Earle Vernon Lemmon

Earle Vernon Lemmon, 73, of Zanesville, died at 3:09 P.M. on Tuesday, February 11, 2014, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born December 11, 1940, in Jackson Township, PA, a son of the late Earle Milton and Bertha May Thomas Lemmon. He was a Hopewell High School graduate, retired after 38 years as a Train Master for CSX Railroad, and was a Lifetime Member of the NRA. He also enjoyed playing basketball, hunting, cooking, and reading. Surviving are a son, Michael (Sue) Lemmon; a daughter, Michele (Mark) Fisher; three grandchildren, Mason, Michael, and Macade Fisher; and a cousin, Richard Thomas. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Ann Lemmon, who passed away in 2006; a sister, Marjorie Warner; and a brother-in-law, Gilbert Warner. No calling hours will be observed. At his request, a dignified cremation has taken place and arrangements were entrusted to the BOLIN-DIERKES FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 1271 BLUE AVENUE, ZANESVILLE. An open house to remember Earle will be held from 1:00-3:00 P.M. on Saturday, February 15, 2014, at Timber Run Grange, 4065 West Pike, Route 40 West, Zanesville, Ohio 43701. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to West Muskingum Athletic Fund: 4880 West Pike, Zanesville, Ohio 43701. To send a note of condolence: visit www.bolin-dierkesfuneralhome.com , follow us on Facebook, or call our professional staff at (740)452-4551. The family would like to convey a special thank you to all of Earle's wonderfully helpful neighbors, his friends in the Gratiot area, Dr. Wegner and Dr. Hernandez, and the nurses who assisted in his care during his illness. Your support has been greatly appreciated during this difficult time.

Visitation

Saturday, February 15, 2014 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Timber Run Grange
4065 West Pike Route 40 West Zanesville ,