Edward Lombardo
April 27 1908 - May 5 2005
Visitation :
John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
Monday May 9th 2005 4:00-8:00 PM
1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus Ohio 43212
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Obituary
Edward Tiberio Lombardo, age 97, passed away on Thursday, May 5th, 2005 at Kobacker House. Born April 27, 1908 in Reggio Calabria, Italy and immigrated to Columbus, OH on October 17, 1913. Attended The Ohio State University from 1926 thru 1929, then Ohio State Law School and graduated in 1932. He was admitted to the Bar of Ohio in 1933 and practiced law for 71 years. Mr. Lombardo was a member of Alpha Phi Delta Fraternity, Sons of Italy, Piave Club and Athletic Club of Columbus. He was awarded the "Star of Solidarity" by the Republic of Italy and was a guest of President Lyndon B. Johnson at a White House Luncheon honoring Manlio Brasio, Secretary General of Nato. Ed had the honor and extreme pleasure of chatting with President Truman and his wife, during the innaugration of President John F. Kennedy. His hobbies included world travel, gardening, bridge, poker and fishing. Ed and best friend Evo fished in northern Ontario, where they had a cabin for 10 years. Their fishing expeditions carried them to the Canadian Northwest Territory, Prince of Wales Island in Alaska and Turnafee Island off the coast of South America. He is preceded in death by his parents Luigi and Caterina and beloved wife of 63 years, Margaret, daughter-in-law Carol Lombardo, step-granddaughter Heather Mills, 6 brothers, 1 sister and his best friend Evo Signoracci. Survived by sons Edward and Robert(Cynthia), grandchildren Margherite(James) Farrow, Toby Lombardo, step-grandchildren Sarah and David Mills, 1 brother and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call Monday, May 9th, 2005 at the JOHN QUINT TREBONI FUNERAL HOME, 1177 W. 5th Avenue, from 4:00-8:00 PM with a Prayer Service at 5:30 PM. Funeral Mass will be held 10:00 AM on Tuesday, May 10th, 2005 at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 1899 McCoy Road. Rev. Fr. Michael B. Watson, Celebrant. Interment will follow at the St. Joseph Cemetery, 6440 South High Street, Lockbourne, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may contribute in memory of Ed to the St. Andrew Catholic Church "Grotto" 1899 McCoy Rd Columbus OH 43220. Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com.
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Contributions may be directed to any of the followingCondolences for Edward Lombardo
From : linda depetro-rubin (sorgini)
To : lombardo family
Date: May 7th 2005
ed was a great person... i always enjoyed his smile and running into him at bob evans restaurant for breakfast at the counter.
From : Betsy and Russ Pearson
To : Bob and Cindy Lombardo
Date: May 7th 2005
Dearest Bob and Cindy,
Russ lost his father just over a year ago, and wants you to know that-while there is not a minute that goes by that he doesn't miss his dad-with each passing day, he smiles more and more at the wonderful memories his father left for him. He can still hear his dad's voice, and feels his father with him all the time. Perhaps this will give some comfort. We are thinking of you and wishing you the satisfaction of knowing what a full and honorable life your father led. Wish we could be there to wrap our arms around you. We love you, Betsy and Russ
From : Linda Turner
To : Lombardo Family
Date: May 8th 2005
Ed & Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your neighbor from the lake-LINDA
From : Margo & John Gemperline/Cleveland
To : Bobby & Eddy Lombardo & Families
Date: May 8th 2005
So sad, we loved Uncle Ed very much. He was an inspiration to us. See ya Monday eve.
xxxooo
From : Norm Young (Dukie DeVictor)&Kathy Young
To : Edward Tiberio Lombardo Family
Date: May 8th 2005
We would like to give our condolences and sympathy in this time of sadness for your families. Uncle Eddie was a very wonderful and inspirational man from the stories I have heard. Eventhough I was not a part of the family for a number of years, I did follow the stories, etc involving both my Dad and your Dad, as well as Uncle Bob, Aunt Donna, etc. I had the opportunity to speak with Uncle Ed at the DeVictor Family reunion at Wyman Woods. What a guy! I wish you and your families the very best, and once again this is a very huge loss for our
family and heritage.
Your Cousin, Dukie and Kathy
From : Nancy Schafer Argabright
To : The Lombardo family
Date: May 8th 2005
Mr. Lombardo was not only my boss for 22 years, he was a wonderful friend. My condolences to the family and I shall miss him very much. God Bless.
From : Samantha J. Vanderhoof (Maiden name Lewis)
To : Lombardo Family
Date: May 9th 2005
I am the daughter of Avon and Miki Lewis and I would not be a part of this family if it weren't for Ed. Ed was my parents Lawyer for my adoption. Ed was like the grandfather I never had and I am very saddened by his passing. I am comforted though, that he is with God.
I remember fond times of waiting for Ed and Margaret to come home from a trip and he would come over to the house and bring me a special doll or souvenir from whatever country they were in. Those dolls and gifts were very precious to me and my memories as well of my 'grandfather Ed'.
I hope you are all well and I wish great comfort from God to soothe your family and the pain of your loss.
Sincerely,
Samantha J. Vanderhoof
From : Barbara Dial
To : Cindy and Bob Lombardo
Date: May 9th 2005
Dearest Cin and Bob,
John and I want you to know that we are thinking of you now and always. You are in our hearts and minds. We love you, Mom
From : The James Farrow family in Whg, WV
To : Ed, Margi, Jim and family
Date: May 10th 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you today...may god help you with your grief