Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Perry County, OH and surrounding areas
Donna Marie James
Aug 18, 2025
Donna Marie James, 78, of Crooksville, was called home in the morning hours of Monday, August 18, 2025, at Genesis hospital in Zanesville.
She was born one of seven children to the late, Harold and Mary (Householder) Wheeler on August 17, 1947.
Donna was a devout Christian, making her home in Christ within the walls of the Anchor Church. She spent her...
Leah Nichole Blosser
Aug 9, 2025
Leah Nichole Blosser, 17 of Malta, Ohio passed away at 10:46 AM, Saturday, August 9, 2025 at Genesis Hospital in Zanesville as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
She was born February 12, 2008 in Lancaster, the daughter of Reva (White) Hill and Michael Blosser. Leah was a happy, fun-loving girl who loved running around with her friends....
Robert George Newlon
Aug 7, 2025
Robert George Newlon, a cherished father and devoted member of the Crooksville community, passed away peacefully at the age of 90 on Thursday, August 7, 2025 at his home.
Born on January 20, 1935, in Crooksville, Ohio, George was a proud lifelong resident of the area.With a strong work ethic and commitment to his craft, George spent over two decades as...
Maria Lynne Randall
Aug 5, 2025
Maria Lynne Randall, 27, of Zanesville, died in the late evening hours of Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at Genesis Hospital following a sudden cardiac event.
She was born on October 28, 1997, in Canton, Ohio.
Taken too soon from this world, her family mourns her tragic and untimely passing. Maria was a strong-willed woman; she was fiercely loyal to her family and...
Jacob Gareth Lewis Brown
Jul 20, 2025
Jacob Gareth Lewis Brown, 32, of Millersport died in the evening hours of Sunday, July 20, 2025, following a lifelong battle with kidney disease.
He was born on April 24, 1993, in Zanesville, the son of Sherry (Robison) Carroll and Gerald Brown.
His number one priority in life was first and foremost his son, Liam. Jake was a proud, amazing and great...
Brandi Nicole Botts
Jul 18, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brandi Nicole Botts, a cherished daughter and sister, devoted mother, and beloved fiancée, who left us unexpectedly on Friday July 18, 2025, at the age of 31. Born in Lancaster, Ohio, Brandi was a shining light in the lives of all who knew her.
Brandi was the proud mother of...
Geraldine Marie Worley
Jul 12, 2025
Geraldine Marie Worley, 78, peacefully died in the afternoon hours of Saturday, July 12, 2025, at her daughter’s home in Roseville.
She was born one of four children on November 17, 1946, in Johnson City, NY, to the late Bryce and Helen (Crandle) Oakley-Hand.
Gerri worked for many years as a warranty clerk for Vern Buchanan Honda in Ocala, Florida. She also...
Charles Blake Moore
Jun 29, 2025
Charles Blake Moore, known as Blake, left this world on Sunday, June 29, 2025, in Zanesville, Ohio, where he had also begun his journey in life on February 27, 1968.
Blake was a true lover of life, whose vibrancy and passion were evident to all who were lucky enough to know him. His laughter, warm and inviting, had the unique ability...
Edith Carol Frecker
Jun 24, 2025
Edith Carol Frecker, affectionately known to friends and family as Edie, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2025, in Zanesville, Ohio, at the age of 77. Born on July 5, 1947, in Corning, Ohio, Edie was a beloved presence in the lives of many and left an indelible mark on those who were fortunate enough to know her.
A woman of...
Daryl Lee Rhodes
Jun 16, 2025
Daryl Lee Rhodes, 58, of Zanesville, Ohio passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025 at his residence. He was born May 28, 1967 in Zanesville, the son of the late William C. and Carolyn (nee: Spears) Rhodes. Daryl served our country and defended our freedom as a US Navy Seal 1988-1992 during Operation Desert Storm. After returning to civilian life,...
