In Memory...

It is with great sorrow that we mourn the passing of the following CBR past members...

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James M. Cockerell, affectionately known as "Buzz" passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family and friends on Friday, March 24, 2008. He was a REALTOR® with Jim Tharp Realty, owned and operated Jimchucks Restaurant and Buzz Cockerell's Westerville Restaurant. A restaurateur for almost thirty years, Buzz was heavily involved in the Central Ohio Restaurant Association as a Board member and served two terms as President. His love for God and his Catholic Faith extended to his church at St. Paul's in Westerville, where he served on the school board, parish fundraising committees and held a fourth degree in the Knights of Columbus Westerville Council. Buzz was also active in the Westerville community, where he served as a member of the "O" Club for Otterbein College and on the original committee to bring St. Ann's Hospital to Westerville. In addition, he served as a Councilman, Council President and over two terms as Mayor in the Village of Minerva Park. He also served as President of the Central Ohio Mayors and Municipal Association. Buzz was a devoted husband to his wife Mary Jean (Carfagna), a wonderful Father to his four children, Marsha (Lou) Mampieri, Jeffrey (Mary Ann), Ginamarie (Amedeo) Pagani and James Michael (Crystal). He is also survived by a host of family and friends, including his great friend and business partner Jim Tharp.

Jack R. Murray of Minerva Park passed away on Monday, March 17, 2008, at his residence. He was a retired real estate broker with Murray Real Estate, an Army Air Corps veteran of WWII and the Korean War, a retiree from Rockwell International and a past Mayor of Minerva Park. Jack is preceded in death by his wife, Virginia, and is survived by children, Jacqueline Hormer and Jeff (Patti) Murray; granddaughter, Sarabeth (Shawn) Hull; great-grandchildren, Zachary and Travis; sister, Virginia Marstrell; and brother, Mike Murray.

Mary V. Ey of Columbus passed away on Thursday, January 31, 2008 at Riverside Hospital. Mary was a former sales associate with Coldwell Banker King Thompson. She is survived by best friend and husband, Tom; father, William Jerome Smith; children, Tamie Ey, Rick (Teri) Ey, Deanna (Greg) Belmonte, Jennifer (Chris) North and John Ey; eight grandchildren; and a host of other family and friends. Contributions may be given to the United Methodist Free Store, 946 Parsons Ave., Columbus, OH 43206.

Charles D. Scott III, Owner of Scott Q Realty, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, January 23, 2008, at Regency Manor. Chuck was a Deacon at the Triedstone Baptist Church, a retired Lieutenant Colonel in U.S. Air Force and a Pilot during the Persian Gulf War. He was a active member with of Toastmasters Int., Urban Boy Scouts, and Tuskegee Alumni Club to name a few. Deacon Scott is survived by his wife, Maria Scott; mother, Margaret Scott, Selma, AL; children, Charles D. (Anjoli) Scott IV, Nia Scott, and Carver Scott; sister, Margaret (Grady) Broadnax; and a host of other relatives and friends. Homegoing 1 p.m. Tuesday, January 29, 2008, at Triedstone Baptist Church, 858 E. 3rd Ave. Viewing will begin at 11 a.m. and family will receive friends at 12 noon until time of service. Burial at Glen Rest Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Marlan J. Gary Funeral Home, Chapel of Peace (formerly Porter Qualls & Gary), 2500 Cleveland Ave., 267-8310.

Hubert Prince Cushman Jr., of Dublin, Ohio, left this earth in the presence of loved ones on Monday, December 17, 2007. He was a former sales associate with Century 21 Joe Walker & Associates REALTOR® and broker/owner of several companies in Coshocton and Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from Tufts University (Delta Tau Delta) and attended graduate school at Dartmouth. He served in Berlin and in the states as a security investigator and Russian Interpreter with the US Army. He is a past President of Ohio Commercial REALTORS® Exchange Association, member of The Mayflower Society and other genealogical and veterans organizations. Bert is survived by 6 children, 11 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, special friend and companion, Charlotte Rhoades, and a host of other relatives and friends. 

