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LEARY Roy L. Leary, 76, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2006. He was born April 26, 1929 to the late Louise and Frank Leary. Graduated from Rosary High School in 1947 and attended OSU for awhile. He entered the Navy in 1948 and served in the European area and the main ship was U.S.S. Columbus 74. After his four year stint in the Navy, he went back to OSU and graduated with a BA. He retired from The Ohio State University after 51 years of service. Upon graduation, he worked in the administration office at Ohio State. He later became the head of Internal Auditing over The Ohio State University campus. Later he became business manager of the College of Dentistry in 1977, where he worked until he retired in 1992. He was then rehired as treasurer of the Dental Faculty Practice. He was Cubmaster for Pack 310 at St. Matthias Church. Later he became Scoutmaster for Troop 310 and Weblos. He is survived by loving wife of 53 years, Helen Ann; children, Doug (Diana), Brian (Sharon), Matt (Wendy), Scott (Cathy), Sue, Betsy (Andy) Pesce, Frank (Stacy); many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and cousins; long-time friends, Judy and Butch Hunt and Bunny and Art Creasap. In his spare time, he enjoyed gardening and spending quality time with his family, friends, and pets. Friends may call 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at SCHOEDINGER NORTH CHAPEL, 5554 Karl Rd., where a prayer service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, February 2, 2006 at St. Matthias Catholic Church, 1582 Ferris Rd. Fr. James T. Smith, Celebrant. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jan. 31 to Feb. 1, 2006.

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Josh Leary

February 3, 2006

Im Josh Leary and I'm the son of Frank Leary, who is the 7th of 7 children in the Leary family. I'm only 13 but those 13 years with my grandpa(PAPA)were a great 13 years. Everyone in the Leary Family are gonna miss him because he was the heart and soul of the Leary Family. He served in the Navy and was on the USS Columbus. On behalf of the Leary Family, Thank's to Everyone who showed up to the funeral and showings. It showed how many friends he had and how many people who cared for him.



Thank's

Kristen Howell

February 3, 2006

Brande and Family,

I only met your grandfather once, but he certainly made me laugh. You are in my thoughts and prayers, and you have my support and love. My deepest sympathies.



Kristen Howell

Laura Hamilton

February 1, 2006

Doug and Diana,

My family and I were sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is very dear to me and my daugthers. We will have you and the entire family in our prayers.

Brian Powers

February 1, 2006

To the Leary Family:



I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers will be with you. God Bless.

Joel Weaver

February 1, 2006

Dear Helen and Family,

Having lost my mother-in-law and my father in the past month, I too share your grief on one hand but rejoice that I had the privilege of being Roy's good friend for nearly thirty years. Those wonderful memories will never fade.



Roy loyally served the College of Dentistry and the University for an exceptionally long time, and what really impressed me about his work was that he was able to quickly transition from being comfortable with a written ledger to being a computer whiz.



Roy was a very caring person who always took the time to discuss any questions to be sure that he was accurate. No matter who will sit at his desk from now on, it will never be the same. We'll all miss him dearly, but I suspect that he and Al Hall are having a nice reunion.

Amy McGee

February 1, 2006

Dear Leary Family,

You and your family are in my prayers. Roy was a wonderful man and always so kind and sweet to me.

He rests in God’s arms now. God Bless you and your family.

Cherie Golowin

February 1, 2006

Dear Friends and relatives of Roy Leary,



I will miss Roy around the College of Dentistry. I could always count on him for a friendly Hi no matter where I encountered him and a quick story or joke. I will miss him visiting the Dental Hygiene office in the College of Dentistry. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your grief.



Love,



Cherie Golowin

Susan Lee

February 1, 2006

Dear Frank and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. We have always enjoyed your gatherings at home, where we met your dad. May God strengthen you and give you peace through his loving grace.

Susan & Erling Lee

Sue Leary

February 1, 2006

I just want to say that Dad was a remarkable man. He would give the shirt off of his back if needed. This came as shock to all of us and he truely is missed. There won't be a day to go by without him in our thoughts. Thanks Dad for a lifetime of LOVE! YOU ARE THE BEST!!!! We love you!

Mark & Myrla Baumann

January 31, 2006

Brian and Sharon have been dear friends of ours for more than 20 years. Our thoughts are with you during this sad occasion. Your dad was a pleasant soul, I didn’t get to spend much time with him, but each time I met him I left with a happy heart. I’m sure he is already visiting old friends and relatives and I’ll bet he’s got a round of golf in with Scott already!

Jayne Kramer

January 31, 2006

Helen & Family:



My deepest sympathies go out to you. Roy was not only my co-worker but my friend. The College of Dentistry has lost a great man.



Jayne Kramer

Freda Qurshi

January 31, 2006

To all the Leary family, I wish to send my condolences. I know from listening to Angee that you are a close family. But as long as any of you are around, he will be around, too.

Ed McGlumphy

January 31, 2006

Many people at the College of Dentistry are very saddened by this news. I worked with Roy for over twenty years at the College of Dentistry. He was always excellent at his job and very caring about all the individuals that he came in contact with. He will be greatly missed.

Karen Norris

January 31, 2006

Frank, we are so sorry to hear about your father's passing. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.



Karen & Earl

Denise Mackey

January 31, 2006

To the Leary family,

It was with great shock and sadness that I learned of Roy's passing over the weekend. He has been at the College of Dentistry since I started in 1977. What a good- natured personality he had! We will miss his smiling face!

Cindy Haynes

January 31, 2006

To the Leary Family,



I worked with Roy only a couple of years, but that was enough for me to realize what a wonderful person he was. I will truly miss him.

Dianne Crocetti

January 31, 2006

Dear Helen&Family, I have no words at the loss of Roy, he was a great guy, I have loved working with and knowing him for the last 27 years, and I will miss seeing him every day.My prayers and thoughts are with you and Roy, and he will always be in my memories as one of the great ones. Love to you and your family, Dianne Crocetti

Chris Irwin

January 31, 2006

Roy was such a nice man and a great historian for the family. I always liked hearing his stories about the elder relatives and the olden days. He will be greatly missed.

Carol Orders

January 31, 2006

To the Leary Family

Roy will be greatly missed at the OSU College of Dentistry. My prayers are with you .

Gretchen Weber

January 31, 2006

I am so sorry for your loss. I will truly miss Roy!! He and I joked a lot at the College of Dentistry and I could always count on him for a laugh. You are in my thoughts and prayers.



Gretchen Weber

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Al Reader

January 31, 2006

I worked with Roy since he came to College. He was always upbeat and friendly - an exceptional individual. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this sad time.

Linda Schultz

January 31, 2006

Sue and Family,

So sorry to hear of your loss. Take care - you are in my prayers.



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Jack & Sandy Mead

January 31, 2006

We are very sadden at the passing of such a wonderful man. Although we only met Roy a few times we know him well through his son, Frank. Frank’s loving/giving nature certainly reflects his Father character. We are very blessed to be a part of this devoted family.

Soraya Villarroel

January 31, 2006

Dear Leary's Family;

Our Deepest Condolences for loosing Roy. We will keep you in our pryers

Sincerely,

Soraya Villarroel and family.

Freddie Jordan

January 31, 2006

To Helen Ann and the entire Leary family, I wish you many wonderful memories of Roy and Peace as you continue to be strengthened by God's grace. May you find comfort in these.

Love, FJ

Kathi & Phil Wentzel

January 31, 2006

Helen,

So sorry to hear about Roy. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May the many wonderful memories you have sustain you in the coming days.

Mary Young

January 31, 2006

I have known Roy for 15 years at the College of Dentistry. He was always very friendly and helpful. Mary

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