Local obituaries for Zanesville, Ohio and Muskingum County.
Esther T. Starkey
Jan 3, 2026
Esther M Starkey, left this world to be with her husband and sons. She was born October 3, 1934, to Harry & Grace Johnson. Esther passed away January, 3, 2026, at 91 years old.
Esther was born and raised in South Zanesville, but was a resident of Newark OH. for more than 60 years.
She married the love of her life, Clifford...
Helen Louise Matthews
Jan 2, 2026
Helen Louise Matthews, 92, passed away on January 2, 2026 while in the care of the StoryPoint Assisted Living Facility in Gahanna. She was born February 4, 1933 in Zanesville, Ohio to Alfred and Ada Louise (Clark) Calhoon. She was a longtime resident of Broadview Heights, Ohio. Helen was a dedicated worker over the years; she worked as Manufacturing Representative,...
Charles Richard Smith, Jr.
Dec 29, 2025
“Rick” Charles Richard Smith, Jr.
February 9, 1960 — December 29, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Air Force Veteran Rick Smith. In the early hours of December 29, 2025, Rick passed away with his beloved wife of forty-six (46) years by his side at The James at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Rick fought an arduous...
David E. Spragg
Dec 26, 2025
David E. Spragg, 75, of Zanesville, died at 1:58 A.M. on Friday, December 26, 2025, at Genesis Hospice Morrison-House. He was born March 1, 1950, in Zanesville, a son of the late Eldred and Kathleen (Shoyer) Spragg. Dave lived a life of service, as a Veteran of the United States Air Force and also dedicated his time for 21 years...
Eugene R. Agin
Dec 23, 2025
Eugene Roy Agin, 83, of Zanesville, died at 4:50 pm on Tuesday, the 23rd of December, 2025. He was born September 21st, 1942, in Perry County, Ohio, a son of Meda (Weller) Agin and Clayton Agin. He was in the Army Reserves for several years, and was a member of the American Legion. He played Bluegrass music all across the...
Linda L. Jones
Dec 22, 2025
Linda L. Jones went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, December 22, 2025, at Genesis Hospital, Zanesville. She was born September 13, 1944, in Zanesville, a daughter to the late James McBride and Rosella Harrier. She was a dedicated member of Maranatha Bible Church and the office manager at Zanesville Christian School for over 40 years....
Joy P. Kirby
Dec 22, 2025
Joy P. Kirby, 85, of Zanesville, died at 5:35 A.M. on Monday, December 22, 2025, at Meadow Grove Transitional Care, Grove City. She was born May 17, 1940, in Zanesville, a daughter of the late Wilford W. and Olive (Richardson) Renicks. Joy worked as an estimate assigner for Ohio Bell- Ameritech for 33 years and was a member of First...
Charles Richard Lewis
Dec 19, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend to everyone; as he has never met a stranger, Charles “Chuck/Rick” Lewis who passed away on Friday December 19, 2025 in his home after a 2 year battle with heart disease and liver cancer. He was born in Pomeroy, Ohio to...
Michael Cecil May
Dec 15, 2025
Michael Cecil May, 79, of Zanesville, died on Monday, December 15, 2025, at home. He was born December 29, 1945, in Columbus, a son of the late Harrison “Doggie” and Betty Jane (Cunningham) May. After graduating from Wellston High School Mike took classes at Ohio University and Xavier University. Mike served our country as an Army Veteran, in service with...
Travis A. Norman Jr.
Dec 14, 2025
Travis Allen Norman Jr., 17, of Zanesville, passed away at 5:33 P.M. on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at Grant Medical Center. He was born August 7, 2008, in Zanesville, the son of Travis and Kimberly (Joyce) Norman Sr. Travis was a junior attending Maysville High School where he was enrolled in the Pathways Engineering program and participating in a mentorship...
