Leaninne McPeck
Jan 7, 2026
Leaninne A. McPeck, 69, of Zanesville, Ohio passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 watching her beloved westerns. She was born on August 16, 1956 in Zanesville, a daughter to the late Christopher and Mae (Rambo) Papageorge. She leaves behind her husband of nearly 51 years, Rodney McPeck, and their five children Lannette Gandee (McPeck), Tonya (Mike)...
Martha J. Graves
Jan 2, 2026
Martha Jean Graves, 93, of Zanesville, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Friday, January 2, 2026, at Altercare of Zanesville.
Martha was born in Zanesville on May 30, 1932. She was the daughter of the late Arthur T. and Mary (Murphy) Swank. She was employed for many years at Essix Wire on Linden Avenue. Martha enjoyed dancing, tending...
Frederick E. Cassady
Dec 31, 2025
Frederick E. Cassady, 89, of Duncan Falls, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at his home on December 31, 2025, while under the compassionate care of Shriver’s Hospice.
Fred was born on March 21, 1936, in Marietta, Ohio. He was the son of the late Wilbur and Irene (Bush) Cassady. Fred retired after 30 years of employment with Ohio...
Terry E. Hiles
Dec 31, 2025
Terry E. Hiles, 78, of Zanesville, passed away on December 31, 2025, at Adams Lane Care Center.
Terry was born in Zanesville on October 26, 1947. He was the son of the late Bill E. and Madolyn J. (Tracy) Hiles. Terry worked for Putnam Transfer and Alvan for more than 33 years as a dedicated truck driver and was a proud...
Martha L. Reece
Dec 29, 2025
Martha L. Reece, 90 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, December 29, 2025.
Martha was born on June 2, 1935, in Little Otter, West Virginia. She is the daughter of the late Anderson and Edith (McClung) Lemon. Martha devoted her life to caring for her family, always making sure they were well fed, lovingly provided for, and...
Shane C. Harlan
Dec 26, 2025
Shane C. Harlan, 42, of Zanesville, climbed to Glory on Friday, December 26, 2025, at Southeastern Ohio Regional Medical Center in Cambridge.
Shane was born on April 9, 1983, in Zanesville. He was the beloved son of the late Sharon Harlan. He was a 2002 graduate of Maysville High School and later earned a degree in Criminal Justice from Zane State...
Nancy C. Boggs
Dec 23, 2025
Nancy Carroll Suarez Boggs, of Zanesville passed at 8:05 PM Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Genesis Hospital. She went home to be with her Lord and Savior and reunite with her late husband, Ernie.
She was born on March 1, 1937, in McMechen, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Joe Suarez and Anne Lucille Gallager Suarez.
Nancy was a Homemaker that...
Darla D. Nezbeth
Dec 14, 2025
Darla D. Nezbeth, 81 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully at Genesis Hospital on Sunday, December 14, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Darla was born on January 7, 1944, in Alliance. She is the daughter of the late John J. and Irene J. (Bonzo) Doringo. She dedicated many years of service working in medical offices throughout the Zanesville area, including Dr....
Robert Lee "Bob" Kreps
Dec 11, 2025
Robert Lee “Bob” Kreps, 85, of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, at the Oaks at Bethesda, surrounded by his family.
Bob was born in Zanesville on March 5, 1940, a son of the late George Kreps Sr. and Inez Mae (Kildow) Kreps. Throughout his life, Bob worked for Franklin Printing and later for Walmart in the maintenance department....
Judith "Judy" C. Hale
Dec 6, 2025
Judith Carol (Spencer) Hale, 84 of Zanesville, passed peacefully in her home at 6:00 PM on December 6, 2025. She was surrounded by her loving family.
Judy was born September 2, 1941, in Zanesville, Ohio. She lived her entire life in her hometown, always looking for opportunities to contribute to her community.
She was an alumni of Zanesville High School, Ohio University,...
Ronald Farrar
Dec 1, 2025
Ronald Farrar, 63, of Cambridge, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2025, at Beckett House in New Concord.
Ronald was born in Cambridge, Ohio, on January 9, 1962. He was a 1980 graduate of John Glenn High School and worked for more than 30 years with Hinchcliff Lumber in Cambridge. Ronald was Christian by faith, an avid storyteller, and someone who...
Diane Collins
Nov 30, 2025
Diane Collins, 69, of Zanesville, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
She was born on June 16, 1956, in Zanesville, a daughter of the late Robert and Lela (Harper) Slater. Diane worked for Goodwill Industries, worked in the kitchen at Olive Garden, and later served as a cook in the Genesis Hospital kitchen.
Diane enjoyed coloring and...
Naomi Gates
Nov 29, 2025
Helen (forgive me I had to one last time) “Naomi” Gates, 88 of Zanesville, passed away on November 29, 2025, at her home.
She was born to the late Evelyn and Chester Roberts on May 18, 1937. Naomi loved going to Bingo with her daughter, grandkids, and lifelong friends. She enjoyed playing Euchre at Rokeby Lock and The Eagles. She loved...
John "Jay" James
Nov 28, 2025
John “Jay” James, 60, of Portland, Maine, and formerly of Zanesville, Ohio, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025, at the Maine Medical Center.
Jay was born in Zanesville on October 18, 1965, the son of the late Glenn and Gloria James. He loved spending time outdoors, especially on the lake fishing. He enjoyed listening to music, dancing, and working with...
Theresa Hague
Nov 27, 2025
Theresa Hague, 63, of Zanesville, passed away on November 27, 2025, at Grant Medical Center in Columbus following a brief illness. She was born on March 27, 1962, in Zanesville, a daughter of the late Delbert Grubb and Shelby (Baker) Grubb.
Theresa worked as a social worker assistant for the Muskingum County Health Department. Prior to that, she spent 15 years...
William "Bill" A. F. Hill III
Nov 26, 2025
William A. F. Hill III, of Zanesville, OH, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 26, 2025, at the age of 61.
William was born in West Covina, California on July 14, 1964 then raised in New Jersey. He met his soulmate, Cherrie, in New Jersey and made a life with her in Florida and California, before settling in Ohio....
Danny J. Terrible
Nov 23, 2025
Danny Terrible died early November 23, 2025.
Born October 26, 1948 he grew up in Columbus Ohio, where he spent most of his life. He met his wife Rebecca while studying at The Ohio State University. He ultimately received a Masters of Public Administration from OSU. Although on first impression he may have appeared gruff, he was truly one that loved...
Scott A. Hamric
Nov 20, 2025
Scott A. Hamric, 55 of New Concord, passed away peacefully at his home on November 20, 2025.
Scott was born on June 4, 1970, in Millersburg. He is the son of the late Darrel and Nena (Hill) Hamric. Scott graduated from John Glenn High School in 1988 and from Zane State College with an Associate’s degree in environmental science. He worked...
Mary E. Mitchell
Nov 20, 2025
Mary E. Mitchell, 88 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully at Genesis Hospice on Thursday, November 20, 2025, with her loving daughter by her side.
Mary was born on January 22, 1937, in Frazeysburg. She is the daughter of the late Harry and Dorothy (Shrimplin) Tucker of Duncan Falls. Mary dedicated more than thirty years of service to AEP before her retirement....
David H. Rice
Nov 17, 2025
David H. Rice, 80 of New Concord, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 17, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at the Beckett House.
David was born on September 20, 1945, in Laurel, Mississippi. He is the son of the late William P. Sr. and Essie L. (Satcher) Rice. David worked for Messerschmidt Construction as a skilled...
