Local obituaries for Zanesville, Ohio and Muskingum County.

Jul 10, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Anna Dolen, who passed away on July 10th, 2024 at the age of 91.

Born on November 24, 1932, she grew up in Zanesville and later moved to Nashport. She was a dedicated and loving wife to her late husband Perry Dolen, and...

Jul 10, 2024

Charles W. Colliflower, 83, of Zanesville, died at 4:13 A.M. on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at Genesis Hospice Morrison-House.  He was born June 2, 1941, in Bellaire, Ohio, a son of the late Charles S. and Myrtle Marie (Slater) Colliflower. Charles was a graduate of The University of Buffalo at New York State where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree...

Jul 9, 2024

Annabelle J. Meisberger, 92, of Zanesville, died July 9, 2024, at 10:26 A.M. She was born August 26, 1931, in Zanesville, a daughter of the late Thomas M. Jones and Velma (Handwork) Jones Burkhart. She was a member of the St. James Episcopal Church and had been the proud owner of her businesses, The Second Act and Paperback Place....

Jul 7, 2024

John Marteney Sr., 64, of Zanesville, died at 4:50 P.M. on Sunday, July 7, 2024, at Genesis Hospice Morrison-House. He was born September 9, 1959, in Columbus, a son of the late Henry and Judith (Sprouse) Marteney. He worked as a welder and fabricator. John loved nature and was a jack of all trades. He was Hardworking, adventurous, and always...

Jul 4, 2024

Joyce A. Samson, 77, of Zanesville, died at 6:15 A.M. on Thursday, July 4, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born January 10, 1947, in Zanesville, a daughter of the late Sanford R. and Marie V. (Gifford) Goldsmith.

She is survived by her children, Tina (Ray) Seals, Tiera (James) Coleman, Tammy (Thomas) Brennan, and Craig...

Jun 29, 2024

David A. “Dave” Mercer Sr., 65, of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2024, at 11:30 PM. Dave was born to Charles H. Mercer and Melba K. (Gould) Mercer on September 27, 1958.

Surviving are his grandchildren Deandre and Marissa Mercer; a son David; his brother Charles J. and wife Jenny Mercer; and sister and caregiver...

Jun 26, 2024

John E. Hall, 74, of Zanesville, died at 12:08 P.M. on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Genesis Hospital Emergency Room.  He was born June 26, 1950, in Zanesville, a son of the late Russell and Francis Pauline (Walker) Hall. John was a 1968 graduate of Zanesville High School and was on the 1968 undefeated Blue Devils football team. He...

Jun 23, 2024

Rebecca S. (Milstead) Denton

Born                        July 7, 1960

Parents                    Howard and Verlah Milstead

Sisters                     Robin Milstead and Karen Harding

Brothers                  Steve Milstead and Howard (Gina) Milstead

Occupation              Rebecca worked at Eaglesticks and Jaycee Golf Courses and Women’s Recovery Center

Becky was a Reiki Master, Holistic...

Jun 20, 2024

Mike R. Demp, 81, of Zanesville, died at 8:07 PM on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 19, 1942, in Zanesville, a son to the late Mike T. Demp and Lavina (Holdren) Demp. He retired from Anchor Glass after 37 years, was a member of The Rolling Plains Global...

Jun 20, 2024

Wilma Maxine (Bolitho) Norris, 89, of Zanesville, passed away at 8:20 A.M. on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at The Oaks at Northpointe.  She was born June 3, 1935, in Green Twp. Harrison County, Ohio, a daughter of the late Carl R. and Mildred G. (DeWalt) Bolitho. Wilma retired from the Lear Corp where she worked as an Assembler and...

Jun 18, 2024

David A. “Pookie” Mayle, 53, of Zanesville, died at 4:35 A.M. on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at Genesis Hospice Morrison-House surrounded by his family.  He was born February 28, 1971, in Mobile, Alabama, a son of the late Albert Wiggins, Loretta Mayle and Robert “Crow” Sowers. David enjoyed playing golf, spades, fishing, food and most of all spending time...

Jun 10, 2024

Ruth M. Minosky, 88, originally of Zanesville, went to heaven to be reunited with the love of her life for 43 years, John Minosky, on Monday, June 10, 2024, at her daughter’s home in Spring Branch, Texas. Ruth was born September 15, 1935, in Zanesville, Ohio, to the late Denzil and Margaret Roberts. Ruth always had at least one...

Jun 7, 2024

Edward L. Bauer, 81, of Mount Perry, died on Friday, June 7, 2024 at his home. He was born October 5, 1942, a son of the late Raymond D. and Etta L. (Doyle) Bauer. He enjoyed watching football, NASCAR and was an avid fisherman.

He is survived by his two daughters, Tammi (John) Hughes and Brenda (Jay)...

Jun 7, 2024

Marjorie (Marge) Ellen Dorland, 81, of Cambridge, passed away Friday, June 7, 2024 at Ohio Health Hospital, Cambridge, with her family by her side. She was born May 28, 1943 to the late William (Archie) and Mary Ellen (Bebout) Ryan. Marge will be deeply missed by her husband Harold, whom she married on September 7, 1963, enjoying 60 years...

Jun 6, 2024

Grace Marie (Mosher) Dailey, 58, of Spring Hill, FL., went to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 06, 2024, with her devoted husband and loving family by her side after a courageous battle with cancer.  She was born Dec 22, 1965, in Tulsa, OK. Grace was a daughter of Raymond and Margaret Tower Mosher. Grace attended school at...

Jun 6, 2024

Charles A. “Chuck” Frick, 70, of Zanesville, departed this earthly adventure at 1:40 PM on Thursday, June 6, 2024, surrounded by loving family and one of his dearest friends. He was born January 26, 1954, in Zanesville, a son of the late Walter William “Bill” and Florence Louise (Pohl) Frick.

Chuck lived for the thrill of the...

Jun 1, 2024

Brandon Scott McCollister, 37, passed away unexpectedly at Riverside Hospital in Columbus following a brief illness. He was born December 29, 1986, in Columbus, a son to Troy and Paula (Bryant) McCollister.

He was a 2005 graduate of John Glenn High School and a 2009 Graduate of Ohio University.

Brandon worked in Freight Broker logistics...

May 25, 2024

William David Craig, 95, of West Chester, formerly of Zanesville, died at 1:10 P.M. on Saturday, May 25, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 24, 1929, in Zanesville, a son of the late William and Fern (Sims) Craig Sr. He proudly served our country in the United States Air Force and was a member of...

May 22, 2024

Betsy J. Mount, 67, of Zanesville, died at 6:35 P.M. on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at Adams Lane Care Center, Zanesville.  She was born September 20, 1956, in Zanesville, a daughter of the late Farris and Hazel (Seenes) Wilhite Sr. She worked for Essex Wire and the Lear Corporation for many years. Betsy enjoyed spending time coloring and working...

May 22, 2024

Cheryl C. Leckrone, 79, of New Lexington, died at 5:30 A.M. on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at home surrounded by her loving family.  She was born June 17, 1944, in Ansted WV. a daughter of the late Raymond and Melba (King) Peck. She was an optician for thirty-five years, she enjoyed her life by spending time with her children...