Obituaries

Apr 20, 2025

Gerald Wagner, 86, of New Concord, formerly of Adamsville, Ohio, died Sunday morning, April 20, 2025, at the Beckett House, New Concord, Ohio.

Born July 12, 1938, in Wheelersburg, Ohio, he was a son of the late Walter and Julia (Rolfe) Wagner and a graduate of Wheelersburg High School. Gerald served in the Army National guard, owned...

Apr 18, 2025

Gary Wilson Hofacker age 87 of Athens, Alabama passed away Friday April 18, 2025 at his residence.

Mr. Hofacker was born July 16, 1937 in Fremont, Ohio.  He was a graduate of Port Clinton High School class of 1955 He was retired from the Federal Aviation Administration, and a United States Marine Corp Veteran. Gary was a...

Apr 15, 2025

Audrey Jean Redman, 87, of Frazeysburg, Ohio died early Tuesday morning, April 15, 2025 at Genesis Hospital in Zanesville.

Born October 17, 1937 in Mt. Perry, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Walter B. and Edna Mae (Flynn) Coble and a 1956 of Frazeysburg High School.  Audrey was a past member of Community Bible Church...

Apr 14, 2025

Sue Ellen Osborne, 78, of Lords Valley, Pennsylvania, died Monday, April 14, 2025, at the Hospice of the Sacred Heart in Dunmore, Pennsylvania.

Born September 23, 1946, in Zanesville, she was a daughter of the late Wilbur & Lillian Irene (Smith) Morrison and a 1964 graduate of Jefferson High School, Dresden, Ohio.  She worked as a Payroll...

Apr 11, 2025

Peggy Anne Garman, 74, of Frazeysburg, Ohio died early Friday morning, April 11, 2025 at Genesis Hospital in Zanesville.

Born January 9, 1951, she was a daughter of the late Catherine Mary (Johnson) and Ralph William Felumlee, Sr. and a 1969 graduate of Licking Valley High School. Peggy was a Methodist by faith and attended Dresden United...

Apr 10, 2025

Carrie Hockenberry

Our beloved Carrie Hockenberry, 44, of Frazeysburg Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 10, 2025.

She was born on May 5, 1980 to Bobbi and Lowell Banbury. She was a '98 graduate of Danville High School. Carrie attended Ohio University where she attained an Associates Degree in Childhood Development, and this helped...

Apr 9, 2025

Aaron B. Fairchild 41 of Newark passed away on Wednesday April 9, 2025 surrounded by his family. A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

He was born June 15, 1983 in Mount Vernon. Survivors include his mother, Sandra (Robson) Price and Gilbert Carver; several aunts and uncles including, Kelly (Mary Jo) Robson...

Apr 7, 2025

Mr. Donald D. Broceus, 89, of Heath, entered Heaven's gates on April 7, 2025, at Mt. Carmel – East in Columbus. He was born on March 21, 1936, in Thornville, OH to the late Herman Marshall and Frances Pearl (Franks) Broceus.

A graduate of Jacksontown High School, Mr. Broceus devoted over forty years as a Press Operator...

Apr 7, 2025

A life celebration service for Pastor Russell R. Hylton Jr., 71 of Newark, Ohio will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 26, 2025 at Trinity Worship Center, 1051 Beech Street, Mt Vernon, Ohio with Pastor Dave Gross Officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the services from 10-11a.m.

Pastor Russ entered the presence of the Lord on...

Apr 7, 2025

Mickey Lucille Roberts, 79, of Newark, Ohio died Monday morning, April 7, 2025 at Licking Memorial Hospital.

Born November 10, 1945, in Newark, she was a daughter of the late Ray and Betty (Keith) Warner.  Mickey was a firm believer in God and the best cook on earth.  She enjoyed crocheting, her dogs and cats, and going...

Apr 7, 2025

Balinda K. Conkle, 72, of Zanesville, she died Monday morning, April 7, 2025, at Genesis Hospital, Zanesville, Ohio.

Born June 22, 1952, in Zanesville, a daughter of the late Orin & Leora (Pence) Conkle and a 1970 graduate of Tri-Valley High School.  She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Dresden and retired from The...

Apr 2, 2025

A funeral service for James Steven "Steve" Alkire, 65 of Heath will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 7, 2025 at Vensil & Chute Funeral Home | Newark with Pastor Brian Redman officiating.  Burial will be at Wilson Cemetery.

Steve passed away unexpectedly Wednesday morning, April 2, 2025 at his residence.   He was born August 28, 1959 in...

Mar 30, 2025

Tammy Jo. Glosser, 52, of Dresden, died Sunday afternoon, March 30, 2025, at Genesis Hospital.

Born June 4, 1973, in Zanesville.  Tammy attended The Anchor Church in Zanesville and enjoyed crocheting in her pastime.  She was a Bon Jovi fan to the core, collecting memorabilia, she would blast their music and sing along.  She enjoyed watching old...

Mar 22, 2025

Ronald Charles Hess, 75, of Zanesville, Ohio died Saturday night, March 22, 2025 at Genesis Hospital.

Born September 23, 1949 in Bellaire, Ohio, he was a son of the late Henry I. and Beverly A. (Makofsky) Hess and a 1968 graduate of Bellaire High School.  Ronald was a long-time Steelers fan and enjoyed golfing, going to car...

Mar 21, 2025

Phyllis Benner, 75 of Newark passed away on March 21, 2025 at Genesis Hospital in Zanesville.

Phyllis had been employed by Dairy Mart in many positions in a career of over 40 years. She was born December 13, 1949 in Newark to the late Roy and Norma Jean (Loper) Deckard.

She was devoted to her...

Mar 20, 2025

William D. Mullinnex, 82, of Zanesville, formally of Dresden, died Thursday morning, March 20, 2025, at Cedar Hill Nursing Home, Zanesville.

Born January 15, 1943, in Muskingum County, Ohio, he was a son of the late William H. & Alice Mae (Garrett) Mullinnex and a 1961 graduate of Jefferson High School. William retired from General Electric and...

Mar 20, 2025

Christie E. "Chris" Kirker, Sr., 82, of Trinway, died Thursday evening, March 20, 2025, at his home.

Born June 11, 1942, in Coshocton County, he was a son of the late Douglas & Henrietta (Murphy) Kirker and a 1961 graduate of Jefferson High School. Chris retired from the United States Army. He served and protected our country...

Mar 19, 2025

Athern M. Sheets, 89, of Dresden, died Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at home surrounded by her family.

Born December 4, 1935, in Dresden, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Roy and Mildred (Prince) Thomas and a 1953 graduate of Jefferson High School.  Athern was a florist at heart. Over the years she worked for Imlay...

Mar 17, 2025

Jean Carol Bathrick, 80, of Dresden, died Monday evening, March 17, 2025, surrounded by her family, at Genesis Hospital Emergency Room, Zanesville.

Born November 13, 1944, in East Palestine, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Ray and Wilma (Welch) Hulton and a 1962 graduate from East Palestine High School.  She went on to earn her...

Mar 15, 2025

Anita "Jo" Joan Holp Bellew, 94, of Frazeysburg, Ohio died Saturday, March 15, 2025.

Born May 29, 1930, in New Lebanon, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Marguerite (Schell) Holp. Jo graduated from Dixie High School in 1948. She worked for The Ohio Plastics Company for many years and retired in 1992. She...