Vera Mae Pletcher
Jun 16, 2025
Vera Mae Pletcher, 70, of Zanesville died unexpectedly in the afternoon hours of Monday, June 16, 2025, at her home,
She was born one of 13 children on November 7, 1954, to the late James and Vera (Inman) Norton.
Vera was a kind and simple person, she enjoyed the thrill of playing BINGO, gathering around her friends and sisters, and spending time...
Carolyn Gibbs
Jun 1, 2025
Carolyn Gibbs, 80, of Crooksville, peacefully passed into eternal life in the evening hours of Sunday, June 1, 2025, at the Genesis Morrison House.
She was born on November 10, 1944, in Zanesville, a daughter to the late, Joseph and Mildred (Beatrice) Buty.
Following her graduation from Corning High School, Carolyn went on to graduate from the Meredith School of Business. She...
Ronald "Stoney" E. Stoneburner
May 23, 2025
Ronald E. Stoneburner “Stoney”, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025, at home, in his lifelong hometown of Deavertown, where he was the 4th generation to live on the corner of Stoneburner Road. He was born on March 5, 1933, in Deavertown in a community that would come to know him as a...
Steven Wayne Wood
May 12, 2025
Steven Wayne Wood, 72, of Roseville, Ohio passed away at 4:44 AM, Monday, May 12, 2025 at Genesis Hospital, Zanesville surrounded by his loving family. He was born on Tuesday, May 12, 1953 in Zanesville, the eldest son of Tommy and Lelia Faye (nee: Wilson ) Wood. After graduating from Crooksville High School in 1971, Steve began his working career...
Kevin Dean Pritchard
May 7, 2025
Kevin Dean Pritchard, 69, of Crooksville died in the afternoon hours of Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at Genesis Hospital following a sudden cardiac event.
He was born on Friday, September 9, 1955, a son to the late Delmar "Dink" and Patricia "Pat" (Frame) Pritchard.
Kevin spent his entire life in the close-knit community of McCluney where he was raised on his family...
Gloria May Jackson
May 3, 2025
Gloria May Jackson, 92, of Corning, Ohio went to be with her Lord and Savior at 8:46PM, Saturday, May 3, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born Wednesday, April 19, 1933 in Manchester, New Hampshire, the only daughter of the late Wendell and Ruby (nee: Skinner) Spiller. Gloria retired from PCC Airfoils in Crooksville where...
Gerald Bryce Clutter
Apr 28, 2025
Gerald Bryce Clutter, 87 of Crooksville, Ohio (Rosefarm) went to be with his Lord and Savior at 5:13 PM, Monday, April 28, 2025 at Genesis Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Morgan County on Sunday, December 12, 1937, the son of Gerald and Myrville (nee: Allen) Clutter. Bryce was a 1956 graduate of York High School...
Myra Jean Beisser
Apr 23, 2025
Myra Jean (Dozer) Beisser passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, a victim of metastasized thyroid cancer. She put up a courageous battle for 14 years. Prayers she received during her journey were greatly appreciated. She was born on July 1, 1950 in Zanesville, Ohio and graduated from Roseville High School in 1968. She was a homemaker and her most...
Clementine Sue Funk
Apr 12, 2025
Clementine Sue Funk, 90, of Corning, peacefully passed into eternal life in the early morning hours of Saturday, April 12, 2025, with her family by her side.
She was born one of four children on September 30, 1934, to the late Isham and Marie (Tracy) Embrey.
Clementine was the caretaker and homemaker to her family, turning her little slice of heaven on...
Sue Ann Smith
Apr 3, 2025
Sue Ann Smith, 85 of Roseville, peacefully died in the evening hours of Thursday, April 3, 2025, at her home with her children by her side.
She was born on October 4, 1939, a daughter to the late Kenneth and Hannah (Neal) Bateson.
Sue spent her life as a homemaker, raising her children and later her beloved dogs. She spent her leisure...
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