Roy F. Boyd, MAI, SRA, ASA, Upper Arlington, passed away Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at home. He was owner/manager of Arliss Mortgage Company, and formerly was an independent real estate fee appraiser and valuation consultant. He grew up in German Village and graduated from South High School in 1937, received a BA from Ohio Wesleyan University, a BA from Otterbein College, a BS from Franklin University, an MBA from The Ohio State University, and a JD from Capital University. He was a non-practicing attorney-at-law, and formerly was an adjunct instructor of real estate at The Ohio State University. Roy has served as a Trustee of the Columbus Board of REALTORS®, President of the Columbus Chapter of the Society of Real Estate Appraisers, and the President of the Columbus Chapter of the American Society of Appraisers. Roy is survived by his wife of forty-three years, Barbara; daughter, Melissa and son, Craig, of Lakewood. Donations may be made to Charity Newsies, 4300 Indianola Avenue, Columbus, OH 43214.

Stephen L. Rhodes, Worthington, passed away Saturday, November 24, 2007 at Kobacker House. Steve most recently worked for Coldwell Banker as a Commercial Real Estate Agent. He previously owned Lawnmowers Ohio in Hilliard, as well as the Arcade Barber Shop on Lane Avenue, and worked at Anchor Hocking in Lancaster. His volunteer work included, the Worthington Chapter of the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. Steve graduated from North High School in 1961, and served in the United States Air Force, which included an appointment as Honor Guard for President John F. Kennedy in Germany. He is survived by his wife, Janice Dearth Rhodes; daughter, Robin Rhodes Freeman; and granddaughter, Megan; son, Ron and daughter-in-law, Betsy Rhodes; and many beloved family members and friends. Memorial Contributions in Steve's name may be made to Kobacker House/HomeReach Hospice, 3595 Olentangy River Rd., Columbus, Ohio 43214 or the American Cancer Society, Worthington Chapter Relay for Life, 870 Michigan Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43201.

Joseph Francis "Franz" Harris, Jr. (Coldwell Banker King Thompson), age 62, entered into Eternal Life on Tuesday, November 6, 2007, at his residence. Franz was a graduate of Bishop Watterson High School; a lifetime member of OSU Alumni Association; member of the Columbus Board of REALTORS Million Dollar Sales Club and of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity; Sales Executive Club of Columbus Board Member; Grandview Education Foundation Board Member; Member of Our Lady of Victory Parish; member of Knights of Columbus, Fourth Degree and Past Grand Knight of Council #12900; Knight of the Year, 2005; Action for Children Board Member; and Special Olympics Volunteer Coach. He also was the general manager and vice president of Cordage Papers and a member of National Paper Trade Association. Franz was the beloved husband of 42-years to Sharon (Snee) Harris; loving father to Heidi (Arthur) Varner, Gretchen (Brad) Bertani, Christopher (Emily) Harris and Michael (Lori) Harris. Adored poppa of Madeleine, Grant, Lydia, Gretchen, Joey, Lindsey, Jack, McKenzie, Kate, and Caden and is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., with the Rosary at 8 p.m. on Thursday, November 8, at the John Quint Treboni funeral Home, 1177 W. 5th Avenue. Funeral Mass is on Friday, November 9, 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, 1559 Roxbury Road. Rev. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may contribute in memory of "Franz" to Our Lady of Victory Building Fund, 1559 Victory Rd., Columbus (43212) or the Grandview Heights Educational Foundation, 1587 W. Third Avenue, Columbus (43212). Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com. "Franz" wanted all of his dear friends and family to go out and make a difference in this world. Serve God by serving others!

