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Thomas DeVoe Obituary

DeVoe Thomas E. DeVoe, 73, long-time resident of Pickerington, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ unexpectedly Tuesday, October 8, 2013. Tom was a man of integrity, loving and devoted father, dedicated husband and "adopted dad" to many others. He was a long-time member and servant of Pickerington Nazarene Church and former member of Wilson Ave. Nazarene Church. Retired Asst. Public Service Director from City of Columbus after 33 years faithful service; worked for State of Ohio Dept. of Administrative Services and Germain Toyota. He was preceded in death by parents Glenn and Mildred DeVoe, beloved wife Phyllis DeVoe, aunt Dorothy and uncle Bus Welday, father-in-law Virgil Burnette, step-mother Mary DeVoe. Tom is survived by sons, Greg (former wife, Michele), Matthew P. (Tracy) and Eric (Teri) DeVoe; grandchildren, Isabella, Ava, Alexis, Lincoln, Nicholas "Beemer", Peighton, Paige and Parker; brother, Glen "Skip" (Helen) DeVoe, Jr; sister, Dolores "Dee" Franks; mother-in-law, Dorothy Burnette; step-daughters, Kaylyn and Kendra; former wife Justine. His family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at Pickerington Nazarene Church, 11775 Pickerington Rd., Pickerington, where the funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday. Interment following at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Seville, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Pickerington Nazarene Church, 11775 Pickerington Rd., Pickerington, OH 43147. Arrangements under the care of COTNER FUNERAL HOME, Reynoldsburg. Messages may be sent to his family by visiting www.cotnerfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 9 to Oct. 10, 2013.

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Janet Dutchess

October 11, 2013

So sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He was a very special man, full of life and always always had a smile on his face. Everyone at the credit union will miss him dearly.

Lynda & Charlie Kiefer

October 11, 2013

Our hearts are heavy with your loss. Know that our love, thoughts and prayers are with all of you now and always. The Kiefer's

George Surgeon II

October 11, 2013

Tom will be deeply missed. I will miss my conversation's with him on Sunday morning and his company as we set beside each other over the past few years during Service. He was one of the first to make me feel truely welcomed at Pickerington Naz.

Willard Casto

October 10, 2013

So sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He was such a positive force, along with Phyllis, at Wilson Avenue.

October 10, 2013

A well loved man, may he dance in heaven with the light of his life.

Tim and Joyce Patterson

October 10, 2013

Dear Skip & Helen & families,
Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of Tom. Even though we never met Tom, we heard that he was a wonderful and kind man always willing to help others out. May the Lord give you His peace and comfort you in your sorrow at this time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

October 10, 2013

I am so very sorry for your loss. May the Lord Bless and keep you all during this difficult time. I worked with Tom at the State of Ohio (DAS) and we had some great times together. His smile will definitely be missed! Rest in peace Tom!

Kay Yelinek Poskarbiewicz

October 10, 2013

Dee and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember when we all attended Central School. You are in my prayers.

Sheri Wagner

October 10, 2013

Tom was such a good guy. He was one of my drivers here at Germain Toyota and will be greatly missed, not just for work but as my friend. He always had a smile on his face and enjoyed life. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. May you feel God's comfort and peace.

Ruth Edwards

October 10, 2013

Tom was a wonderful friend and co-worker, he will be missed greatly. He always had a smile on his face and the best outlook on life. I will miss him so much.

Jean Welday

October 10, 2013

Dee and Skip and families, sorry for you loss. Tom was a great person. Although we haven't seen each other for many years, I remember being neighbors on Mills St. and the good times we had. God Bless you all! Jean and Fred Welday and the Scott family.

October 10, 2013

I work here at Germain Toyota and Tom was always such a pleasant gentleman. His nice little smiles will be sadly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Just remember all the fond memories you have. We will remember him always. Sandy Sherrod

Carolyn Duskey Lutz

October 10, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this sad time. May our precious Lord give you comfort so that when the dark clouds pass the light of his love will shine forth again. In Jesus Love,

Donna and Mike Maahs

October 9, 2013

A great neighbor who we will sadly miss. Always lending a helping hand to those who needed it. Matt, Eric and Greg.. so sorry for your lost. He's home now and at peace. Love and God Bless.

Donald and Mary Palmer

October 9, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Tom was indeed a special person.

October 9, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

October 9, 2013

I didn't know Tom long, but enjoyed the times we worked together in the care ministry. He always had a smile and kind word for everyone. Star Snider

Mark Bess

October 9, 2013

I work at Germain where Tom was a driver for us.He told me about his '56 Ford,but never had a picture.Just recently he had a picture of it on his phone he had taken and he said now I can show it to you. Said he wanted to do some work on it. I will always remember kidding with each other. He was such a kind man. He will be greatly missed. I would like to send my prayers and thoughts to his family. I pray that the Lord will comfort you in your loss.

October 9, 2013

We are saddened that Tom is no longer with us. He was a great Christian father and our friend.Love you Tom.Bob&Connie

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Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Pickerington Nazarene Church

11775 Pickerington Rd., Pickerington, OH

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11

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Pickerington Nazarene Church

11775 Pickerington Rd., Pickerington, OH

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12

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Pickerington Nazarene Church

11775 Pickerington Rd., Pickerington, OH

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Interment

2:30 p.m.

Hillcrest Memorial Gardens

Seville, OH

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7369 East Main Street, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068

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