In Memory Of
Lester "Poppy"E. Hollingshead
1940
2012
Lester "Poppy"E. Hollingshead
July 24, 1940 — August 30, 2012
Lester "Poppy" E. Hollingshead, 72, of Grove City, OH, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on August 30, 2012. He was born in Vinton County, OH on July 24, 1940.
He retired as an over the road truck driver after many years in 2002. He was an avid follower of thoroughbred horse racing. He was a devoted fan of the Cincinnati Reds, Cleveland Browns and The Ohio State University. He loved spending time with his grandchildren, great-granddaughter and his cats.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Pearl E. and Madeline Marie Hollingshead, son, Steven E. Hollingshead and brother, Lane E. Hollingshead. Surviving family includes, his wife of 53 years Barbara, children, Mark E. (Debbie) Hollingshead, Beth Ann (Gary) Cotton, Karen Lynn (Rob) Radak, grandchildren, J.J., Megan (Korey), Stacie (Jareth), Kayla, Courtney, great-granddaughter, Kennedy and constant companion his beloved cat, Casey. He is also survived by many loving extended family and friends.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00pm, Tuesday, September 4, 2012, with a funeral service starting at 7:00pm. The family would like to thank the staff at Kobacker House and HomeReach Hospice for their support and care, with a special thank you to Lester's personal nurse, Denise. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to HomeReach Hospice at http://www.ohiohealth.com/foundation-homereach or SOS of Ohio at http://sosohio.org/donate-today!.aspx.
He retired as an over the road truck driver after many years in 2002. He was an avid follower of thoroughbred horse racing. He was a devoted fan of the Cincinnati Reds, Cleveland Browns and The Ohio State University. He loved spending time with his grandchildren, great-granddaughter and his cats.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Pearl E. and Madeline Marie Hollingshead, son, Steven E. Hollingshead and brother, Lane E. Hollingshead. Surviving family includes, his wife of 53 years Barbara, children, Mark E. (Debbie) Hollingshead, Beth Ann (Gary) Cotton, Karen Lynn (Rob) Radak, grandchildren, J.J., Megan (Korey), Stacie (Jareth), Kayla, Courtney, great-granddaughter, Kennedy and constant companion his beloved cat, Casey. He is also survived by many loving extended family and friends.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00pm, Tuesday, September 4, 2012, with a funeral service starting at 7:00pm. The family would like to thank the staff at Kobacker House and HomeReach Hospice for their support and care, with a special thank you to Lester's personal nurse, Denise. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to HomeReach Hospice at http://www.ohiohealth.com/foundation-homereach or SOS of Ohio at http://sosohio.org/donate-today!.aspx.
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Service Schedule
Past Services
Visitation
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
5:00 - 7:00 pm (Eastern time)
Newcomer - Southwest Chapel
Service
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Starts at 7:00 pm (Eastern time)
Newcomer - Southwest Chapel
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