Retired U.S. Army 1st Sgt. Eugene Frank Height Sr., age 72, of Columbus, Ohio
Sunrise April 26, 1946 – Sunset January 31, 2019
Former employee of CORT Furniture Rentals (Warehouse Manager), Peterman Transportation (School Bus Driver). Eugene Height Sr. was a strong hearted, loving, compassionate, and dedicated husband, father, and family man. Married for 54 years to his childhood sweetheart, best friend, soulmate, beloved wife Charline Height. He will be forever in our hearts and remain in our memories as the fun, loving, kind-spirited friend to everyone. His contagious smile will linger always.
Preceded in death by mother Betty J. Payne; father Carl F. Height; special aunt Mattie M. Ramsey (Babe); son Eugene F. Height Jr.; and brother Robert Payne.
Survived by wife, Charline Height; daughter, Michelle D. Height; grandchildren, Eugene III, Chylee, Chyann, and Michael; 8 great-grandchildren; sisters, Barbara J. Hunter and Vivian Watkins; brothers, Johnny Payne, Richard Payne, Oscar Payne, and William Payne; special cousin Patricia Hope; special friends, Kenneth & Velta Cunningham, Georgye & Mondell Alexander; and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
To respect Eugene’s personal wishes no memorial services will be held.
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