Alfred Waibel

Alfred Samuel Waibel of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2021 at the age of 93. Born in Columbus on November 20, 1927, he is the son of the late Harry Waibel and Elsie (Arnold) Waibel. Alfred retired from Columbus Public Schools where he was the Supervisor over bus and vehicle maintenance. He married Marjorie Jackson on October 28, 1950, and together they spent almost 70 wonderful years married.

Throughout his life, Alfred enjoyed bible study, fishing, boating, and working on cars. He could fix any type of engine, anything mechanical or electrical, and was skilled in all types of building, home improvement and remodeling. Alfred spent many years teaching and helping out at Teen Challenge. Alfred was involved in his church, teaching, speaking, working with the Royal Ranger program, and attending the Golden Fellowship. He also enjoyed attending his grandchildren's activities and sporting events. Alfred will be remembered for his love of dogs, willingness to help his family and others, and his love for the Lord.

In addition to his parents, Alfred is preceded in death by his wife Marjorie Waibel, brother Carl Waibel and his sister Virginia Chenoweth.

He is survived by his daughters: Susanna (Christopher) Huhn, Stacy James, and Sandra (Gregg) Flokstra. He is also survived by grandchildren: Christina (Zach) Day, Joshua (Katie) Gretz, Erin (Julian) Williams, Christopher (Bethany) Flokstra, Laura (Alex) Thayer, Jessica Strubhar, Elizabeth, Abigail, Nathan, and Tabitha Flokstra. And he is survived by great-grandchildren: Caleb, Elijah, and Isaiah Gretz, Caitrin, Cedric, and Winston Flokstra, Justin Flokstra, Emiline and Allison Strubhar, and Adrian Thayer.

Alfred's family will receive friends on January 26, 2021 at SCHOEDINGER NORTHEAST FUNERAL HOME, 1051 E. Johnstown Rd., Gahanna, from 4:00pm to 6:00 pm. A funeral service will follow at 6:00pm, with Pastor Mark Ford officiating. The service is limited to 25 people so it will be attended by family only. Because of the limit, the service is being webcast at www.schoedinger.com for those who cannot attend.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Alfred's name to The Alzheimer's Association, in honor of his deceased wife Marjorie Waibel. Please visit Alfred's page online to offer condolences or share a special memory with the family. The funeral home and family ask that all attendees of the visitation and service wear a mask to protect from COVID 19.