In Memoriam up to 2020 - As of 2020 we have moved our updated Memorial site to the
Wortington High Schools Alumni Club Website
. . . we are deeply saddened by the loss of our classmates.
At each reunion we are saddened to hear that some more of our classmates have passed away. None of us are getting any younger and can thank God that we can meet once again to renew old friendships and exchange stories of our lives at the upcoming Reunion of the Class of 1979. Let's not forget our fellow
fallen cardinals . . .

Ron Alexander
Ron Alexander 		July 19th, 1990 From bicycle / car accident

Ron attended the Ohio State University School of Music from 1979-1983. He moved to California and received his Bachelor of Music in 1986 from California State University at Sacramento. In 1989, he received his Master of Arts in Music at the University of California, Davis. His thesis was entitled: The Secular Monodies of Francesca Caccini's "Il Primo Libro Delle Musiche."

At UC Davis, Ron was a teaching assistant, a member of the Symphony Orchestra, and a recipient of the David Saxxon Award for Excellence in Performance of Early Music, 1988. Performing with the orchestra, he traveled to Tahiti, New Zealand and Australia in 1989.

He was enrolled in the Ph.D. program in Musicology at Stanford University, 1989-1990.

In the Columbus area, he was a member of both Zivili, a professional Yugoslavian Folk Song & Dance Group and Vatra-Ziva, Tamburitza Ensemble, another Yugoslavian song and dance group. Ron performed with Zivili in Yugoslavia in 1980.

Ron was a member of other Early Music / Baroque groups in Columbus and Sacramento. He could play any stringed instrument and specialized in guitar and lute. (He built his own lute from scratch.) He even played the bagpipes at his older brother's wedding.

Athletically, Ron was an avid cyclist, skier and climber. He once strung a rope some 100 feet between two trees in our backyard and then traversed the distance mid-air, enthralling a multitude of neighborhood kids in the process.

He enjoyed many climbs in the New York Appalachians, the Great Smokies, the Rocky Mountains, and the Canadian Rockies. Only a week before his tragic death in 1990, he had scaled Long's Peak in Rocky Mountain National Park.

Ron lived life fully and enthusiastically and numerous friends remarked he had done more in his 28 years than many people do in a life time.

We miss you, kid.

Mom, Dad, Robert '72, Willie '73, Jeff '75, and John '78
Carol Bailey
Carol Bailey 		August 13th, 1991 Due to cancer
Carol received her undergrad degree from the University of Michigan majoring in Economics, and then attended Law School at Capital University, graduating with honors. After graduating Law School, she started a career with Bricker-Eckler LLP, a large law firm in Columbus. Shortly after beginning her career she was diagnosed with cancer. At the time of her death, she was living in Dublin, and engaged to be re-married. We can always remember Carol by her enthusiasm for life and her unforgettable laugh.

-Submitted by classmate.
Carol Bailey
Beth (Bergdah) Fraser

Beth (Bergdah) Fraser, 48, of Venice, died Feb. 2, 2010 from a heart attack while sleeping.
Survivors include her parents, Faye and Bill Bergdahl of Venice, FL; her sister, Koren
(Robert) DeRusso of Clearwater; a brother, Marc (Laurel) Bergdahl of Columbus, Ohio; and aunts, uncles and cousins.
Donations may be made to the Salvation Army, The Venice Corps. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Margret Boardman
Margaret (Meg) Boardman 		March 6th, 1991 Due to cancer
After WHS Meg attended Westminster Choir College in New Jersey for a year. She then returned to the Central Ohio area. She was involved in the set production and chorus of Vaudvillities for several years. She loved her involvement with Vaudvillities. She also loved spending time with her nieces. On March 6, 1991, Meg lost a four year battle with an illness. During a majority of the four year period her hopes were high and she fought hard. In the midst of her illness she attended the 10th HS reunion. It took a lot of energy for her to attend but, she was glad to have the opportunity to see some of her friends again. If anybody would like more information please feel free to contact me: Meg's little sister, Cathy (Boardman) McKenna (WHS Class of 1984). nikkikub@yahoo.com

Roger Cellar		 Cellar Roger "Byrd" Cellar, age 53, died Friday morning 3/13/2015 at his home following an extended illness. Born July 15, 1961 in Columbus, Byrd was a graduate of Worthington High School and an alumnus of their Ten Man Kazoo Band. He was a former member and assistant coach of Mount Air Swim Team and was joyfully employed as Facility Supervisor at Whole Foods Market. Mr. Cellar proudly served our country in the U. S. Coast Guard. He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Denisa; daughters, Maggie and Claire; son, John; mother, Jean Cellar; sister, Denise (Tim) Barnett; uncles, Bernard (Barb) Cellar and Russell (Mary) Cellar; aunt, Becky (Harold) Price; many cousins, nieces and nephews; and special family members, Finn, Rosco, Scooter, and Lily. He was preceded in death by his father Roger Cellar - The Columbus Dispatch.

