Otis "Buddy" Stump

Buddy will be deeply missed by his surviving wife of 54 years, Margie (Barker) Stump; son, Brian (Cindy) Stump; grandchildren, Chastity Stump, Jeremiah (Laura) Kritzwiser, and Justin (Jessica) Kritzwiser; 13 great grandchildren, Mikey, Brooklyn, Faith, Abby, Anna, Silas, Karleigh, Alyssa, Trystyn, Addy, Jayden, Jerika, and James; siblings, Monvil (Judy) Stump, Carol Sue (Charles) Sanders, Elmer (Dorthey) Stump, Deloris Stump (sister-in-law), and Juanita (Mitch) Bowling; many beloved nieces, nephews, relatives and dear friends. Buddy was loved by Margie’s family and enjoyed spending time together; sisters-in-law, Shirley (David) Grayson, Patricia Billingsley, and Debbie Frey; brothers-in-law, Darrell and Randall Barker.

In addition to his parents, Buddy was preceded in death by his brothers, Gary and Leonard Stump; sister, Dimple O’Quinn; and stepfather, Anthony Smith.

Buddy is celebrated for his helpful and loving heart. He is an inspiration for his strong Christian faith and devotion to his family. He attended Reynoldsburg Church of the Nazarene and was a longtime supporter of Jimmy Swaggart Ministries. He loved the Lord and enjoyed talking about Him. Buddy took meticulous care of his home and lawn. He loved playing golf, watching sports, and rooting for his favorite team, UK Basketball. He was also a Civil War enthusiast, an accomplished carpenter, and was loved by many of his neighbors.

Visitation will be held 2-5 P.M., Sunday, October 11, 2020 at KAUBER-FRALEY FUNERAL HOME in Pataskala. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 A.M., Monday, October 12, 2020 at the funeral home with Pastor Robert Williams officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens in Columbus. Online condolences may be shared at www.kauberfraley.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Buddy’s honor are suggested to the Faith Mission, 245 N. Grant Ave, Columbus, OH 43215 www.lssnetworkofhope.org/faithmission.