Obituary Listing

Jul 31, 2025

Shirley J. Deitrick, 86 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully at her residence surrounded by her family on Thursday, July 31, 2025.

Shirley was born on March 18, 1939, in Zanesville. She is the daughter of the late Robert A. and Freda M. (Wright) Wietzel. Shirley served as a substitute teacher with Franklin Local Schools until her retirement....

Jul 31, 2025

Sally Jo Atkinson, 76 of McConnelsville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at the Select Specialty Hospital in Newark.

Sally was born on August 5, 1948, in Zanesville. She is the daughter of the late Joseph E. and Sarah E. (Burkhart) Atkinson. Sally worked at various restaurants throughout her life.

Sally is survived...

Jul 28, 2025

With shattered hearts, I share the passing of Tim, on Monday, July 28, 2025 — my beloved husband, my best friend, and the kindest soul I’ve ever known.

Timothy “Tim” M. Dobbins, 52 of Zanesville, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 28, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Tim was born...

Jul 28, 2025

Philip Sheridan MacLaine III, 66, of Zanesville, passed away surrounded by his family on July 28, 2025, at the Genesis Hospice Morrison House after a courageous battle with cancer. Born January 19, 1959, in Zanesville, he was the son of the late Philip S. MacLaine Jr. and Patricia A. (McCormick) MacLaine.

From a young age, Phil had...

Jul 24, 2025

Sandra Colleen (Bachelor) Watson died on July 24, 2025 after a sudden diagnosis of cancer. Sandra was born on May 16, 1934 to E. Virginia and J. Neil Bachelor. She spent most of her childhood in Duncan Falls and was a 1952 graduate of Philo High School.

After high school, Sandra was employed by the Ohio Power...

Jul 24, 2025

Shirley K. Rhinehart, 83 of Cumberland, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, July 24, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

Shirley was born on September 18, 1941, in Hartville. She is the daughter of the late Raymond M. and Dorothy (Wisenbarger) Stevens. Shirley enjoyed a fulfilling career as an administrative assistant at the former Seminole Tubular...

Jul 23, 2025

Martha K. Bickford, 69 of Cannelville, peacefully went to Heaven to be with her husband, Charles, on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, while at her home surrounded by her loved ones.

Martha was born on August 2, 1955, in Muskingum County. She is the daughter of the late George (Orpha) Hill and Ila (Red) Brown. Martha worked in...

Jul 22, 2025

Tina L. Bruce Gross, 60 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at her home on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 following a courageous battle with cancer.

Tina was born on May 19, 1965, on Lockborne Air Force Base in Columbus, the daughter of Herbert J. and Elsie Farris.

Tina dedicated many years of...

Jul 20, 2025

Tonya Marie Adair Vickers, 51 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center on Sunday, July 20, 2025, with her loving parents by her side.

Tonya was born on May 9, 1974, in Zanesville. She is the daughter of Richard (Sharon) Adair and Cyndi Deitenbeck. Tonya was a 1992 Graduate of Philo...

Jul 19, 2025

Helen J. Archibald, 93 of Philo, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at her residence.

Helen was born on December 4, 1931, in Noble County, to the late Wayne F. and Verna (Geary) Yerian. Helen dedicated her career to working at Dr. Schroder’s office, where she continuously helped patients with her...

Jul 17, 2025

“Well done, thou good and faithful servant: enter thou into the joy of thy Lord!”

Earth felt its loss as Ronald Gilbert Miller, Sr., 90 of Nashport, ran into the loving arms of Jesus on Thursday, July 17, 2025. Rev. Miller hoped that those who knew him could say of him, “He was a servant of God!”...

Jul 14, 2025

Mary Ann Morrow, 92 of New Concord, peacefully went home to be with her Heavenly Lord on the morning of Monday, July 14, 2025, at her son’s residence.

Mary Ann was born on July 25, 1932, in Bloomfield. She is the daughter of the late Alfred and Mildred (Davis) Shesky and her step-father, Donald Barr. Mary Ann...

Jul 13, 2025

Matthew Pierce, 55, of Philo, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his residence on July 13, 2025.

He was born on November 6, 1969, in Barnesville, Ohio. He was raised in Frazeysburg, Ohio, by his parents Robert and Violet (Pierce)McGee.

Matthew was a dedicated union worker for The Shelly Company for many years. He had a...

Jul 7, 2025

Raymond “Ray” E. Wickham, 70 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on July 7, 2025, at Select Specialty Hospital in Newark.

Ray was born on December 9, 1954.  He is the son of the late Dorothy (Stewart) Norris and David J. Wickham. Ray worked at Lear Corporation for thirty-five years, as well as Hurst...

Jul 7, 2025

Donald L. “Don” Lacey, 82 of Stow, formerly of Cambridge, passed away peacefully at Arbors of Stow on Monday, July 7, 2025.

Don was born on October 28, 1942, in Coshocton. He is the son of the late Howard and Bessie Lacey.

Don is survived by his beloved wife of sixty years, Joyce C. (Elliott)...

Jul 3, 2025

Renlee Johanna Ethell was born peacefully sleeping on July 3, 2025, at Genesis Hospital.

She is deeply loved and remembered by her mommy and daddy, Zach and Becky Ethell; her brothers, Everett and Aulton; her paternal grandparents, Jimmy and Christy Ethell; her maternal grandparents, John and Karin Scurlock; and many other cherished family members and friends.

Jul 3, 2025

Linda M. King, 63, of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025, at Genesis Hospital following a brief illness.

Linda was born on January 2, 1962, in Zanesville. She was the daughter of the late Bory L. and Rosa (Marshall) Kennedy. A dedicated nurse for over 40 years, Linda retired from Mount Carmel East Hospital in...

Jun 28, 2025

Coach Joshua James “Moose” Wright passed away unexpectedly at the age of 50 on June 28th, 2025. A passionate Catholic, teacher, coach, husband, father, and friend.

He was an avid sports fan from the Cleveland Indians, to the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, to the Duke Blue Devils, to the Browns & Packers. He also cheered for whoever...

Jun 26, 2025

Robert “Bobby” G. Russell, 65 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Genesis Hospital on Thursday, June 26, 2025.

Bobby was born on March 31, 1960, in Columbus. He is the son of Patricia (Williams) Fishell and the late Robert Russell. Bobby enjoyed being on the road and worked as a truck driver for his...

Jun 20, 2025

Claudell A. “Tony” Hill, 80 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, June 20, 2025, at Cedar Hill Healthcare Center.

Pastor Tony was born on September 15, 1944, in Benton County, Tennessee. He is the son of the late Clyde and Rachael A. (Cooper) Hill

Pastor Tony dedicated his life to...