John-Richard "J-R" A. Donnenwirth

John-Richard “JR” A. Donnenwirth, age 26, passed away October 10, 2013, after his fight with brain cancer. Born May 22, 1987 in Columbus, Ohio to Kathy Donnenwirth and Jack Donnenwirth. He is survived by his loving and devoted family, including his parents; as well as his sister Maria and her children Tyler and Coralai; grandparents Marilyn J. and Richard D. Myklebust, Laura M. Meridon and Richard A. (Rosalie Laurenti) Donnenwirth; many special Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. A special thank you to his Aunt Sandy (Jim) Reidenbach, for her never ending love, care and support during this time of illness. A proud member of the WKHS Steppin Wolves ‘05 and BBY 168 (Mentor), JR was a gentle and selfless soul to all who had the pleasure of knowing him. His life will be honored with a gathering of friends and family on Friday, with a visitation from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Schoedinger Worthington Chapel, 6699 N. High Street, Worthington, Ohio 43085 and on Saturday, October 19, 2013 at Worthington Christian Church, 8145 N. High Street, Worthington, Ohio 43235, Visitation will be held from 10:00 am to 11:00 am where Funeral Services will follow at 11:00 am. Cremation will follow at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to The James Cancer Center c/o The Ohio State University Hospital 1480 Lane Ave. Columbus, OH. 43221

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