John Grace

John Grace, age 79, died on June 19, 2022, under the compassionate care of Capital City Hospice while surrounded by his children. 

John was born on December 19, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio, to parents Oah and Anna Grace.  He is retired from Columbus Fair Auto Auction and Bank One and was an active member of the Tri-County Sportsman Club.

He is preceded in death by his supportive wife of over 40 years, Nancy Grace, parents Oah and Anna Grace, brothers James and Robert Grace, in-laws Bernard Michael and Geraldine Eshelman, and brother-in-law Robert.  Survived by his children, Shawn (Beth) Grace, Brent (Jessica) Grace, and Molly (Benjamin) Pawson, siblings-in-law Allan New, Betty Grace, Thomas (Diane) and Jack (Kathy) Eshelman, plus many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and friends.

Friends may call 4-7 p.m. Thursday at EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME 403 E. Broad St. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Friday at Christ the King Church 2777 E. Livingston Ave. Burial to follow at St. Joseph Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the CJD Foundation, 3634 West Market Street, Suite 110, Akron, Ohio 44333.

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