In Memory

Roberta Johnson (Cady)

Roberta “Bobbie” M. Cady, 73, of Pataskala, passed away on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at Mount Carmel East Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Bobbie was born May 4, 1950 in Newark, Ohio to the late Dorothy and Robert Johnson. She was the proud owner of Bobbie’s Dance Studio, and taught dance for 45 years. Bobbie was also a member of the Dance Masters of America and the Pataskala Chamber of Commerce. Bobbie is survived by her beloved daughters, Beth (Jim) Eckman and Rebecca (Carl) Gioffre; grandchildren, Abigail Eckman, Andrew Eckman, Ava Eckman, Giuliana Gioffre, and Carmelo Gioffre; special four-legged friend, Suzy-Q; and a host of other family friends and loved ones. In addition to her parents, Bobbie is preceded in passing by her beloved husband, William “Bill” Cady. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, July 29, 2023 at 12:00pm at the Hosanna Lutheran Church, 7714 Hazelton-Etna Rd SW, Pataskala, OH 43062, with Pastor Brett Rizzo officiating. Friends and family may gather an hour prior to the celebration at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Bobbie’s name to the Licking County Humane Society, 825 Thornwood Dr SW, Heath, OH 43056, or https://lchspets.org/donate/