All Obituaries

Bryan Allen Valentine, 50 of Dresden, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Sunday, July 15, 2018.   Bryan was born in Zanesville on February 23, 1968.  He is the son of David Thomas Valentin of TN and Virginia Kay (Smitley) Millward of the home.  He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watch sports everyweekend.   In addition to his parents, Bryan is survived by his three sisters, Beth Valentine of Zanesville, Beverly (Maurice) Draughon and Bridget (James)...

Kenneth Lee Starkey, 86 of South Zanesville, passed away on July 12, 2018 at Genesis Hospital CCU.  As sad as our hearts are at this time, we are happy that he is no longer in pain. Kenneth was born in Philo on Janury 10, 1932.  He is the son of the late John and Dicia (Cain) Starkey.  He retired as supervisor after 30 years working at United Technology on Ceramic Avenue.  He served his country in the US Army serving with the Airborne Division. Kenneth is survived by his...

Jane Elizabeth (Knicely) Blackstone passed away in her home on Thursday, July 12th, 2018; she was 83 years old.  She was born on April 4th, 1935 IN New Concord, Ohio to Blaine and Fanny Elizabeth (Garber) Knicley.  Jane was an active traveler, who loved to visit her relatives.  She was very active in her churches, belonging to the East Union Church for a number of years before joining the Westminster Presbyterian Church of New Concord.  She served in the capacity as a...

Roberta C. Starrett, 90 of Duncan Falls, passed away 8:50 a.m. on Tuesday,  July 10, 2018 at Genesis Hospital, CCU following a brief illness.  Roberta was born May 17, 1928 in Zanesville, Ohio.  She is the daughter of the late Robert D. and Edna (Hardesty) Combs.   Roberta was the owner of Starrett and Son Hardware in Duncan Falls along with her husband, Jim.  She graduated from ­Lash High School in 1946.  She was a loving mother, grandmother,...

Vincent Eugene Wahl departed this life to spend eternity with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 10, 2018 at 11:33 PM in the Zanesville, Ohio Morrison House. Born November 8, 1953 he was the first born son of Donald and Donna (Wilson) Wahl whom he faithfully honored all his life.  Vince was a lifelong resident of Philo where he was known and loved by many.  He held various jobs including Ohio Ferro Alloy, Master’s Touch Painting, and his family’s business, D...

Orval Ernest Shaffer, 90, of Chandlersville passed away at the Morrison House on Thursday, July 5th, 2018 while in the loving presence of his family.  He was born on January 13, 1928 in Zanesville to Arthur and Aily (Marsh) Shaffer.  He loved farming and spending time with his family.  He attended Westwood Baptist Church, and was a factory worker for over 40 years.        He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Helen Joan (Drushal) Shaffer, his...

Wyatt Lee Ehrnfield, 15 of Roseville, Ohio Passed away on Thursday, July 5, 2018 as a result of a vehicle accident.   He was born on February 19, 2003 in Zanesville.  The son of Chris Ehrnfield and Lisa Morgan, her fiancée J. Moore.   Wyatt was a sophomore at Philo high School, he was employed at V.R.E. Enterprise.  He has many hobbies such as hunting, fishing, playing baseball and football and riding his four-wheeler.  Wyatt always had something funny to...

Geraldine M. (Gerry) Wilson, 97, passed away peacefully at the Beckett House in New Concord on July 3rd, 2018.  Gerry was born in New Concord on April 26, 1921.  She is the daughter of the late James Earl and Ethel (Watson) Johnson.  After graduating from High School in 1939, Gerry attended Muskingum College.  At the outbreak of World War II she left college to accept teaching positions in Plainfield and Medina Ohio. She married her husband of 61 years, Dick, on July 1,...

Katrina “Kate” Rose Ferrell, 36 of Zanesville, passed away on July 1, 2018.  She was born October 2, 1981.  Kate was a very loving person and helped everyone she could. She has gone home to be with her daughter Daishawnia.  She leaves behind her 2 ½ year old son, Frankie and several step children.  She is preceded in death by many. Please make memorial contributions to the funeral home to help with expenses. Visitations will be 9:30 am to 10 am...

Sharon Ann Harlan, 70 of Nashport, went to be with the Lord on June 24, 2018 at OSU Wexler Medical Center in Columbus.   Sharon was born in Zanesville on July 1, 1947.  She is the daughter of the late Clayton Henry and Gladys (Hartman) Harlan.  She was a homemaker and she babysat for many Longaberger families. She loved to crochet and play bingo.   Sharon is survived by her children, Shannon Harlan of Nashport, Shane (Amanda) Harlan, and Shaun (Mallory) Harlan both of...