Michael Eugene Dantz, age 82 of Columbus, passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2024. Michael was born in Muncie, Indiana and grew up in Celina, Ohio, son of the late Walter and Ruth Michaels Dantz. Also preceded in death by his sister and brother-in-law, Barbara and Russell Vanderhorst. Throughout Mike’s life, he had a passion for flowers and arranging. He was the owner of Ole Barn Flowers in Westerville for close to 30 years. Following retirement, he volunteered with Meals on Wheels, OhioHealth Hospice, and was an active participant in Art in Bloom at the Columbus Museum of Art. Mike was also a collector of antiques and interesting things. He was a beautiful example of one-of-a-kind. He will be greatly missed by his loving spouse, Brian Ballenger; mother-in-law, Marilyn Ballenger; brother-in-law, Jim (Sherrie) Ballenger; several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews; and many other extended family and very dear friends. Family will receive friends from 1-4 PM Saturday, November 23, 2024 at SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST, 1740 Zollinger Rd. Private inurnment will be held at Union Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Mike’s memory to the charity of your choice. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.schoedinger.com.
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