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April 6, 2010
Memorial Arrangements Announced for The Hon. Chief Justice Thomas J. Moyer

The Supreme Court of Ohio today announced the arrangements that have been made for the honoring and burial of Chief Justice Thomas J. Moyer, who died on Friday. The arrangements are as follows:

Lying in State

The late Chief Justice will lie in state in the Courtroom of the Ohio Judicial Center, where members of the public are invited to visit and pay their final respects. Members of the Moyer family will receive visitors.

Friday, April 9, 2010
10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Ohio Judicial Center
65 S. Front St.
Columbus

Funeral Service

A public funeral service will be held at the church where the late Chief Justice and his family worshiped. There will be a private burial immediately following the service.

Saturday, April 10, 2010
11:00 a.m.
First Community Church
1320 Cambridge Blvd.
Columbus
The Rev. Richard Wing, officiating

Memorial Tribute

A public memorial tribute will be held on Law Day to honor Chief Justice Moyer and the significant contributions he made in a remarkable life dedicated to civility, public service and the rule of law.

Saturday, May 1, 2010
Details to follow.

Contact: Chris Davey at 614.387.9250.