Irene D. Arbaugh

Irene D. Arbaugh, 86, of Zanesville died Monday, January 31, 2005 at Cedar Hill Care Center. She was born December 1, 1918 in Akron, a daughter of the late Michael and Mollie Bazany Benik. She was a Zanesville resident since 1967, had worked at Firestone and Goodrich during the war, and then as a waitress. She was an excellent bowler and a long-time member of several leagues. In Zanesville she volunteered as a Gray Lady at Bethesda Hospital, was a member of Grace United Methodist Church and a member of the Owls Circle. She and her husband Joe, enjoyed attending 8th Air Force reunions all over the country and England. Surviving are a daughter, Deanna (Lawrence Parker) Brooks of Concord, MA., a step-son, Ronald "Joe" (Charlene) Arbaugh of Mantua, Ohio , a brother, Mike Benik of Homosassa Springs, Fl., four grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and a niece, Kay Arbaugh of Zanesville. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald "Joe" Arbaugh in May 1993 and a son Walter Brooks who died in 1974. Friends may call from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Thursday, February 3, 2005 at the Bolin-Dierkes Funeral Home, 1271 Blue Avenue, Zanesville, Ohio. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 4, 2005 at the funeral home with Rev. Jim Sands officiating. Burial will follow at Zanesville Memorial Park. In Lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to Christ's Table, 28 South 6th Street, Zanesville, Ohio 43701