All Obituaries

James Harold Hatfield and Evelyn Ruth (Richardson) Hatfield both of Zanesville both passed away in 2020 during the Covid-19 pandemic.   Per the couple's wishes, graveside services will be in Duncan Falls Cemetery at 10 AM on Saturday, July 24, 2021, with Fr. Jan C.P. Sullivan serving as celebrant.   Full military honors for Harold will be provided by George Selsam VFW Post #1058, American Legion Post #29 and the US Army Color Guard.   The Farus Funeral Home...

Elmer Gibson, 69 of Zanesville, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 19, 2021, doing what he loved, working in the oil field. Elmer was born on August 7, 1951 in Raven, KY. He is the son of the late Hershel and Edna Mae Gibson. Elmer managed to keep his Kentucky twang even though he moved to Ohio with his brothers when he was only 15 years old. Elmer was an ornery old man who never met a stranger! He loved to laugh and tell stories. He always had a smile and a big hug waiting. He said...

Kimberley Joann Wyatt, 60 of Zanesville, went home peacefully on July 19, 2021 at her home. Kimberley was born in Vallejo, California on May 16, 1961. She is the daughter of Michael L. Wyatt of Zanesville and the late Sandra “Jo” (Derwacter) Wyatt who passed away August 25, 2017. Kimberley worked as a Certified Dietary Manager for the Adams Lane Care Center. She was a member of the Washington Township Baptist Church and the Certified Dietary Managers Association. In addition to...

Sophia Marsha Moore, 57 days old, of Zanesville, went to be with the lord at 3:30pm on Monday, July 19, 2021, at The Ohio State Medical Center. Sophia was born on June 2, 2021 in Zanesville. She is the daughter of Crystal Miller and Robert Moore. Sophia was only in this world for 57 days, but touch the hearts of many. She was her parents’ pride and joy. In addition to her parents, she leaves behind to mourn her passing her siblings, Jazmine Moore, Bryden Castle, and Issaih Castle;...

Amie M. Bichard, 45 of New Concord, passed away unexpectedly at her home on July 19, 2021, while under the care of her loving husband. Amie was born on April 5, 1976 in Zanesville. She is the daughter of Pete L. McCafferty and Dorothy (Jason) Russell. She was a 1994 graduate of Sheridan High School. Amie loved spending time outdoors, barefoot. She enjoyed weeding her garden, and spending time with her horses, but she especially loved spending time with her dogs, and her family. In...

Thomas W. Kuhn, 90 of New Concord, went home to be with his Lord on July 16, 2021, surrounded by his loving family at the Morrison House.   Tom was born on January 18, 1931 in Bavington, PA.  He is the son of the late Thomas Ralph and Nellie May (Ferguson) Kuhn.  Tom retired in 1991 after 35 years working for General Electric.  He was an avid outdoorsman and baker, he enjoyed baking pies and bread as well as hunting and fishing, but he especially loved spending every...

Jack D. Rothe, 84 of Columbus, passed away doing what he loved on July 12, 2021 at the Beckett House in New Concord, with his remote control watching Major League Baseball highlights. Jack was born in Columbus on July 14, 1936.  He is the son of the late Bernard R. and Marie Rothe.  Jack was an avid sports fan of The Ohio State Buckeyes, Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers and whatever team was in first place in basketball (he was a front runner). He was a tremendous athlete for his...

David A. DuVall, 81 of Blue Rock, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2021, while under the care of Genesis Hospice at the Morrison House. Dave was born on April 6, 1940 in Shawnee, Ohio. He is the son of the late Ralph and Imogene (Barnes) DuVall. Dave was a 1958 graduate of Philo High School.  Dave worked for many years at Owens-Corning Fiberglass in Newark, and then worked as a substitute janitor at Franklin Local Schools.  He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching The Ohio...

Steven R. Helphrey, 71 of Philo, passed away on July 5, 2021, at Genesis Hospital Emergency Room. Steve was born in Zanesville on June 22, 1950. He is the son of the late William D. and Evelyn I. (Kirkbride) Helphrey.  He enjoyed camping and fishing; he worked as a self-employed truck driver for many years and he proudly served his country in the United States Navy in Vietnam. Steve is survived by his loving wife, Sheron L. (Daniels) Helphrey, whom he married on February 21, 1997; his...

Leo A. Paul Jr., 92 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2021, while at Brookdale Nursing Home in Zanesville. Leo was born on August 7, 1928 in Zanesville. He is the son of the late Leo Sr. and Hilda (Holzschuher) Paul. Leo worked as a mechanic at the Ken Brown Gulf Station, and also for the Zanesville Habitat for Humanity.  He was a member of the Philo United Methodist Church. Leo is survived by his children, Beverley (Ken) Smith, Linda (Gary) Ewing, Cheryl (Glenn) Orwig,...