All Obituaries

Linda S. Withers, 71, of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 17, 2019, while under the care of Genesis Hospice at the Morrison House.   Linda was born in Zanesville on February 28, 1947.  She is the daughter of the late Marion and Myrtle Roberts.  She retired after 35 years with Essex Wire, United Technologies and the Lear Corporation and she was an avid poker player.   Linda is survived by her son, John (Lisa) McMullen of Zanesville; her step-son,...

       Gabriele Dagmar Verena Hagan passed away peacefully in her home in the loving presence of her family in the early morning hours on Saturday, January 12, 2019, she was 67 years old.  She was born in Stuttgart, Germany on April 22, 1951 to Erna Marie Schweikert Spindler.  Gabriele was a wonderful Oma, Mother, Sister, and Daughter; she cherished her children and grandchildren and lived to make them happy.        She...

Scott J. Fountain, 52 of Roseville, passed away on January 12, 2019 at Genesis Hospital in Zanesville.   Scott was born in Greenville, MI on May 20, 1966.  He is the son of Dick and Judy Burns of MI.  He was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing and hunting.   In addition to his parents, Scott is survived by his daughter, Kelly (Mike) Compson; his grandchildren, Taylor and Logan Compson; his brothers, Tim (Annette) Fountain of Sheridan, MI and Chris (Desi) Burns of...

Gary Lee Pletcher of Zanesville, passed away Thursday, January 10, 2019, while under the care of the Genesis Morrison House.  He was 48 years old. Gary was born in Zanesville on February 12, 1970.  He is the son of the late Cyril and Gladys (Jones) Pletcher.  He worked at the Longaberger Factory as a Wood Crafter, Weaver, and Stainer.  He also delivered pizza for Poppa Johns for years. Gary is survived by his wife Nancy (Rimel) Pletcher whom he married on January 3,...

Cecelia Janet Ruby, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of January 6, 2019 at her home in New Concord.  She was 89 years old.   Cecelia was born in Highland Township on September 11, 1929.  She is the daughter of the late Oral W. and Marie (Fisher) Hanna.  She worked for Doctors Jones office in Zanesville as an X-ray technician until she started a family and became a devoted housewife to her family.  She was a member of the Bloomfield Presbyterian...

William J. “Bill” Huffman Jr. of Zanesville, passed away on January 6, 2019 at Willow Haven Care Center.  He was 78 years old.   Bill was born in Caldwell on December 7, 1940.  He is the son of William J. and Florence (Wickham) Huffman.  He retired in 1995 after numerous years working for Ransbottom Pottery, he was a member of the Euclid Avenue United Methodist Church and he served his country in the US Army.   Bill is survived by his two daughters,...

Lyman Grant Bailey Sr., of Zanesville, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on January 3, 2019, he was 73 years old.   Lyman was born in Cannelville on February 8, 1945.  He is the son of Lyman Grant Bailey and Virginia Whitehead.  He worked for Kroger Warehouse and ANR Freight.  He enjoyed camping, watching sports including the Cleveland Browns and he loved animals and spending time with his family.   Lyman is survived by his wife of 50 years, Sheila (West)...

Mary Lou (Peyton) Achauer, formerly of New Concord, Ohio passed away peacefully on December 31, 2018 at The Oaks at Northpointe.   Mary Lou was born in Blue Rock, Ohio on October 7, 1931.  She was the daughter of the late Jonas Everett and Blanche (Howell) Peyton.  After her parents early death, she was raised by her sister and brother-in-law Edith and Roy Corns.  She was a member of the Duncan Falls United Methodist Church and also attended the New Concord United...

Patricia Pierce McCarty, 56 went to be with her Heavenly Father on December 31, 2018.   Patty was born in Zanesville on July 12, 1962.  She is the daughter of Robert and Ann Pierce of Zanesville.    She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Michael McCarty; her children, David Pierce, Stephanie Webb, Daniel McCarty; her two granddaughter, Haleigh Pierce and LaDraya Pierce and two grandsons, Kingslee Renicker and Dayone Carter; her brother, Dan (Kathy) Pierce and two...

Shirlee A. Merew, of Philo, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2018 while under the care of Genesis Hospice at the Morrison House.  She was 71 years old.   Shirlee was born in Zanesville on August 18, 1947.  She is the daughter of Charles and Mable (Miller) Whitmire.  She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.  She is survived by her husband, Michael Merew, whom she married in 1966; her son, Matthew (Amiee) Merew; two granddaughters, Oliva and Samantha; her...