we shared. We are in Gulf Shores, AL now, so we will be unable to come pay our respect. We will certainly be thinking of you.

D Kinzer

January 15, 2012

To Amy & the entire family: Sending my deepest sympathy. It's going to take time for confront but with God in your hearts it will come in time. My God Bless you all. Love Denise, Makayla, Melvin & Shavon

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