Martha M Reichenbach

Martha M. Reichenbach, age 90, of Columbus, Ohio passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, on March 17, 2015. She was born April 3, 1924 in Columbus to the late Carl and Christine Jones. She graduated from East High School and Capital University. Martha played piano in the Columbus Symphony Orchestra and taught privately to hundreds of piano students. She also served as organist and choir director at Shepard United Methodist Church for many years. Martha provided a loving home to many pets, enjoyed boating at Lake Erie, playing cards with her Bridge clubs and above all, spending time with loved ones on family holidays. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Reichenbach; daughter Christine Powers, grandson Kurt Platzer and sister, Ruth Copp. She is survived by her children, Joan (Bob) Padula, Gary (Bonnie) Reichenbach and Nanci (Ed) Hysell; 9 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Family will welcome friends 1-3pm Saturday, April 4, 2015 at Schoedinger North Chapel, 5554 Karl Rd., Columbus, OH 43229. Private family burial at Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Faith Mission, Mid-Ohio Food Bank or Franklin County Animal Shelter.