John "Jack" Edward Gessells
John "Jack" Edward Gessells
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21
Celebration of Life
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Hillview Christian Church
9005 East Main Street, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
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John "Jack" Gessells Obituary
John Gessells, better known as Jack, 90, of Columbus, Ohio, died at Circleville Post Acute Nursing Home on February 28, 2026.
He was born in Columbus in 1935 to Joseph and Ruth Gessells. Jack attended Chillicothe High School and went on to retire from Kroger's after 32 years.
He loved golf and bowling. He made many friends. He was a devout Christian and elder at Hillview Church in Reynoldsburg. Jack now has a home in heaven, being with Jesus and loved ones.
Jack was preceded in death by wife, Martha, daughter, Krista, baby Johnny, and grandson, Cody. He is survived by brother Dick, sons Rick (Crissie), Jeff (Ann), 8 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild.
Jack was loved and will be missed.
A celebration of life is being held on March 21 from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm, at Hillview Church, 9005 E. Main Street, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Upcoming Events
Mar
21
Celebration of Life
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Hillview Christian Church
9005 East Main Street, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsServices provided by
Newcomer Funeral Home - Northeast Chapel - ColumbusOnly 1 day left for delivery to next service.