Heather Faehnle
June 27 1987 - January 30 2010
Visitation :
John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
Wednesday February 3rd 2010 4:00-8:00 PM
1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus Ohio 43212
Services:
Funeral
Thursday February 4th 2010 at 11:00 am
Dublin Baptist Church
7195 Coffman Road
Dublin
, Ohio 43017
Share Service Information for Heather Faehnle
Obituary
Heather Marie Faehnle, 22, of Columbus, went home to be with the Lord this weekend and is resting peacefully in His arms.
Heather was born June 27, 1987 in Columbus, Ohio to Jim and Ruthie (Hollaway) Faehnle, who reside in Columbus. Her older brother, Ryan J., and his wife, Emily Faehnle reside in Cincinnati. A 2005 graduate of Hilliard-Davidson High School, where she was a member of the volleyball and basketball teams. Heather began her college career and played volleyball for Marietta College, then transferred and earned a degree in Sociology/Criminology at The Ohio State University, graduating magna cum laude. Heather enlisted in the U.S. Army National Guard in August 2006 and developed a strong commitment to the military. She was promoted to rank of sergeant and was a member of the Ohio National Guard's Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and High-Yield Explosive Enhanced Response Force (CERF) and had just completed a training mission in Israel for the Israeli Army. We want you to remember Heather for many reasons, most of all for her love, compassion, and total selflessness for family, friends, and hurting people. Her passion for animals and love for her dog, Zorro, led to employment at Avery Animal Hospital. Heather also had a love of sports and had natural athletic ability. Heather is preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Carl and Mary Ann Faehnle and Carl's second wife, Ruth McGovern Faehnle. Heather is survived by maternal grandparents, William H. and Iretta Hollaway of Waldo, aunts and uncles Carl J. (Judy) Faehnle, Mary Lou (Ron) Dury, Susan (Greg) Good, Cheryl (John) Rupp, Bill (Marilyn) Hollaway, Lisa Hollaway, and many cousins. Her best friend, Katie Baxter, meant the world to Heather. Friends may call WEDNESDAY, February 3, 2010 at the JOHN QUINT TREBONI FUNERAL HOME, 1177 W. 5th Avenue, from 4:00-8:00 PM. Funeral will be held 11:00 AM on THURSDAY, February 4, 2010 at Dublin Baptist Church, 7195 Coffman Road, Dublin, Ohio, Pastor Darrel Gabbard, Officiating. Interment will follow at the St. Joseph Cemetery, 6440 South High Street, Lockbourne, Ohio. Military rites will be observed, and pallbearers will include her fellow comrades. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may contribute in memory of Heather to the Capital Area Humane Society, 3015 Scioto-Darby Executive Court, Hilliard Ohio 43026. Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com.
Contributions
Contributions may be directed to any of the followingCondolences for Heather Faehnle
From : Kelly (Good) Summers
To : Heather's Family
Date: February 2nd 2010
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. We have been praying for your family and for God to watch over you and Heather. I hope that time will help to ease your suffering.
From : Jeri (Newell) and Mike Lugg
To : Ruthie and family
Date: February 2nd 2010
We were so sorry to read in the Marion Star about your daughter. I know there are no words that can ease the pain you are feeling but our thoughts and prayers are with you. We know that God and the wonderful memories you have of Heather will get you though the tough days.
From :
To :
Date: February 2nd 2010
From :
To :
Date: February 2nd 2010
From : Ed Nicholson
To : Ruthie and Jim
Date: February 2nd 2010
My heart hurts with yours since finding out the news. I know you will miss Heather greatly. As you neighbor, I could tell how much of a precious gift she was to the both of you. It is wonderful news to hear that she trusted in Christ while she still had a life to give to Jesus.
From : Greg and Susie Carpenter
To : Jim, Ruthie and Ryan
Date: February 2nd 2010
Our prayer is that the God of grace and mercy will undergird you with His power and peace. We love you and are grieving with you.
From : Marsha (Young) Erskine
To : Jim and Ruthie
Date: February 2nd 2010
Dear Jim and Ruthie,
I was so shocked and saddened to hear the news of Heather. She is a beautiful young lady, and from what I have read, a great testimony for Christ. My love and prayers go out to you and the rest of the family and friends. Hugs, Marsha
From : Mark and Gloria Carlson
To : Ruth and Jim Faehnle
Date: February 2nd 2010
Our deepest and heartfelt condolences to both of you and Ryan. You are in thoughts and prayers. mark and Gloria Carlson
From : Rev. Bruce and Judy Vincent
To : Ruthie and family
Date: February 3rd 2010
May God comfort you at your loss of Heather. Please know that Judy and I keep you in our thoughts and prayers just now.
From : Prem and Hema Srivastava
To : Jim, Ruthie and Ryan
Date: February 3rd 2010
Bobbi gave us this sad news first thing Sunday morning, we were shocked and saddened by the news. You have our deepest sympathy in the loss of such a special and beautiful person. May her soul rest in peace. May God be with all of you during this challenging time and give your family the strength to bare the loss of dear Heather. Our prayers are with you and your family.
From : Janet Lisch
To : Ruthie and family
Date: February 3rd 2010
Ruthie, It is difficult to find the words to express how deeply sorry I am for this indescribeable loss to you and your family. Your faith and love have supported me and my family for 9 years, and I hope that I can do the same for you now. I will pray and keep praying for strength, peace, and God's grace as you face each new day.