John F. Love (Real Living HER), age 74, formerly of Columbus, went home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, September 26, 2007. John was retired from City of Columbus Fire Department and in real estate with Real Living HER. He was an active member of 1st Baptist Church in Grove City and Parkview Baptist in Lakeland, Florida, where he resided in Florida for nearly 10 years. John is survived by loving and devoted wife of 34 years, Erma; children, Phil and David Love of Columbus, Dean Love, of MD, Dennis and Joanne Stump, of Columbus, Deborah and Mark Buehler of TN, Dixie and Jerry Murray of Columbus; 11 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and a host of other family and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Palliative Care Unit, c/o Mt. Carmel West, 793 West State St., Columbus, OH 43222.

Linda Varga Mascari (RE/MAX Premier Choice), age 58, of Dublin, fell softly into the arms of her Savior Saturday, September 15, 2007 at her home. Linda was a devoted wife, mother and friend, who will be dearly missed by her husband of 35 years, Chuck Mascari; daughter and son-in-law, Katie and Aaron Gausepohl; brother-in-law, Sam (Jackie) Mascari; sister-in-law, Mary Ann (Jack) Stark; cousins, Penny Varga and Bonnie (Richard) Bing; several nieces, nephews and many friends. She was an active member of Bethel Presbyterian Church. Friends may call 6-9 p.m. Monday at Schoedinger Northwest Chapel, 1740 Zollinger Road. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 18, 2007 at Bethel Presbyterian Church, 1735 Bethel Road with Dr. Jerry Kasberg officiating. Interment Dublin Cemetery. Those who wish may contribute to the Linda Mascari Memorial Fund, c/o Bethel Presbyterian Church, Columbus, OH 43220, in her memory.

Joyce Elaine Agriesti (Real Living HER) passed away on Saturday, September 1, 2007, at her home. Joyce is preceded in death by brother Gerald. Survived by her husband, Anthony M.; daughter, Annina; son, Anthony J.; sister, Dorothy Compton; brother, Dr. William M. (Tara) Chinn; brothers-in-law, Joseph (Petrina) and Charles (Bonnie); sister-in-law, Dolores DiSabato; and many nieces and nephews. Please join us on FRIDAY to Celebrate Our Best Friend and Mother's Life at the John Quint Treboni funeral Home,, 1177 W. 5th Avenue, from 3-7 p.m., concluding with a Prayer Service at 6:45 p.m. In lieu of flowers, friends may contribute in memory of Joyce to the funeral home, to help defray final expenses. Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com.

Darrell R. Blankenship (Blankenship Real Estate) passed away suddenly on Wednesday, August 29, 2007. He worked originally for General Motors, and then developed Blankenship Real Estate where he worked for 35 years.  Darrel was preceeded in death by parents Roy and Mae Blankenship. He is survived by fiance, Cynthia "Cindy" Bashaw; son, Ryan Chaffin; daughter, Anita Sluzele; sister, Donna Miller; other family and friends. Friends may call 3?5 p.m. Sunday, September 2 at Schoedinger Hilltop Chapel, 3030 W. Broad St. Private Graveside service and interment at Sunset Cemetery. To send condolences to the family visit www.schoedinger.com.

Bob Durban (RE/MAX Reflections) passed away Wednesday, July 18, 2007, at his home surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle with cancer. He was a life-long resident of Hilliard and a graduate of Hilliard High School. He served his country proudly in Vietnam. As broker/owner of RE/MAX Reflections, Bob had many productive salespersons who were more like friends to him than business associates. He loved drag racing and drove the winning Class A Funny Car in the 1972 Gatornationals. Bob is survived by his mother, Frieda; brothers, John, George, Lee and Phillip; sisters, Kathleen and Deanna; a host of other relatives and friends; and his dog, Schrader. Family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. Friday, July 20 at the TIDD FUNERAL HOME, 5265 Norwich St., Hilliard, where funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, July 21. Interment Sunset Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mt. Carmel Hospice, 1144 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43215, (614) 234-0200.