Nick Sabo

SABO Nick Sabo, age 87, of Upper Arlington, passed away peacefully Saturday, October 6, 2007, at his home following a courageous battle with an extended illness. Nick was the co-owner of Sabo and Speakman Plumbing & Heating Co., and sole owner of Sabo Plumbing and Heating. He also retired as plumbing inspector with the City of Columbus after many years. He was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Ernestine Sabo and grandson Michael Mudgett. Nick is survived by his children, Richard Sabo, Greg (Robin) Sabo, Julie (Jim) Odebrecht, John (Tracy) Sabo, Jane (Pat) Mudgett, Nick (Rita) Holdridge and George (Jean) Holdridge; 7 grandchildren, Jennifer, Richard, Jeff, Nick, Mark, Michelle and Jack; one great-granddaughter and several nieces and nephews. U.S. Army Veteran World War II serving in the Pacific Theatre and Korea. Nick was a charter member and Treasurer of the Mechanical Contractors Association and a member of Plumber's and Pipefitter's Examining Board. Nick was a Master Plumber and passed his knowledge by preparing future plumbers before their licensing exams. He was also a sales associate for Byers Fence Co. Friends may call 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday at SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Road, where funeral service will be held 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 10, 2007. Dr. Wayne Nicholson officiating. Interment Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to HomeReach Hospice, Odyssey Hospice or a charity of your choice, in his memory. "Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries"