OUR CARING STAFF

Cody is the son of Ty & Erin Dierkes. He graduated from the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science and Point Park College in Pittsburgh, PA, in 2018. Cody is a Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer and a certified crematory operator. In his spare time he enjoys playing basketball, working outside, and walking his dogs.

Martha has been part of the Bolin-Dierkes Funeral Home since 2006. She is married to Robert Lentz who is retired from the Zanesville Fire Department. They are the parents of two daughters, Karen and Dawna, and the grandparents of four grandsons. Martha is a member of Grace United Methodist Church.

Martha loves being able to work where she is needed. With a gift to detail, she is able to add intricate touches that show we listen to small details that are important to the family to make the service totally personal for them.

Away from the funeral home, Martha enjoys gardening and caring for her two corgi dogs and three Amazon parrots.

An army brat, Ray was born on base in Wurzburg, Germany; and he grew up in East Liverpool, Ohio.  He knew at a very early age that he felt the calling to become a funeral director after watching the mortician in the movie “True Grit” trying to give some comfort to a young girl suffering a loss.  It was a scene that scene would not leave his head, and it proved to be the guiding direction in his life.  

Ray has been a staple in the Zanesville community and surrounding area since he arrived from the State of Delaware in 2013.  He began his Funeral Directing foray in 2008 after graduating Kent State University Cum Laude with a Bachelor Degree in both Psychology and Sociology.  He attended the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science, graduating Magna Cum Laude.  

He began as an apprentice with the Pippin Funeral Home in Wyoming, Delaware and stayed until he once more felt the call of the hills, valleys, and the rivers that he’d formerly called home.  Ray worked as a director in Ohio until 2020 before transitioning into life insurance which eventually led to him becoming a Broker as well.  Ray belongs to multiple organizations including the Knights of Columbus, The Lions, The Ancient Order of Hibernians, among others.  He is married, has five children, two of whom still live at home, and a pet dog named Murphy.

Ray is a voracious reader and an avid listener to audiobooks, so it is no surprise that he writes Fantasy, LITRPG, and horror novels in his spare time. He even hosted a dedicated podcast for Soundbooth Theater where he did skits and reviewed audiobooks.  He enjoys watching his children play sports and visiting with his family when he gets a chance.  He is expecting his first grandchild later this year.

Rachel rejoined the Bolin-Dierkes Funeral Home family in 2022 as Corporate Administrative Assistant, and had previously been employed from 2012-2016 as the Secretary& Bookkeeper. She has most recently added Apprentice Funeral Director to her resume. 

She is a 2012 graduate from Ohio University-Zanesville, with a Bachelor of Specialized Studies in Communications and Economics.

She lives in Dresden with her two adorable daughters, Millie & Sadie Hedrick. She prides herself on her “stay-at-home-mom” status, but came back to work part-time in order to keep her foot in the workforce, to keep her brain sharp, and of course, to be of service to others. 

When she’s not at work or tending to the girls, Rachel enjoys anything outdoors. Just ask her about her backpacking adventures! She also likes to read, and spends a majority of her time with her family. 

Kenneth began working at the Bolin-Dierkes Funeral Home in October 2012 and became a Certified Crematory Operator in 2021 to help service our families and pet families. Kenny married Esther in May of 1976 and together they have two daughters, Monica and Melissa, a son Kenneth Jr. and three grandchildren. When Kenny isn't helping out at the funeral home, he enjoys hunting, fishing, golf, woodworking, and spending time with his grandchildren.

Jack Brady resides in Zanesville with his wife Holly. They have four children, Ryan Roush, Matt Brady, Sean Brady, and Samantha Brady. They are grandparents of three grandchildren.

Jack recently retired from the Kimble Companies, attends St. Nicholas Catholic Church where he serves as an usher, and is the Vice President of the Veteran’s Appreciation Foundation.

If a volunteer is needed in the community then Jack is there. We are excited to have him on board.

Terri Mell resides in Zanesville with her husband Dan. Between them they have three children, Dustin Mell, Kyle Mell, and Devin Snack. They also have two grandchildren. 

Terri worked at Lear Corporation for thriry-two years, loves going to Amish Country with her friends, going to thrift shops looking for a good bargain.

We are glad to have Terri's bubbling personality on our staff.

Joe is the son of Ty & Erin Dierkes and was a 2022 graduate from West Muskingum High School. He is known for his fashionable attire, especially his shoes. He takes pride in his care of all of the funeral home vehicles. When he's not at work, Joe is attending Ohio University-Zanesville, or hitting the gym.

Doug began working at Bolin-Dierkes Funeral Home in August of 2018. Doug married his wife Betsy in 1990 and has three daughters, two sons, and four grandchildren. He was a Captain in the Zanesville Police Department retiring after thirty seven years where he still maintains an Auxiliary Commission. Doug enjoys spending time with his family, working around the yard, and flying. He is currently working on Gyroplane rating.

Janice Dierkes is the mother of Ty J. Dierkes and the grandmother of Cody, Emily and Joe Dierkes. Jan fills in for the staff when they are all busy and a hand is needed. She is a Registered Nurse

Amy is a native of Coshocton and graduated from Coshocton High School in 1986. She also is a graduate of The Ohio State University, receiving a bachelor’s degree in wildlife management in 1993.

Amy moved back to her hometown in 2022 after spending the past 10 years as an insurance agent with a family-owned agency in Pennsylvania. In her spare time, she enjoys taking walks, birdwatching, and relaxing with her 3 rescue cats.