All Obituaries

Stephen M. Ellis, 67, formerly of Sebring FL and Zanesville, died at 11:26 P.M. on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus. A cremation has taken place with a Celebration of Life service to be held at a later date. BOLIN-DIERKES FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 1271 BLUE AVENEUE, ZANESVILLE, OHIO entrusted to all arrangements. To send a note of condolence visit www.bolin-dierkesfuneralhome.com, follow us on Facebook, or call our professional staff at...

Linda Lou Hayes, 70, of Buffalo, died Thursday, March 19, 2020, at her home. She was born May 29, 1949, in Zanesville, a daughter of the late James Leo and Betty Preston Wolfe. She had been a cook at Mr. Lee’s Restaurant and also for Bob Evans. She loved cooking for anyone and everyone with way too much food. She enjoyed babysitting for a lot of people and loved her grandchildren. She liked watching the cooking channel and old movies. Linda was a member of Westwood Baptist Church. She...

Ronald Eugene Swope, 79, of Zanesville, died at 12:20 P.M. on Monday, March 16, 2020 at his home. He was born July 20, 1940, in Zanesville, a son of the late Russell E. and Thelma Mae Hiles Swope. He was a United States Army Veteran serving during the Vietnam War. Ronald was an electrician at Stewart-Glapat Corporation and a member of Market Street Baptist Church. He loved Jesus, taught Sunday school for twenty years, and was a good Christian man. He liked to tinker around the garage working...

John J. “Red Top” Toth, 83, of Zanesville, suddenly passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2020, at his home. He was born October 1, 1936 in Zanesville, a son of the late Joseph and Helen Capan Toth. He was a United States Army Veteran and Catholic by faith. John was a retired postal worker who enjoyed golf and bowling. He is survived by two sisters, Patricia (William) Gonda and Nancy Starner as well as many nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. In addition to his...

Dr. Holly Anne (Merker) McAllister. I was born April 25, 1959 to Janet and Donald Bruce Merker. I am thankful for a lifetime with my amazing siblings Dave (Amy), parents of Abbey (Xavier) Cooper, Ali (Al) Eli and Ella, Jenny (Colby), Jody-mom to Madee and Kenna, and Dan (Leslie), parents to Brian (Brianna) Luke, Levi and Mae (Cameron) Calvin. I have been blessed to be married to the love of my life, John E. McAllister for thirty-seven years. His parents are John and Judy McAllister and he...

Glen E. Pyles, 65, of Zanesville, died Friday, March 6, 2020.He was born August 21, 1954 a son of the late Kenneth A. and Carolyn Carr Pyles Surviving are a Loving Companion of 24 years, Mary Estep;  two daughters, Kelly and Stephanie, several grandchildren; a sister, Karen (David) Bender and a brother, Jeffery A. Pyles. Friends and family may call one hour prior to the funeral service that will be held at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, March11, 2020 at BOLIN-DIERKES FUNERAL HOME,...

Ralph E. Sletzer, 87, of Heath, formerly of Zanesville, died Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at the Laurels of Heath. He was born August 20, 1932 in Zanesville, a son of the late Henry and Florence James Sletzer. He was a United States Army Veteran serving during the Korean Conflict. He retired from Armco Steel and was protestant by faith. He is survived by a daughter, Sharon Miller; a sister, Marty (Ron) Ball; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. In addition to his...

Kayleen J. Beam, 82, passed away on March 3, 2020 at The Oaks at Bethesda. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank L. and Opal Mae Wilkinson. Her husband and special love, J. Robert “Bob”, preceded her in death in February of 2014. She is survived by their son, Jeff Robert Beam (Susan) and beloved grandchildren Brandais Elizabeth and Nathan Robert Beam. Further, she is survived by her sisters, Sharon Shoemaker (George) of Bradenton, Florida and Sue Ann Taylor of Madison,...

Stephen Lee Cannon, 67, of Zanesville, died at 7:51 P.M. on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at Genesis Hospice-Morrison House, Zanesville. He was born August 15, 1952, in Zanesville, a son of the late Ronald and Bettie Luster Cannon. He was a United States Navy Veteran serving during the Vietnam War and was a supervisor for Greer Steel. He was a member of Westwood Baptist Church, enjoyed golfing, and pickle ball. Stephen loved spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Christine E....

Barbara Ann (Bell) Miller, 83, of Zanesville, passed away at 10:33 P.M., on Monday, March 2, 2020, surrounded by her family. She was born February 17, 1937, in Zanesville, the daughter of the late Grayson and Elizabeth Wood Bell. She was a foreman at Brockway Glass where she retired in 1992. She enjoyed spending time with her family, painting, and sewing. The joy of Barbara’s life was spending time with her family. She is survived by four daughters, Ann (Jeff) Davis, Nancy (Greg)...