Marsha Otworth

Marsha Otworth

Marsha Otworth Obituary

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Marsha K. Otworth, 69, of Columbus, Ohio passed away peacefully at home on December 19. She was born in Dover, Ohio on October 26, 1953. She grew up in Akron, Ohio, graduating from Akron Firestone High School. Marsha earned her nursing degree from the University of Akron and masters degree from Central Michigan University. Her enthusiasm and compassion helped make her a wonderful nurse. She loved to read, work puzzles, cook Italian food, and watch football. She was outgoing and always wanted everyone to be happy. She is survived by husband William D. Otworth, son William S. (Jaslynne) Otworth, grandson William K. Otworth, sister Tamsen (Rick) Loyer and their daughter Elizabeth, brother Robert (Ramona) Cappelli, their daughter Caitlin (Jared) Lijoi and their children Mia, Gianna, and Anola and their son Steven (Allie) Cappelli. Preceded in death by parents Robert and Alice (Widder) Cappelli. A special thanks to the great people at Capital City Hospice, Kim and Jen and especially Debbie and Ann. Per her request there will be no service.

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