Thomas Ambler

Thomas Nelson Ambler, 71, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at his home. He was born on March 29, 1949 in Page, West Virginia to Theodore and Rose Nell Pryor Ambler.

Thomas attended Dubois Elementary, Mt. Hope Jr. High, and graduated from Mt. Hope High School all in Mt. Hope, West Virginia. Shortly after graduation he moved to Columbus, Ohio where he made his home until his death. He always enjoyed coming “HOME”. He loved the annual town “Jubilees” and the area “Bridge Day” celebrations.

Thomas enjoyed walking across the New River Gorge Bridge which was the world’s longest single span arch bridge for 26 years. He enjoyed the views as well as the many vendors. One of the highlights included watching the base jumpers parachute off the bridge. These were times for visiting family and seeing his buddies that he had grown up with throughout his childhood and had maintained those friendships. He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by many.

Thomas is preceded in death by his parents, Theodore and Rose Nell Pryor Ambler; and brother and sister-in law, Charles and Esther Ambler of Columbus, OH.

Thomas leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Sharon Ambler; sons, Valquez Davis, Juawann Ambler, and Zarnoff Dunlap; stepchildren, Lawyer Westbrook IV and Bryant Westbrook, and Gena Worthy; 7 grandchildren; brother, James Ambler of Orlando, FL; sisters, Jean (Reverend Thomas) Steelman and Alice Ambler of Mt. Hope, WV; brothers in law, Drake Worthy, Stevie Worthy, and Magellan Moore; special niece, Louise Powell, of which they were practically raised together; nieces, Gayle, Kisha, and Toya Ambler; nephews, Karl, Waymon, Mark, Marvin, and Stacey Ambler; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Private Services entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH, 2500 Cleveland Ave.