Ronald "Ron" J. Vessels

Ronald “Ron” J. Vessels, 83 of New Concord, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at the Beckett House in New Concord.

Ron was born on June 15, 1941, in Cambridge. He is the son of the late John A. and Kathleen M. (Cosby) Vessels. A proud graduate of New Concord High School’s Class of 1959, Ron studied education at Muskingum College, earning a Bachelor’s degree in 1963. He dedicated his entire career to shaping young minds as an eighth-grade social studies teacher at the East Muskingum Schools until his retirement after thirty years.

Ron was a devoted Muskies fan. He rarely missed an opportunity to cheer on his teams, including the legendary 1956 untied and unscored football team. Over the years, Ron became a cherished fixture at athletic events, serving as a statistician and timer for John Glenn High School football and basketball teams for 37 years and volunteering as a timer for Muskingum College events for 27 years. His contributions to education and athletics were honored with inductions into the John Glenn, Muskingum College, and East Muskingum Schools Distinguished Alumni Halls of Fame.

Ron volunteered at the John Glenn Museum and the Good Samaritan Hospital in Zanesville. He also volunteered at the Elementary School, where he helped fourth graders with their reading and book reports.

Ron is survived by his sister and brother, Judith A. (Robert) Sycks of Canal Winchester, and Dr. Robert Vessels of Dublin; his many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews; as well as countless friends.

In addition to his parents, Ron is preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Linda Vessels; as well as several aunts and uncles.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations in Ron’s honor to be made out to John Glenn High School Athletics Department, 13115 John Glenn School Road, New Concord, Ohio 43762.

A private graveside service for Ron was held and he was buried in New Concord Cemetery.

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