Jonathan (John) Collins

November 22nd 2015 in South Carolina. Funeral arrangements through Sandifer Funeral Home in Westminster, South Carolina.

Todd Daubenmire

August 2nd, 2009 in Florida.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Todd Daubenmire and his family. He was a loving father and grandfather. He is survived by his father, David; brother, Tyler; sister, Devin Graham; daughter, Ashley; son, Ryan; and grandson, Andrew.

Paula Genovese
Paula Genovese		 Shortly after graduation.


Clinton Fallon		 Fallon Clinton Timothy Fallon, of Worthington, passed away Monday, July 6, 2015. Clint was born on March 19, 1961 to William W. and Millicent (Krout) Fallon. Clint was a very kind, intelligent and strong person. He graduated from Worthington High School, Class of 1979. He was a graduate from Ohio University and worked in construction for most of his life. He also was a dedicated volunteer at the Alleluia Lutheran Church and had a love for animals. In addition to his parents, Clint is survived by his siblings, Marianne, Ralph, Bradley (Cathi), Michael (Leslie), Fredrick, Clifford (Ann Marie); and many loving nieces and nephews. Clint lived by the motto "Be kind to all, do not be mean to the least of us". In lieu of flowers, contributions in Clint's memory may be made to the Capital Area Humane Society, 3015 Scioto Darby Executive Ct., Hilliard, Ohio, 43026.

Charles Favret		 October 29th, 2006 due to an automobile accident. He is survived by his wife Debbie, a son and daughter, four brothers and one sister.

Amy Lee Fiscarelli		 March 6, 2011 - Amy Lee Fiscarelli, surrounded by her loving parents, Patricia and Antonio Fiscarelli, and sister Rosemary Fiscarelli-Mintz, Amy Lee Fiscarelli passed into the presence of God on March 6, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. Amy was born September 23, 1961 in Summit, New Jersey, and grew up in Columbus. She was a 1979 graduate of Worthington High School and attended Ohio State and Franklin Universities. In 1985, she moved to Los Angeles where her lifelong passion for food took root and she trained as a chef. She worked in numerous establishments, with a special interest in cheese and deli foods. Her last employment was with MDBS at the Los Angeles Air Force Base where she was renowned for her wit and upbeat attitude as well as her professional expertise. Amy was passionate about animals and had a menagerie of pets during her lifetime. She also enjoyed skiing, hiking and camping in wilderness areas. In addition to her parents and sister, she is survived by her brother-in-law, Steven Mintz; adoring nieces, Sarah and Anna Fiscarelli-Mintz; and nephew, Antonio J. Fiscarelli. Her beloved brother Nick A. Fiscarelli preceded her in death. She is also deeply missed by many devoted friends, co-workers, and her cats Clint and Misty.
(Columbus Dispatch Sunday March 20th, 2011)
Don Heaton Donald Jay Heaton, age 60, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2021. Don was born in Glen Ridge, New Jersey on October 31, 1960 to Alice and Ward Heaton. Raised in Indianapolis, IN and Worthington, he was a graduate of Worthington High School. Don worked at many national parks, from Alaska to Arizona, Maine to Wyoming, and enjoyed photographing wildlife in his spare time. He also enjoyed reading, following auto racing – especially the Indianapolis 500 – and spending time with his beagle, Darwin. Preceded in death by his parents, he is survived by his sisters, Cyndie Kleshock (Mark) of Phoenix, AZ, and Jeanne Good (Doug) of Austin, TX; and five nieces and nephews, Jaimie Kleshock and Andrew Kleshock of Phoenix, AZ, and Elizabeth Good, Matthew Good and Ryan Good of Austin, TX; as well as his uncles, Lloyd Charlton (Terry) of Rockaway Twp., NJ, and Jack Charlton (Barbara) of Long Branch, NJ; and numerous cousins. Once the COVID-19 pandemic ends, the family is planning a memorial service in New Jersey. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking anyone who is able to donate to the CHA Animal Shelter at chaanimalshelter.org

