All Obituaries

Aaron J. Phillips, 37 passed away at Genesis Hospital CCU on August 12, 2020. Aaron was born in Mansfield, Ohio on January 24, 1983.  He enjoyed working with his hands, and was known as a ‘jack of all trades’.  He worked as a welder and he had a big heart. He wanted to help everyone that he could, he loved his family, his friends, and the Lord. Aaron is survived by his mother, Beth Grandstaff; his step-father, Robert Taylor; his father and Matthew Phillips; his...

Kathleen Sue (Dunkle) Pletcher, 69 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2020 at Continuing Healthcare at Adams Lane.   Sue was born in Zanesville on February 27, 1951.  She is the daughter of the late Wayne and Florence (Liff) Dunkle. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.   Sue is survived by her five daughters, Lori Shook, Stacy (Rob) Caplinger, Kelly (Brian) Moore, Jamie (Todd) Weber and Jodie (Chad) Snedegar; her grandchildren,...

Justin A. Harris “Chainsaw”, 25 of Blue Rock passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2020 as the result of an auto accident.   Justin was born in Zanesville on January 14, 1995.  He is the son of John W. III and Tonya M. (Hutson) Harris.  He worked for Deitrick Lawn Care, he enjoyed mudding, fishing, riding his four wheeler and making people laugh.  He was a very kind person who never knew a stranger.   In addition to his parents, Justin is survived by two...

Verna Jean (McGilton) Huhn, 82 of Cambridge, formerly of Cumberland, went to be with the Lord July 29th 2020 at Genesis Hospice of Zanesville.  Verna was born January 9th, 1938 in Stark County, daughter of the late Andrew and Newrene (Duff) McGilton.  A treasured wife, mother, beloved grandmother and great grandmother, she retired from NCR.  She loved to garden and grew the most beautiful flowers and gardens.  Famous for her cooking, she will be remembered especially for...

Russell H. Butler, 78 of Philo, passed away peacefully at his residence on July 27, 2020, surrounded by his loving family.   Russ was born in Mount Sterling, Ohio on November 4, 1941.  He is the son of the late Harold Butler and Eunice and Robert Browning.  He retired from Burnham Foundry after 42 years.  He enjoyed working in his garage, he loved spending time with his grandchildren and he served his country in the US Army Reserves.   Russ is survived by his...

Steven (Penie) A. Moore 78, of Chandlersville passed away peacefully at his home on July 27, 2020. Steve was born in Nashport on July 16, 1942. He is the son of the late Arthur and Alice (Lula) (Bay) Moore Wickham. He is also the step son of the late Marshall Wickham who he adored and raised him. Steve was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles. He was a member of the United Mine Workers of America. He also worked at the Ohio Cumberland Coal Mines. He also drove truck for various...

  Nancy Lucille Knicely Davis, 95, formerly of New Concord went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 25, 2020; while in the care of Clay Gardens Place of Zanesville.  She was born in Norwich, Ohio on January 3, 1925 to William Blaine and Fanny Elizabeth Garber Knicely.  She graduated from Adamsville High School and Columbus Business School.  After her marriage to William D. Davis in 1946 she was a homemaker, sold Stanley Home Products, Sara Coventry Jewelry, Cook at...

      Rita Jean (Campbell) Martin, 85, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2020 while in the care of Genesis Hospital.  She was born in Zanesville, Ohio on June 2, 1935 to Edwin and Mary (Norman) Campbell. Jean was a loving wife and doting mother who cherished her family and treasured her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.  She and her husband, Ivan, sang in numerous local churches; she enjoyed Karaoke, and would often yodel as she sang along with her...

George M. Wyer, 71 of Roseville, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2020. George was born in Crooksville on December 23, 1948.  He is the son of the late Meade C. and Bertha Mae Wyer.  He worked for the Village of Roseville Water Department, he enjoyed playing bingo and he loved spending time with his family and most especially his grandchildren.  George is survived by his wife Rosemary (Spears) Wyer whom he married March 19, 1966; his children, George Wyer Jr., Beth (Jeff)...

Laura J. Shipley, 87 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2020 at The Morrison House while under the care of Genesis Hospice.   Laura was born in Zanesville on April 22, 1933.  She is the daughter of the late Tony and Rosanna Kinney Hansel.  She was a longtime member of the Brighton Presbyterian Church and the Rebecca Circle.   Laura is survived by her son, Carl Richard Shipley; her grandson, Carlton Thompson; her sisters, Carol Lee Hansel and her...