Obituary Listing

Nov 1, 2023

Jerald Lee Maxwell, known as Jerry to many of his family and friends, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at the age of 79.

Jerry was born on March 12, 1944, in Zanesville, Ohio, the son of the late Virgil and Nellie (Shields) Maxwell and the oldest of seven...

Oct 26, 2023

Ronda L. Brennan, 43 of Mount Vernon, passed away on October 26, 2023.

Ronda was born on January 30, 1980, in Zanesville. She is the daughter of Sandy J. and Kevin Kinney and the late James W. Dovenbarger. Her life revolved around her children and she loved them with every piece of her heart. Ronda was a...

Oct 23, 2023

Roger L. Sparrow, 74 of Zanesville passed away peacefully on October 23, 2023 at Altercare and under the care of Absolute Hospice.

Roger served his country in the US Marine Corps where he received the Purple Heart for his bravery.

Family members are asked to contact the Farus Funeral Home at 740-674-4332.

www.farusfh.com...

Oct 18, 2023

Samuel J. Mitchell Jr., 87 of Philo, passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, October 18, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loved ones.

Sam was born on August 10, 1936, at home in Duncan Falls. He is the son of the late Samuel Mitchell Sr. and Blanche (Howell) Peyton. Sam proudly served his country in the...

Oct 17, 2023

Ada F. Frame 88 formerly of Blue Rock, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2023 at the Helen Purcell Home in Zanesville.

Ada was born on June 18, 1935.  She is the daughter of Cecil R. and Margaret (Mahon) Frame.  She retired from NCR in Cambridge, she was a member of the Rural Dale United Methodist Church...

Oct 10, 2023

Michael Merew, 76 of Philo, passed away peacefully at his home on October 10, 2023.  Mike was born in Muskingum County on October 10, 1947.  He is the son of the late Mark L. and Lois (Wilson) Merew.  He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.

Michael is survived by his son, Matthew (Aimee) Merew; two granddaughters,...

Oct 8, 2023

John J. Tompkins, 91 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2023 at his sons’ residence.  John was born in Coshocton, Ohio on August 30, 1932.  He is the son of Harry Roger and Margaret E.  (Mencer) Tompkins.

John retired in 1992 after working for over 32 years at a Freight Agent for Conrail Railroad Company. ...

Oct 3, 2023

Linda D. Strawser, 76 of Roseville, passed away October 3, 2023, at the Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus surrounded by her loving family.

Linda was born on July 5, 1947, in Elizabeth, VA. She is the daughter of the late Marshall D. and Emma M. (Quigley) Thrasher. She had a very spicy personality.  As a young lady...

Sep 26, 2023

Phyllis Hupp, 87 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, in Cambridge, Ohio.

Phyllis was born on February 23, 1936, in New York. She is the daughter of the late David and Gladys (Speth) Eisenberg. Phyllis was a dedicated worker, having worked for Essex Wire and Experience Works before retiring. She never met a...

Sep 25, 2023

William W. Linton II, 70 of Cambridge passed away on September 25, 2023 at OhioHealth Southeastern Medical Center in Cambridge, Ohio.

William was a US Veteran, who proudly served his country.

Anyone with any additional information about William or any family members are asked to contact the Guernsey County Coroners Office or the Farus Funeral...

Sep 25, 2023

Gene A. Kirkbride, 69 of Zanesville, passed away on Monday, September 25, 2023, at the Genesis Hospital with his family and friends by his side.

Gene was born on June 8, 1954 in Zanesville, Ohio. He is the son of the late Clarence F. Sr. and Maxine (Williams) Kirkbride. Gene proudly served his country in the United...

Sep 24, 2023

John William Gravens was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday night, September 24, 2023, in the presence of his family and in the care of Shriver’s Hospice. John was born January 17, 1942, in Cambridge, Ohio to Joseph Sr. and Helen Gravens.

John is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph “Joe” and Helen...

Sep 23, 2023

Rachel E. Button, 89 of New Concord, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on September 23, 2023 at the Primrose Retirement Community of Zanesville.

Rachel was born on April 14, 1934 in Cambridge, Ohio. She is the daughter of the late Floyd and Pauline (Stewart) Combs. Rachel graduated from Muskingum College with her...

Sep 21, 2023

Sharon Elaine (Marling) Russell, age 73 of Norwich, Ohio went home to meet her savior on September 21st, 2023.

Born July 4th 1950 in Guernsey County, Ohio to John and Mary Alice Marling. She enjoyed a wholesome, faith based childhood with her family. After graduating from John Glenn High School, she went on to complete nursing school....

Sep 19, 2023

Cyril E. Roush, 40 of Columbus, passed away in the evening of Tuesday, September 19, 2023.

Cyril was born on August 26, 1983, in Rosefarm, Ohio. He is the son of John Richard Roush Sr. and Terry Lee (Moore) Reece. Cyril was a brilliant carpenter. He worked on all types of homes, and could build anything he...

Sep 18, 2023

Jason A. “Jay” Smith, 43 of Chandlersville, passed away as the result of an ATV accident on September 18, 2023.  Jay was born in Columbus on April 27, 1980.

Jay was a job site superintendent for Groom Construction in Salem, MA.  He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing.  He loved to weld, build things...

Sep 18, 2023

Tyler S. Shaffer, 29 of Cambridge, passed away on September 18, 2023, at the Southeastern Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.

Tyler was born on August 31, 1994, in Cambridge, Ohio. He is the son of Harry Hackley and Misty Shaffer. Tyler worked many jobs as he was a jack of all trades. He enjoyed going...

Sep 18, 2023

Cecil Eugene Cain, 86, of Duncan Falls, passed away peacefully at home with his family on Monday, September 18, 2023, at 8:57 pm.

Cecil was born in Spratt, Ohio, on July 2, 1937. He is the son of the late Herbert and Annie (Hickman) Cain and a 1955 graduate of Chandlersville High School.

Cecil was...

Sep 16, 2023

Marcus A. Dearth, 42 of Philo, passed away on September 16, 2023 at Genesis Hospital Emergency Room.  Marcus was born on October 28, 1980 in Zanesville.  He is the son of the late Wayne H. and Bonnie S. Dearth.

Marcus enjoyed working on equipment, and helping other area farmers while also maintaining their family farm.  He was...

Sep 15, 2023

Lewis Charles “Papa Chuck” Burckholter, of Philo, was born March 4, 1938, to Raymond and Clara Burckholter, and died September 15, 2023. He was preceded in death by both parents; brother Walter Roy Burckholter and sisters, Patricia Chapman and Barbara Jell.

He is survived by his loving wife of sixty-seven years, Gloria Kay Burckholter; sons Mark (Sharon)...