Local obituaries for Zanesville, Ohio and Muskingum County.
June Rae Liston
Jun 7, 2026
June Rae Liston, 73, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 7, 2026, while in the compassionate care of the Willow Haven Care Center.
Born on December 12, 1952, in Marietta, Ohio, June was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose greatest joy in life was her family. She had a gift for making a house feel like a home and...
Robert Lee Murgatroyd
Jun 5, 2026
Robert Lee Murgatroyd, 50, of Zanesville, passed away tragically and unexpectedly on June 5, 2026. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and the many lives he's touched. He was born September 30, 1975, in Zanesville, a son to Roberta (Carl) Myers and the late Danny (Kay) Murgatroyd.
Robert was a beloved father to Devin Murgatroyd, Taylor Murgatroyd, Maddelynne...
Russell E. Bateman, Jr.
Jun 4, 2026
Russell E. Bateman, Jr., 75, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 4, 2026, while under the compassionate care of the staff at Adams Lane Care Center. He was born on August 24, 1950, in Zanesville, Ohio, the son of Russell E. Bateman, Sr. and Patricia (Mick) Bateman.
Russell was a proud veteran who served eight years in the Army National Guard...
Jeanie E. McDonald
May 31, 2026
Jeanie McDonald (51), of Zanesville, Ohio, passed away suddenly on May 31st at Genesis Hospital. She is proceeded in death by her mother, Regan Valentine and great nephew Maverick Coen.
In 2009 Jeanie started at Avon distribution center where she had recently just been promoted to Management. She was extremely proud of herself for accomplishing this since she struggled so much...
Barbara Jean (Kirby) Dunmead
May 31, 2026
Barbara Jean (Kirby) Dunmead, 92 of Zanesville passed away peacefully on May 31, 2026, at Traditions of Zanesville after a long and impactful life. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends, and the many people whose lives she touched.
Barbara was born in Zanesville on August 7, 1933, to Homer and Nellie (Knapp) Kirby. She graduated from Adamsville High...
Naomi Satterfield
May 26, 2026
Naomi Satterfield, 90, of Zanesville, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at 7:43 P.M. on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at Genesis Hospice Morrison House. She was born July 24, 1935, in Mt. Sterling, a daughter of the late Perry and Kathryn (Merkle) Brandom.
Naomi was an excellent cook and baker, whose kitchen was always filled with...
David M. Ellis, D.P.M.
May 25, 2026
David M. Ellis, D.P.M., age 75, died on Monday, May 25, 2026 at his home of more than 40 years in Zanesville, Ohio from complications of Parkinson's disease dementia.
Dave was born on August 26, 1950 in Zanesville to James Francis Ellis and Vera Anita (Shawger) Ellis. He graduated from Rosecrans High School in 1968 as a four-year varsity letterman who...
MaryJane McDonald
May 25, 2026
MaryJane McDonald (Sellers), 90, of Zanesville, died peacefully at 5:15 P.M. on Monday, May 25, 2026, at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born July 13, 1935, in Zanesville, Ohio, a daughter of the late William Victor and Bernice (Barnes) Sellers.
MaryJane focused her early time and energy working at AEP prior to having children, and later spent many...
Robert Ellsworth Hayes, Jr.
May 20, 2026
Robert Ellsworth Hayes Jr., 77, of Zanesville, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on March 22, 1949, in Muskingum County, Ohio, to the late Robert Ellsworth Hayes Sr. and Gloria (Krouskoupf) Hayes.
Robert dedicated many years of hard work as a Journeyman Operator for Owens Brockway Glass, where he was respected...
Laura Ann Looney
May 20, 2026
Laura A. Looney, 66, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family while under the compassionate care of Genesis Hospice. She was born on March 2, 1960, in Newark, Ohio, to the late Delmar and Virginia (Evans) Looney.
Laura was a caring and generous woman who found joy in life’s simple pleasures....