Jeffrey A. Kramer 		Jeffrey A. Kramer, age 54, of Columbus, died Sunday, March 29, 2015. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Nolan. His survivors include his brother & sister-in-law, Jay and Mneatha; daughter, Lennon Cummings of Indiana; father, James Kramer; and many friends. In keeping with the wishes of the family, there will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Jeffrey attended classes with us.
Richard Kreiger
Richard Kreiger		 January 1st, 1983 Due to Automobile Accident

 

Mark Lamprecht

 

 January 1st, 1994 Due to Heart Condition


Gary Ralph "Chief" Latimer

 

 Latimer Gary Ralph "Chief" Latimer, age 54 of Lewis Center died Sunday, July 19, 2015. He was Vice-President of Sales at C&R Materials, Inc. Gary is preceded in death by mother, Carolyn Latimer. He is survived by wife, Lisa M. Latimer; daughter, Amanda Hobbs; grandchildren, Joseph, Ryan and Brandon; father, Robert (Marge) Latimer; brothers, Mike (Tina) Latimer and Bryan Latimer; sister, Lori (Mark) French; former sister-in-law, Kelly Latimer; nieces, nephews, many friends and dog, Martin R. Latimer. Gary graduated from Thomas Worthington High School, Class of 1979. He loved boating and the Dallas Cowboys.

Lynn Lazzell Jr.
Lynn Lazzell Jr.

 December 12th, 2002 Due to throat cancer.

Hunter H. Lynne		 Lynne Hunter H. Lynne, age 52, of Columbus, June 27, 2013. Preceded in death by mother Dr. Joan H. Lynne, grandparents Malcolm and Velma Hazlett, Dr. Harry and Gladys Lynne. Survived by father, Donald M. Lynne; siblings, Bradley (Lynne) Lynne, Rex (Brenda) Lynne, Polly (Doug) Bosse, Jennifer (Glenn) Smeal; nieces and nephews, Adam and Amanda Lynne, Meg and Laura Bosse, Glenn Richard, Maggie and Nolan Smeal. Hunter was a graduate of Worthington High School, Class of '79 and was employed by National Auto Parts. He will be deeply missed by all his family and friends.


Martyn Miller

Martyn passed away in Nov. 2000 in The Dalles, Oregon. He and his girlfriend had moved there from Ohio in 1993 to go into business with his brother, but the arrangement did not succeed. His brother, Jim, who was 17 years older than Martyn, died earlier that year.

-Submitted by classmate.

Lisa Ostrom

Lisa (Ostrom) Webb, died of metastatic breast cancer August 12, 2006.

"Lisa earned her Bachelor of Philosophy degree from Miami University in 1983. She and I were married in 1985, and she moved out to Boulder, Colorado, where I was in graduate school. We have two kids, Katie and Kevin. Lisa worked as a banker until Kev was born, then changed her job to full-time Mom. She volunteered in the kids' schools and ran a Girl Scout troop for many years. She was diagnosed in January, 2003 and fought hard until the end."

-Submitted by Husband Jeff Web - Class of 1980.

 


Karen Patterson

 

 February 17th, 1990 Due to fall while visiting India.

Brian R. Peiffer		 PEIFFER Brian R. Peiffer age 51 of Lewis Center passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 18, 2013. Survived by parents Joan and Jack Peiffer; siblings, Yvonne Lowe, Jeffery (Clare) Peiffer and Steven (Laurel) Peiffer; numerous uncles, aunts, nieces, nephew and cousins. Family will receive friends from 12:30 - 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Paul Catholic Church, 313 N. State St., Westerville followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 2 p.m. Wednesday. Fr. Michael Hinterschied celebrant. In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory can be made to Wounded Warriors, www.woundedwarriorproject.org Arrangements by HILL FUNERAL HOME, Westerville.
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Published in The Columbus Dispatch from January 21 to January 22, 2013
Natalie Schneider
Natalie Schneider 		August 29th, 1995 Due to Cancer.

