All Obituaries

Vera Gayle Alexander, 85, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2019 while in the care of the Genesis Hospice at the Morrison House.  Vera was born on October 28, 1934 in Morgan County.  She is the daughter of the late Ogle Coulson and Felma Bessie (Homman) Reed.  She enjoyed simple pleasures such as spending time working on her farm, gardening, listening to country music and watching college basketball and football games, but she most especially loved spending time with her...

Edward Bobb, 59 of Philo, passed away on November 10, 2019 at Genesis Hospital in Zanesville. Edward was born in Zanesville on December 29, 1959.  He is the son of the late Fred and Leona (Wickham) Bobb.   He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing and most especially he loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. Edward is survived by his three children, Edward Bobb of Philo, Eric Bobb of Philo and Leona Bobb; his grandchildren, Michael...

William “Will” Paul Power (infant) gained his angel wings on November 1, 2019. He is survived by his parents Jason and Jessica Power of Norwich. His grandmother Sandra Beatty of New Concord and grandparents Mark & Julie Richards of Norwich. Also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins. A caring cremation has taken place. Farus Funeral Home of New Concord is caring for the family.

Irvine F. Carnes Jr., 75 of Zanesville, passed away suddenly at his home on October 15, 2019.     Irvine was born in Zanesville on March 10, 1944.  He is the son of the late Irvine F and Kathryn (Camp) Carnes Sr.  He was the owner and operator of Carnes Water Hauling for numerous years.  He enjoyed driving race cars and watching races and he was a loving father and grandfather.   Irvine is survived by his children, Irvine (Peggy) Carnes III of Zanesville,...

Jerry Lee Henderson, 72 of Duncan Falls, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2019 while under the care of Genesis Hospice.   Jerry was born in Zanesville on September 22, 1947.  He is the son of the late Elmer and Margaret “Sis” Henderson.  He was a 1965 graduate of Philo High School.  He worked for Thompson Radio Supplies for over twenty years.  He was the owner and operator of Jerry’s Electronics in Duncan Falls for 18 years.  He served...

Phillip Abella Jr., 62 of Zanesville passed away on October 15, 2019 at his residence.   Phil was born on July 2, 1957 in Zanesville.  He is the son of the late Phillip Abella Sr. and Kay Abella.  He was a past master with Lafayette Lodge F&AM #27 and he retired from Owens Illinois where he worked for 42 years.   Phil is survived by his wife, Debbie (Staley) Abella, whom he married November 4, 1978; his children, Jamie (Josh) Hinch, Lacie (Seth) Wagner, Michael...

Leroy “Neil” Richards, 96, of Zanesville, passed away on October 11, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Neil was born in Crooksville, Ohio on October 29, 1922. He is the son of the late, Edgar Leroy and Lillie Mae (Hallihan) Richards. He retired from Burnham Corp in 1985, where he had worked as a supervisor; he belonged to the Goldwing Riders Association and he was a member of Coburn United Methodist Church. Neil is survived by his three sons, Larry Richards of Zanesville, Don...

Veda K. Dearinger, 71, of Blue Rock passed away peacefully on October 11, 2019 at Genesis Hospice surrounded by her loving family.   Veda was born August 18, 1948 in Hicksville, Ohio.  She is the daughter of the late Walter and Joyce (McFeters) Stickney.  She retired from Genesis Hospital where she worked in housekeeping for several years.  She enjoyed traveling, long drives, going to Amish country, gambling and going out to eat, but most especially, she loved her...

Ronnie Dean Justice, II passed away while in the care of Riverside Methodist Hospital on October, 10th, 2019.  Ronnie was born in Cleveland on May 31, 1985 to Ronnie and Suzanne (Arrowood) Justice.  Per his wishes a care-filled cremation will take place.  The family is under the care of the Farus Funeral Home of New Concord.

Larry G. Duffy, 70, of Duncan, South Carolina, formerly of Blue Rock, passed away October 9, 2019 at his home under the care of Homestead Hospice of Greenville, SC. Born April 27, 1949 to the late Harold “Bud” Duffy and Esther “Peg” Shook Jackson. He was raised on the farm by his grandparents the late Ray and Grace Shook. He was a 1969 graduate of Philo High School. He served his country in the United States Navy. He retired from General Electric after 28 years of...