Janet L. Busche
May 13, 2026
Janet L. Busche, 75, of Powell, died at 12:00 P.M. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus. She was born January 2, 1951, in Zanesville, a daughter of the late Paul W. and Marjorie (Sharrock) Busche.
Janet earned her Master’s Degree in Education from Muskingum University and her undergraduate degree in teaching from The Ohio State University. She...
Sandra Lee Jackson
May 12, 2026
Sandra Lee Jackson, 90, of New Lexington, died at 6:30 A.M. on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at Majestic Care of New Lexington. She was born January 26, 1936, in Allen County, Ohio, a daughter of the late Hayden and Zoe (Long) Roberts. Sandra was a faithful member of St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Zanesville and also a member of the...
Kimberly Sue Harney
May 9, 2026
Kimberly Sue Harney, 60, of Zanesville, passed away peacefully while in the compassionate care Genesis Hospice on Saturday, May 9, 2026. She was born on May 16, 1965, in Zanesville, the daughter of Charles R. Gill and Linda (Drake) Gill.
Kimberly will be remembered for her contagious smile, her kind and loving heart, and the warmth she shared with everyone around...
George Archie Wilson, Jr.
May 9, 2026
George Archie Wilson, Jr., 64, of McConnelsville, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026 while in the compassionate care of the The Morrison House. He was born on July 11, 1961, in Maysville, the son of George Archie Wilson, Sr. and Laura Lou Wilson Bateson.
George was a man known for his strong work ethic, kind heart, and unforgettable sense of...
Gertrud "Bobbie" Cooper
May 8, 2026
Gertrud “Bobbie” Cooper, 94, of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026 at Altercare of Zanesville. Born on April 17, 1932 in Straubing, Germany, she was the beloved daughter of Johann and Anna (Loibl) Hauber.
Bobbie was a woman of remarkable strength, talent, and grace whose life reflected resilience, devotion, and deep appreciation for the blessings she had been given....
Ruth Maddy Smith
May 5, 2026
Ruth Maddy Smith, age 95 passed away at 2:40 a.m. on May 5, 2026 while residing at the Oaks at Northpoint. She was born on February 9, 1931, in Dresden, Ohio, and was lovingly raised by her adopted grandparents, Grace LaSalle Cullins and Edward Maxwell Cullins, whose care and guidance helped shape the woman Ruth became.
Ruth lived a long life...
Thelma "Sally" Sowers
May 4, 2026
Thelma "Sally" Sowers, 93, of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2026, surrounded by the compassionate care of Hospice at the Oaks at Northpointe. Born on March 21, 1933, in McConnelsville, Ohio, she was the beloved daughter of the late Clarence Willis Grist, Sr., and Leona Maxine (Carter) Grist. Sally was defined by her tireless work ethic and spent...
Alice Ann Hill
May 2, 2026
Alice Ann Hill, born March 2, 1935, passed away peacefully on May 2, 10:42pm at Morrison House, following a wonderful month of daily family visits at The Oaks. She was the daughter of Lucie Laverne and Charles Gard, growing up on a farm with siblings Chuck, Don Dale, Janice, and Marla, cherishing those early memories. On June 22, 1953, she...
Robert "Rob" Dean Bailey
May 2, 2026
Robert “Rob” Dean Bailey, 75, of Zanesville, died at 5:46 P.M. on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Genesis Hospice Morrison House, surrounded by his loving family. He was born February 17, 1951, in Zanesville, a son to the late Nelson and Winifred “Winnie” (Cravenor) Bailey. Rob enjoyed playing music with his brothers, going camping but really found the most joy...
Bonita "Bonnie" R. Knicely
May 2, 2026
Bonita R. Knicely, 98 ¾, of Newark, formerly of Adamsville, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday, May 2, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born August 4, 1927, in Pittsburgh, PA, a daughter of the late Clarence and Mary (Bailey) Wilson.
Bonnie lived a life rooted in faith, devotion, and service to...
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