Daniel Robert Spellacy

Daniel Robert Spellacy, age 49, went unexpectedly to be with our Lord Wednesday, June 16, 2010. A graduate of Worthington High School, Class of 1979. He was a member of the Cross Country team, track team and ski club. Dan attended Ohio University where he studied Marketing. Dan loved cooking and food preparation and worked at numerous restaurants pursuing his passion. He also enjoyed building and repairing computers and other electronics. A loving son, brother and uncle, Dan is survived by his mother, Mary G. Spellacy of Worthington; his father, Robert S. Spellacy of Laguna Vista, TX; his brother, Christopher P. (Carol) of Galena; his sister, Shari R. Aliff (Scott) of Dublin; and sister-in-law, Megan (Zettler) Spellacy of Upper Arlington; four nephews, Mathew, Kyle, Michael and Blake; four nieces, Amy, Sydney, Morgan and Shelby. He also leaves behind many uncles, aunts, cousins and friends. Dan is preceded in death by his brother Captain David M. Spellacy, USMC (1991).


Published in The Columbus Dispatch from June 22 to June 23, 2010


Ruth Summerlin

Ruth Edna Summerlin N. CHARLESTON - Ruth Edna Summerlin, 54, died June 29th 2016 after a 1 1/2 year battle with lung cancer. Ruth was born October 25, 1961 in Washington DC. She graduated from Worthington High School, Worthington Ohio. Ruth served in the United States Navy for 6 years as a dispersing clerk. She moved to Charleston, SC and worked for International Forwarders for 25 years with a short stay in Houston, TX. Ruth enjoyed exercising, bicycling and animals. She was a member of St Mark United Methodist Church. Ruth is survived by her mother, Edith Summerlin (TX), sister, Robin Crumley (TN), brother, Dennis Summerlin (TX), brother, Robert Summerlin (TX) and niece Kathryn (Caleb) Friddell (TN). Visitation will be at St Mark UMC, 413 Geddes Ave, Charleston, SC on Saturday, July 2nd at 2pm with a celebration of life service to follow at 3pm. Scarlett Hester and Michael Bingham to officiate. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to the American Cancer Society , Charleston Animal Society, or St Mark UMC. Ruth's wishes were to be cremated. Simplicity Cremation Services is in charge of the arrangements. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/charleston/obituary.aspx?n=ruth-edna-summerlin&pid=180514702&fhid=28524#sthash.GfLm7pKj.dpuf

 


Chris Timms		 TIMMS Christopher Paul Timms, age 42, of Baltimore, Ohio, passed away Saturday, May 31, 2003 at his home. He was born in Akron, Ohio, a graduate of Worthington High School, employed by Baltimore Truck & Trailer and honorably discharged from the U. S. Coast Guard. Survived by Debbie, his wife of 22 years; and two daughters.
(Columbus Dispatch)

Barbara Kay Williams		 Barbara Kay Williams-Gilman left this life on December 15, 2014 for a better life, one free of all the pain and sickness that she has endured for too many years. Barbara was a 1979 graduate of Worthington High School, and graduated from Bliss College. She was a bright spot in our lives that we will greatly miss. Throughout it all, she kept her sense of humor. She leaves behind a loving husband, Jim; mother, Ilene; father and step-mother, Charles and Betty; brothers, John and David; sister Karla; nephew, Chad; niece, Chelsee; special friend, Michael Vicario; mother-in-law, Rosa Gilman; sister-in-law Sherri; nephew, Brandon; several cousins, and her beloved cat, Sweet Pea; and many friends. Arrangements to be announced later by RUTHERFORD-CORBIN FUNERAL HOME, 515 High St., Worthington, OH 43085. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Lupus Foundation of America in Barb's memory.

Timothy Williams		 Timothy Williams passed due to health complications Sunday, April 19, 2009, and was surrounded by his loving family and friends. Tim attended Ohio University. He was a member of Salem Baptist Church and Worthington Thespians. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and was Vice President of Operations at Williams Communications, Columbus, OH. Timothy is preceded in death by his brother, Roger. Survived by his parents, Jack and Shirley; Brother, Jack, Jr.; Sister, Kathy; nieces, nephews and other family members, including his dog, Jethro. Tim was always a loving and caring person to his family and all who knew him and he will be deeply missed.
(Worthington-Corbin)

Chris Wayt 		Chris Wayt in Sept 2007 of a rare form of cancer. Chris did not graduate with us, as her family moved to Anderson, IN before our Junior year but may be remembered by many Worthington Estate residents as a beautiful and fun loving individual!
We are looking for any information available of our late classmates. If there is any information we have left out please contact the Web Developer mark-cameron@msn.com . We will update as quickly as possible.

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