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Joan L. Neff

Joan L. Neff

Feb 23, 2025

Joan L. Neff, 90 of Norwich, went home to be with her Lord on February 23, 2025, at the Beckett House surrounded by her loving family.

Joan was born on July 19, 1934 in Zanesville. She is the daughter of the late Glen and Christine (West) Bamfield. She enjoyed a fulfilling career and retired from Milfair Linoleum...

Penny S. Riggenbach

Penny S. Riggenbach

Feb 22, 2025

Penny S. Riggenbach, 71 of Chandlersville, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2025, at the Oaks at Northpointe.

In keeping with Penny’s wishes, a caring cremation will take place. The Farus Funeral Home of Duncan Falls is caring for the Riggenbach family.

Julie A. Webb

Julie A. Webb

Feb 14, 2025

Julie A. Webb, 69, of Philo, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 14, 2025, at Genesis Hospital.

Born on December 20, 1955, in Zanesville, Julie was the beloved daughter of the late Lawrence E. and Wanda L. (Perone) Eskey. She dedicated a portion of her career to the medical field, working in various doctor’s offices throughout Zanesville....

Douglas "Mike" Miller

Douglas "Mike" Miller

Feb 13, 2025

Douglas “Mike” Miller, 73 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully in his loving wife’s arms at his home on Thursday, February, 13, 2025.

Mike was born on April 18, 1951, in Westerville, Ohio. He is the son of the late Victor L. and Betty J. (Parsons) Miller. Mike proudly served his country in the United States Army and...

Charles W. Bickford

Charles W. Bickford

Feb 3, 2025

Charles W. Bickford, 80 of Cannelville, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Monday, February 3, 2025.

Born January 9, 1945, to the late Wade and Rosa (Harper) Bickford. He worked at a farm in his younger days. Charlie was a laborer since 1967 for Local 530 in Zanesville for thirty-five years. He was an extremely...

Rickey R. Stewart

Rickey R. Stewart

Feb 2, 2025

Rickey R. Stewart, 66 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Rickey was born on July 2, 1958, in Zanesville. He is the son of the late Harold “Slim” Stewart and Jean Peyatt. Rickey worked for several years at Bloomer’s Candy Company in Zanesville. He enjoyed...

Esther Ellouise Coleman

Esther Ellouise Coleman

Feb 2, 2025

Esther Ellouise Coleman (Hayes), age 88, of New Concord, Ohio passed away on February 2, 2025.  She was born on September 20, 1936 just outside New Concord, Ohio in Westland Township to the late Dewey and Clarice (Morrison) Hayes.  Along with her parents and loving husband of 65 years, Lewis Earl Coleman, she was preceded in death by her...

Mark A. Wyatt

Mark A. Wyatt

Jan 30, 2025

Mark A. Wyatt, 59 of Chandlersville, passed away unexpectedly at home on Thursday, January 30, 2025.

Mark was born on September 17, 1965, in Zanesville. He is the son of Jerry A. Wyatt and the late Margaret A. (Bush) Wyatt. He graduated from Maysville High School in 1983 and went on to serve his country with pride...

Delores "Dee" C. Webb

Delores "Dee" C. Webb

Jan 30, 2025

Delores “Dee” Catherine Webb, 87 of New Concord, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, January 30, 2025, with her loving family by her side.

Dee was born on January 9, 1938, in Zanesville to the late Lafe and Frances (Meckley) Gassaway. Her main love was her family. She was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother...

Nancy L. Apperson

Nancy L. Apperson

Jan 27, 2025

Nancy L. Apperson, 84 of Chandlersville, passed away peacefully at 9:00 pm, Monday, January 27, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Nancy was born in Penn Yan, New York, on July 12, 1940. She is the daughter of the late Edward and Virginia (Kinyoun) Wilson. Nancy dedicated herself to ensuring the well-being of those...

Linda Faye Bernard

Linda Faye Bernard

Jan 18, 2025

Linda Faye Bernard, 80, of Zanesville, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on January 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at the Morrison House under the compassionate care of Genesis Hospice.

Born on September 6, 1944, in Zanesville, Linda was the cherished daughter of Jack V. and Rachel (Wilson) White. She was a 1962...

James L. "Chappy" Chappelear

James L. "Chappy" Chappelear

Jan 17, 2025

James Lee "Chappy" Chappelear, 56, of Norwich Ohio, passed away January 17, 2025 surrounded by family and friends at home after a short, courageous battle with stage 4 lung cancer. Although born in Dayton on May 8, 1968, Chappy called Norwich, Ohio home.  In Norwich, Chappy & his family made many friends and wonderful memories.  Chappy, always the life...

Keith E. Ellis

Keith E. Ellis

Jan 17, 2025

Keith E. Ellis, 66 of Blue Rock, passed away peacefully of natural causes at his home on Friday, January 17, 2025.

Keith was born on November 20, 1958, in Zanesville. He is the son of the late Donald and Kathleen F. (Moore) Ellis. Keith worked various jobs throughout his life, as well as Rittberger Meats and Benco...

Daniel L. Coldwell

Daniel L. Coldwell

Jan 16, 2025

Daniel L. Coldwell, 64 of Cambridge, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at the Country Garden Manor. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, February 8, 2025 at Loudonville Baptist Temple, 15528 State Route 3 North, Loudonville, OH, 44842.

Daniel was born on February 6, 1960, in Crestline, Ohio. He is the son...

Maxine Duffey

Maxine Duffey

Jan 16, 2025

Maxine Duffey, 80, of Cambridge, peacefully passed away surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at the Kobacker Hospice in Columbus, Ohio.

Born July 9, 1944, in Zanesville, Maxine was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She had a passion for gardening, traveling, shopping, and caring for animals. Maxine spent many years as...

Beverly "Kay" Knicely

Beverly "Kay" Knicely

Jan 14, 2025

Beverly “Kay” Knicely, 74 of New Concord, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025 at Genesis Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Kay was born in Martins Ferry, Ohio on July 16, 1950.  She is the daughter of the late Vernon and Woneda (Higgs) Roth. Kay enjoyed crafting, especially when it came to beadwork and jewelry. She...

Shelby W. Taylor Diaz

Shelby W. Taylor Diaz

Jan 14, 2025

Shelby Willow Taylor Diaz, 85, of Duncan Falls, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025, under the care of Genesis Hospice at the Morrison House.

Born on May 27, 1939, in Matoka, West Virginia, to William and Ila Taylor, Shelby led a full and vibrant life. She worked for many years as a nurse’s aide and also...

Charles E. Brown

Charles E. Brown

Jan 14, 2025

Charles E. Brown, 69 of Cambridge, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025 at Embassy of Cambridge.

Charles was born in New York on January 27, 1955.  He worked as a chef for various restaurants over the years.

If there is any family that is reading this obituary, please contact the Farus Funeral Home, 63...

Marven "Tom" G. Bowers

Marven "Tom" G. Bowers

Jan 11, 2025

Marven “Tom” Gale Bowers, 76, a resident of Zanesville, OH passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025.

Tom will be remembered for his love of fishing and being on the water. He had a quirky sense of humor, but never got laughs at another’s expense. He was passionate about Louis Lamour Westerns, and enjoyed playing Solitaire on...

Gloria Jean Zamensky

Gloria Jean Zamensky

Jan 10, 2025

Gloria Jean Zamensky, 81 of New Concord, went on to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, January 10, 2025, with her loving family by her side.

Gloria was born on May 9, 1943 in Roanoke County, Virginia. She is the daughter of the late Ernest Frazier Melvin and Amy Pearl Kitts Melvin. Gloria...

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