The GCTA Supports Tennis

Richard W. "Rich" Irion, age 59, of Columbus, died Friday, December 3, 2004. Survived by wife, Leslie S. Irion; sons, Todd (Elaine) Irion of Dublin, OH and Chris (Tonia) Irion of Dublin; daughter, Robin Irion of Lewis Center, OH; six grandchildren, Kendall, Colton, Olivia, Payton, Max and Isabelle; brother, Phil (Sandy) Irion of Lansing, MI. Mr. Irion was a 1963 graduate of North High School and a 1971 graduate of Franklin University. He was an equipment salesman with Dravo Marks and All Crane Rental. Along with his wife Leslie was owner operator of Leslie's Bagels and most recently employed by Wexner Farms Stables. Rich was one of the original team members of Locker Room Old Timers fast pitch softball team as well as serving as team Captain for various competitive tennis teams and a prominent member of the GCTA . He was also a loyal OSU "Buckeye" fan The family will receive friends 1-3 and 5-7 p.m. Monday at SCHOEDINGER WORTHINGTON CHAPEL, 6699 N. High Street (1/2 mile South of I-270), where funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 7, 2004. Fr. Ron Baird presiding. Interment to follow at Union Cemetery. Throughout his life Rich gave unselfishly to family and friends. He was truly loved and will be missed by all who knew him. His caring spirit will remain in our hearts forever. Memorial contributions may be made to HomeReach Hospice, 3595 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH 43214.