Obituary Listing

Jul 13, 2024

Sondra “Sonnie” J. Philip, 86 of Duncan Falls, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at the Clay Gardens Place surrounded by her loving family.

Sonnie was born on January 10, 1938 in Zanesville. She is the daughter of the late Irvil and Pauline (Larson) Hickman. She worked for Albers Grocery Store in Zanesville, Curls Royal...

Jul 10, 2024

Lester Armstrong Jr. passed away peacefully on July 10, 2024, in his home with loving family by his side. Born April 25, 1934, in Zanesville, Ohio the 1st born son to the late Lester Sr. and Leola (Clark) Armstrong. Lester started his career in high school as an apprentice with Owens Corning Brockway Glass where he continued to work...

Jul 7, 2024

Andy D. Mullins, 75 of Philo, passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2024, at the Adams Lane Care Center with his loving family by his side.

Andy was born on April 10, 1949, in Bluefield, WV. He is the son of the late Virgil and Effie (Dillon) Mullins.  Andy worked as an over the road truck driver...

Jul 7, 2024

David Earl Kesterson, 70, of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 7, 2024 at Liza’s Place in Wheeling, West Virginia.

David was born January 1, 1954, in Cambridge to the late David E. and Pauline G. (Borovich) Kesterson. David graduated from art school in Akron and dedicated many years as an artist for Kessler sign company...

Jul 7, 2024

Sandra “Sandy” S. Hanes, 69 of McConnelsville, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2024, at the Highland Oaks with her loving family by her side.

Sandy was born on February 26, 1955, in Joy, Ohio. She is the daughter of the late Sheldon and Juanita (Hogsett) Vincent. Sandy's life centered around her family. She found immense fulfillment...

Jul 4, 2024

James “Jim” E. Harmon, 80 of Chandlersville, passed away on July 4, 2024.

Jim was born on March 10, 1944, in Zanesville, to the late Earl and Rose Marie (Webber) Harmon. Jim’s career at Sidwell Gravel Quarry spanned over several decades, where he worked as an equipment operator before retiring. His commitment to his work was matched...

Jul 4, 2024

Wayne Arthur Wise, 90, passed away on July 4, 2024, at the Morrison House in Zanesville, Ohio.

He was born on March 21, 1934, in Zanesville, Ohio, the son of Vivian James Wise and Nellie Mae Newberry Wise. Graduating Philo High School in 1952, he lived most of his life in Muskingum County.

A self-employed...

Jul 2, 2024

Marsha E. Wyatt, 75 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at home with her loving family by her side.

Marsha was born on December 19, 1948, in Zanesville to Betty (Knox) Kimes and the late Robert Miller. Marsha loved watching her children play sports, as well as shopping.

In addition to...

Jun 23, 2024

Mark A. Kellems, 65 of Zanesville, passed away on Sunday, June 23 at Genesis Hospital.

Mark was born August 25, 1958, in Piqua, Ohio to the late Ray Thomas and Irene (Smith) Kellems. Mark was a member of the Eagles #302. Mark worked as an HVAC specialist, and enjoyed watching sports, especially the Buckeyes, Browns, and Blue...

Jun 22, 2024

Maria F. Winslow, 47 of Roseville, passed away in the early morning hours of Saturday, June 22, 2024.

Maria was born July 4, 1976, in Springfield, Ohio. She is the daughter of the late Douglas R. and Mary F. (Mullen) Clark. Maria’s main priority was taking care of her son (the love of her life), husband, and...

Jun 17, 2024

Daniel “Danny” R. Harris, 76, of Duncan Falls, passed away on Monday, June 17, 2024 at Genesis Hospice Morrison House.

Danny was born January 4, 1948, in Zanesville to the late Jack “Shine” and Maxine (Gilmore) Harris. He worked at Ohio Ferro Alloy for thirteen years, and later retired from Burnham Boilers. He attended church at Duncan...

Jun 16, 2024

Paula J. Bright, 65 of Blue Rock, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 16, 2024 at her residence.

Paula was born March 5, 1959, in Straitsville, Ohio. She is the daughter of the late William and Carol (Holcomb) Perrin. Paula worked for the Helen Purcell Nursing Home for twenty-one years. She loved the color purple, and her...

Jun 14, 2024

Karolyn Marie Martin-Brown, 65, of Philo, passed away Friday, June 14, 2024 at her residence unexpectedly following complications from a previous surgery.

Karolyn was born September 30, 1958, in Zanesville to the late Michael Emerson Martin Sr. (Starlett) and Merle Louise Kassell-Murray (Carl). Karolyn worked as a waitress for many years, and later on worked at Economy...

Jun 13, 2024

John D. Tredway Sr., 65 of Zanesville, passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at the Genesis Hospital with his family by his side.

John was born on December 18, 1958, in Zanesville. He is the son of the late Junior F. and Emma E. Tredway. John worked for Harrison Township where he cleared the roads. He...

Jun 12, 2024

Dean Harper, 74, of Zanesville, passed away on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.

Dean was born Donald Dean Harper on February 8, 1950, in Zanesville to the late William Everett and Marie (Wilson) Harper. He graduated from the Ohio State University with a bachelor's degree in English and earned a master's degree in Counseling from Xavier University. He...

Jun 9, 2024

Vicki L. Crawford, 70, of Marysville, formerly of Malta, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 9, 2024 at her daughter’s residence.

Vicki was born December 13, 1953, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Barabra Lee (Luman) and the late Kenneth Edison Crawford. Vicki retired from the Zanesville Walmart and was a Master Gardener. She also really liked exploring her...

Jun 7, 2024

Melvin J. Fetty Jr., 70 of Blue Rock, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 7, 2024, at the Genesis Hospice Morrison House.

Melvin was born on September 5, 1953, in Delaware, Ohio. He is the son of the late Melvin J. and Rosa V. (Mays) Fetty Sr.

Melvin served his country in the United States...

Jun 7, 2024

Kay D. Crippen, 72 of New Concord, passed away peacefully at her residence with her husband by her side on June 7, 2024.

Kay was born on March 23, 1952 in Zanesville. She is the daughter of the late James W. and Colleen (McGath) Lent. Kay retired from the deli at Kroger’s in Zanesville and Cambridge. She...

Jun 5, 2024

Ruthann Gatrell 58 of Cambridge, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family and under the care of Hospice of Guernsey County.

Ruthann was born in Fort Campbell, KY on April 30, 1966.  She is the daughter of Jerry R. Gatrell and Ione (Kyser) Knipe.  She was a loving caregiver...

May 30, 2024

Bret A. Leonard, 59 of Cumberland, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 30, 2024, with his loving family at his side.

Bret was born on August 15, 1964, in Zanesville. He is the son of Charlotte (Huff) Leonard and the late Robert “Benny” Leonard. Bret worked as a heavy equipment operator and was a part of the...