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Harold Ivan Moats

Harold Ivan Moats, 91 of Marysville, formerly of Richwood, died Thursday August 12, 2021 at the O.S.U. Hospital.

He was born April 25, 1930 in Johnstown to the late Gail B. and Beulah B. (Parsons) Moats.

Harold was a 1948 graduate of the Johnstown High School; he then served our country in the United States Air Force, also serving overseas in Korea.

His career spanned that of a Banker to an Accountant. He had worked for the Johnstown Bank, the Pickerington Bank and the Richwood Bank. He then finished his working career as owner/operator of the former Moats Bookkeeping, he retired in 2000.

Harold loved following sports, baseball (The Reds), college (The Ohio State Buckeyes) and golf were his favorites. He had a passion for gambling, he could be found on a very regular basis playing poker, euchre or on trips to Laughlin or Las Vegas. He enjoyed the camaraderie of the Red Barn and playing golf with friends.
It wouldn’t be complete without saying that Harold enjoyed telling a story or two.

On December 30, 1970 in Las Vegas, he married Peggy (Whims) and she died June 16, 2015.

Surviving are his children: Stephanie Stephens (Eric), Johnstown; Stuart Moats (Kerry), Johnstown; Stepdaughters: Rita Morrow of Delaware and Nita White of Cincinnati. Grandchildren: Brian Stephens (Christina), Madison Russell (Evan); Sarah Priest (Jonathan); Rachel Moats; Brittany Marino (Dominic), Lauren Warner (Adam), Brandon White (Erin).
5 Great-grandchildren.
Siblings: Tim Moats (Kathleen) and Audrey McKenzie, both of Johnstown

Funeral services will be held Tuesday August 17, 2021 at 7:00 pm at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in Richwood, Pastor Joseph Rhea will officiate. There will Military Honors given by the Richwood Area Veterans. Friends may call two hours prior to the service beginning at 5 pm at the funeral home in Richwood.
Graveside services will be held Wednesday August 18, 2021 at 11:00 am at the Violet Township Cemetery, Pickerington.

Memorial gifts may be made to the North Union Athletic Boosters 401 N. Franklin St. Richwood, Ohio 43344

Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com

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#1 from:

Rona penix
Richwood

Fri, Aug 13, 2021 at 6:37 PM

Yesterday I lost a dear friend my heart was broken please kno that my prayers and thoughts are with you. He will be missed. God bless you all!

#2 from:

Jean Eisel
Miramar Beach, FL

Fri, Aug 13, 2021 at 8:40 PM

Harold will be missed. We loved his stories, watching OSU football games, gambling and eating at O'Charley's on Wednesdays because we got free pies.

He was such a delight and always had a smile and hug for you! Harold you are now with you love Peggy.....

Jean

#3 from:

johna nibert

Fri, Aug 13, 2021 at 9:34 PM

So sorry to hear of Harold's passing . Sympathy to his family.
Johna Nibert

#4 from:

Gary and Linda Shaw
Marysville

Sat, Aug 14, 2021 at 9:36 AM

Thoughts and prayers for Harolds family, a long time friend will be sadly missed.

#5 from:

Kathalee Keigley Brashares
Cincinnati

Sat, Aug 14, 2021 at 8:17 PM

I loved Harold. He was such a great person. I will miss him.

#6 from:

Barbara Holcomb
Richwood, OH

Mon, Aug 16, 2021 at 12:28 PM

To the Harold Moats family,

My deepest sympathy for your loss. It is our loss too. Harold was an integral part of our community for many years. He was a loyal friend, a highly respected business man, and generous with his time and professional skills in his work with several community enterprises.

Barbara Holcomb

#7 from:

Crystal Wilson
Columbus, Ohio

Mon, Oct 11, 2021 at 7:29 PM

Harold loved to play poker, and he was great at it. He was always very kind to me, (and everyone else), and I’m so thankful to have known him, even if it was only at the poker table. He had a nice sense of humor, and a great smile. He was my buddy. I’m going to miss him so very much. Thank you for your kindness, Harold. I’ll see ya later.

#8 from:

Jacob Branstetter
Columbus

Wed, Oct 13, 2021 at 2:01 AM

I didn't know Harold very well, just being a poker dealer, but in the short amount of time I did get to interact with him he left a big impression on me. One of the nicest people I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. He will be missed. my condolences.

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