From : Janine (Morrison) Bachmann
To : Ruthie, Jim, and family
Date: February 3rd 2010
Dear Ruthie, Jim, and family,
I just wanted to send my thoughts and prayers to you as you deal with an unbelievable loss. I am awestruck, so I cannot begin to believe what you all must be feeling. It is an incredibly unfair cross to bear.
I wanted to send you a few memories of Heather that I have. When you moved to Hillard when Heather was in 6th grade, we became immediate friends. She was an "super" tom boy at that time, and I loved her spunk and marveled at her athletic abilities. I was honored to be chosen as a friend. Heather lit up a room then, and all through high school. She was determined, bright, and witty. She was the best person to share your deepest, darkest secrets with. Heather never judged me, but lifted me up and encouraged me. I remember at UNC basketball camp, Heather and sitting at a table on our own, talking about life ambitions. 5 minutes later, we were running around the hotel room with our hair to the the side and our pants up to our chest.
I want you to know, Ruthie and Jim, that you raised an amazing daughter. Whenever I think of her, I smile. She touched my young life in ways that I have never fully realized.
I hope that God is able to reach you all and help you in ways that you could never imagine. My heart is with you. May you find the strength and healing that only our Savior can provide.
From : J.R. and Margy Clark
To : Heather's Family
Date: February 3rd 2010
To all who knew and loved Heather: Our hearts ache for your loss and our prayers are with you. May God's grace and peace fill your hearts and know that He loves and cares for you as He is caring for Heather with love and gentleness. May you feel His loving arms around you each day.
From : Ellen Doolittle
To : Heather's Family
Date: February 3rd 2010
To Heather's Family:
May you find comfort in the words of everyone who knew and loved Heather in your time of loss. Always the spark in the room, she was fun to be around and not only talented but passionate in everything she was a part of. I feel blessed to have called her a friend in her all-to-short time here on Earth.
Take Care, and many condolences.
-Ellen (MC volleyball teammate)
From : Lori Kopyar
To : Ryan and family
Date: February 3rd 2010
I never had the chance to meet Heather, but I taught Ryan at Hilliard Davidson, and was so saddened to read the paper and see your family's loss. I wanted to send Ryan and your entire family my heartfelt condolences at your loss.
From : Denise Bobbitt
To : Heather's famiy
Date: February 3rd 2010
My most heartfelt prayers are with you ....
From : Anne Furniss
To : Ruthie ,Jim and Ryan
Date: February 3rd 2010
I am so sad for you and your family ,I remember Heather as a little girl ,she was so full of spunk and very cute and oh so smart.I will always remember the time when she was about three years old and she locked me out of the Hollaway bathroom,I had to talk to her to please let me in ,she had fun pulling a prank on me that day.Through Lisa I was fortunate to keep up with Heather's life and career,she accomplished more in her short life then most people do in a lifetime.I know you will miss her so much ,may she rest in peace in gods loving arms.
Love ,
Anne
From : Jeffrey Griffiths
To : My dear Ruthie
Date: February 3rd 2010
Lois just called and told me about the passing of your daughter, Heather. I pray for you and your family in this most difficult time. God bless you all.
Jeff
From : Lois Lust
To : Ruthie
Date: February 3rd 2010
Words cannot ease the pain or sorrow that you and your family are feeling. But know that the hearts and minds of old friends are heavy with your loss. May you find comfort and strength from family and friends, as well as, peace through the Lord's love.
From : Josh Lewis
To : Ryan and Family
Date: February 4th 2010
Ryan and Family,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. You're all in my thoughts and prayers.
From : Janice Scott (Tara's mother)
To : Ruth, Jim and Ryan
Date: February 4th 2010
Ruth,Jim and Ryan,
So very sorry to hear the news of your loss. My memories of Heather consist of when she was a baby - you always had her in your arms Ruth. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God give you peace through this very trying time.
From : Frank and Angie Volk
To : JIm, Ruthie and family
Date: February 4th 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your unimaginable loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
From : Lester and Lindsey Conner
To : Ruthie and family
Date: February 4th 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our hearts,thoughts and prayers. Lester and Lindsey
From : Susan McDonald, CBCS
To : Jim, Ruth, and family
Date: February 4th 2010
My heart really goes out to you. We lost our son in December, so I truly do know what you are going through. Your faith in God, and the prayers of all those who care about you will be the main thing that gets you through all this. Heather looked like a beautiful and vibrant young lady, and I am sure you will miss her deeply. Someday you will be with her again. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers.
From : Lynnette Stephens
To : The Faehnle Family
Date: February 4th 2010
Heather was a beautiful girl who's inner love and compassion shone in her radiant smile. Love and prayers to all of you now and in the difficult time to follow as your hearts try to heal. Peace be with you.
From : someone reading through the orbituaries
To : Heather's Family
Date: February 17th 2010
I would like to offer my condolences for the loss of yor loved one. Did you know the Bible assures us:"Jehovah is near to those that are broken at heart;and those who are crushed in spirit he saves."(Psalms 34:18)Yes,more than anything else, a relationship with God can help you cope with the death of someone you love. How? All practical suggestions offered thus far have been based on or in harmony with God's Word,the Bible.Applying them can help you cope. In addition,do not underestimate the value of prayer. The Bible urges us:"Throw yoour burdens upon Jehovah himself,and he himself will sustain you."(Psalm 55:22)If talking out your feelings with a sympathetic friend can help,how much more will pouring out your heart to "the God of all comfort"help you-2Corinthians 1:3