Elmer Heldreth, 67, of Columbus, died Tuesday, February 18, 2014. He was born June 11, 1946 in Columbus to the late Leroy and Eileen (Stewart) Wright. He enjoyed fishing. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a son Brian Heldreth. Elmer is survived by Sharon, his loving wife of 49 years, children Arvella Messer, Angela Suel and Brad (Kim) Heldreth, grandchildren Holly (Eric), Brandon (Stephanie), Curtis (Carrie), Kaleigh (Jimmy), Brian Jr., and Adam, great grandchildren Eric, Alexis, Brandon Jr., McKenzie and Jordyn, many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Thursday, February 20, 2014 from 5-7 PM at SCHOEDINGER NORTH CHAPEL, 5554 Karl Rd. where a funeral service will be held Friday, February 21, 2014 at 11 AM. Interment will follow at Blendon Central Cemetery. Online condolences may be made to www.schoedinger.com