Jeffrey Joseph Cardenell, 71, passed away March 29th, 2023 in the hospital, surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by parents, Carmen (Caroline) Cardenell and Louise Cardenell. Jeff is survived by wife, Elsa Cardenell; children, Kevin (Angie) Cardenell, Kelly (Duane) Howley, and Lindsey (Tim) Williams; grandchildren, Brendan and Kaelyn Howley, Nina Bolognone, Lucia Cardenell; sister, Terrie (Randy) Harlor; half-siblings, Carmen Cardenell and Cherrie Cardenell-Dusendang; nephew, Brian (Amy) Evans; other extended family and numerous friends.
Jeff enjoyed fishing, playing cards, and socializing with his many friends. He also spent 20 years as a chauffeur in Las Vegas, and recently moved back to Columbus to be near family. Jeff shared his many experiences from his time in Las Vegas in two books that he self published. He was proud of his adventures and the famous people he encountered. He loved cooking Italian cuisines. Jeff was known to always have a smile on his face, which will be dearly missed. Above all he loved his family and spending time with his children and grandchildren.
Visitation Tuesday, April 4, 2023 from 4pm until the time of Funeral Service at 7pm at Newcomer, SW Chapel, 3393 Broadway, Grove City, OH.
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