Lois Goodell, 91, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on July 30, 2025. Born in Columbus, Ohio, on February 6, 1934, she was the beloved daughter of R Harold Ramsey and Adrian Tom Ramsey. Lois attended Grandview Heights High School, and The Ohio State University where she graduated from the school of dentistry as a dental hygienist. Lois was a member of the Order of Eastern Star, Daughter of the Nile, and Phi Mu Sorority. She was a crafter and enjoyed creating cards for family and friends. She is survived by her children, Frank (Robin) Goodell, his wife Jodi Goodell, and her grandchildren, Jonathan Goodell, Christopher Goodell, and Samantha Goodell. A graveside service to celebrate Lois' life will be held 2:00 PM Monday, August 4, 2025, at Union Cemetery, 2800 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, Ohio 43202. If anyone wishes to make a donation in Lois' memory, the family requests tribute donations be sent to the Alzheimer's Association, alz.org. Online condolences may be made at www.deyodavis.com.

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Marcia Emerson

August 8, 2025

Lois was the ONLY person who cleaned my teeth for YEARS when I was young (~age 6-16) in the `70s+
I compare all other dental hygienists to her!
She made a difference in my life.
My condolences to her family.

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