Dolores Mae "Sis" Roberts
Dec 6, 2025
Dolores Mae “Sis” Roberts, 88, of Zanesville, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on December 6, 2025 while in the care of the Ohio Health Kobacker House in Columbus. Sis, as she was affectionately known, was born on April 19, 1937 to the Late Fredrick & Margaret (Porter) Lichtner. She was married for more than sixty years...
Jane E. Willey
Dec 4, 2025
Jane E. Willey, 97, of Zanesville, Ohio, passed away peacefully at 6:05 PM on Thursday, December 4, 2025, surrounded by her adoring family. She was born on September 2, 1928, the beloved daughter of the late Herman and Margaret (Good) Duemmel.
Jane was the treasured matriarch of her family and a vibrant inspiration to her 25 nieces and nephews. She was...
Phyllis J. Morgan
Dec 4, 2025
It breaks our hearts to announce the passing of our sister and friend, Phyllis J. Morgan, 70, of Hebron, formerly of Zanesville. Phyllis died December 4, 2025, at Genesis Hospice Morrison house. She was born January 18, 1955, in West Virginia, the daughter of the late Ross and Elnora (Sholes) Morgan.
Phyllis is survived by her brother Steve (Robin) Morgan of...
Allen Lee Olney
Nov 29, 2025
Allen Lee Olney, 89, of Zanesville, died at 6:15 P.M. on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at The Oaks at Bethesda. He was born June 23, 1936, in Chesterhill, OH, the son of the late Delpha and Opal (Grubb) Olney, Allen was a 1955, graduate of Marion High School in Chesterhill following high school Allen proudly served his country in the...
Shelby J. Sines
Nov 29, 2025
Shelby J. Sines, 79, of Zanesville, died at 4:34 A.M. on Saturday, November 29, 2025 at Genesis Hospital. She was born March 17, 1946, in Zanesville, a daughter of the late William R. and Betty K. (Robinson) Caldwell. She was a member of the Freedom City Church and was a machine operator at Ballas Egg for 22 years.
She is survived...
Thelma Mohr
Nov 26, 2025
Thelma Mohr, 96, of Zanesville, passed away at 1:24 P.M. on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at Altercare of Zanesville. She was born September 3, 1929, in Zanesville, a daughter of the late Henry and Velma (Vaughn) Madinger Sr.
She is survived one brother, Henry (Sharon) Madinger Jr. of Nashport, Ohio; several nieces and nephews; and a great niece and nephew.
In addition...
Vicki J. Cummins-Farkas
Nov 23, 2025
Vicki J. Cummins-Farkas, 74, of Zanesville, died at 9:28 A.M. on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Riverside Methodist Hospital. She was born December 27, 1950, in Zanesville, a daughter of the late Clayton Eugene and Josephine (Roe) Cummins. Vicki was a graduate of West Muskingum High School. She received her Associate of Science Degree in Respiratory Care from Washtenaw Community...
Michael Ritchie
Nov 21, 2025
Michael Ritchie, 78, of Zanesville passed away peacefully in his home while in the loving presence of his family on Friday, November 21, 2025. He was born on July 29, 1947 in Marietta, Ohio to Leslie and Myrtle (Shears) Ritchie. He was a worker in a Bottle Factory, enjoyed woodworking, and working on cars.
He is survived by his wife, Marianne...
Cherie L. Baesel
Nov 20, 2025
Cherie L. Baesel, 78, of Zanesville, died at 10:26 P.M. on Thursday, 20, 2025, at Genesis Hospital. She was born November 20, 1947, in Zanesville, a daughter of Pauline L. (Moore) Baesel and the late George R. Baesel. Cherie was a registered nurse and an active member of North Terrace Church of Christ. She loved the Lord and was a...
Ashlee M. Huber Miles
Nov 20, 2025
Ashlee M. Huber Miles, 41, of Zanesville, passed away at 12:17 am on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at the Genesis Hospital CCU surrounded by her loving family, after a 3 year battle with a lung disease. She was born May 24, 1984, in Zanesville, a daughter to Lorrie (Todd) Roberts and Robert Huber Jr. She graduated from Tri-Valley High School...
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