Raymond E. McPherson, age 68, of Zanesville Ohio, died Friday, December 16, 2005 at his residence. He was born January 25, 1937 in Zanesville, the son of Burl Mc Pherson. Mr. McPherson attended the Tree of Life Church in Zanesville Surviving are a brother, Paul McPherson of Zanesville. Several nieces & nephews, including Kenneth L. McPherson of Nashport Ohio. No calling hours will be observed. A caring cremation has taken place. A graveside memorial service will be held at a later date. All arrangements were entrusted to the Bolin-Dierkes Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1271 Blue Ave., Zanesville, Ohio.