All Obituaries

Mona Kathryn Murdock, 91, of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 14, 2024, under the care of Ohio’s Hospice at OSU Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. She was born January 17, 1933, in Wellston, Ohio, the daughter of Willard “Gould” and Georgia “Marie” Bethel.   In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Eugene “Gene“ Murdock, whom she married January 19, 1957; brothers, Richard Bethel (Pat)...

Wilk Franklin Kilgore entered the world on November 1st, 2023 and was called home by the Lord on April 13, 2024 in the arms of his parents and surrounded by loved ones. Much of Wilk’s time on earth was spent at The Heart Center of Nationwide Children’s Hospital after being diagnosed prenatally with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome. Wilk’s precious and sweet demeanor was a testament to God’s perfect plan that all life is valuable and all life is a gift from...

  Carolyn “Sue” Phillips, 70, of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at her home under the care of Genesis Hospice. Sue was born November 29, 1953, to the late George Richard and Wanda Jean (Gatten) Addis. She was a member of the OES Chapter 485 and Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. During her working years, Sue was employed by the Muskingum County Sheriff’s Office, Midland Title Security, Inc. and North Valley Bank. She loved spending...

Patricia Ann Luster passed away on Sunday, April 7th, 2024, surrounded by loved ones at the home of her daughter, Sally Taubken, in New Stanton, Pa.  Patty, as she was affectionately known, was born on August 9th, 1928 in Zanesville, Oh to Russell L. Granger and Pauline Lecrone Granger of Zanesville. Patricia was a very active wife, Mother, Grandmother, sister and friend; Patty never met a stranger and she always made everyone around her feel welcomed.  She shared her time...

Jerry M. Richardson, 88, of Zanesville, died at 6:50 A.M. on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at Clay Gardens Place, Zanesville.  Jerry accepted the Lord as his savior and now resides with his beloved wife Sue in Heaven. He was born January 15, 1936, in Zanesville, son of the late Ernest Theodore and Helen (Greiner) Richardson. Jerry was the owner and operator of Zanesville Tool Grinding that he opened in 1973. He was a member of the Maranatha Bible Church and the 4 Freshman Society. He enjoyed...

Larry E. Claypool, 78, of Arcadia, Florida (formerly of Glenford, Ohio) died at 3:43 A.M. on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at Select Specialty Hospital in Newark. He was born May 5, 1945, in Zanesville, a son of the late Paul E. and Juanita (Wooley) Claypool. Larry graduated with an Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, and he worked at Lucent Technologies as a Quality Auditor for over 31 years. He enjoyed working on the family farm and was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran...

Sophie “Jane” Bates, 94, of Dresden, died at 7:51 A.M., on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at Altercare of Zanesville.  She was born September 6, 1929, in Zanesville, a daughter of the late Harry and Blanche (Hamilton) Tandy.  Jane worked for the Longaberger Company as a basket weaver for ten years, she was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church. She enjoyed puzzle books, quilting and she loved to read. More than anything Jane treasured family and was a guiding light to...

Henry E. Shirkey, 78, of Zanesville, died at 7:51 P.M. on Saturday, March 30, 2024, at Genesis Hospital Emergency Room, Zanesville.  He was born December 15, 1945, in Crooksville, son of the late Clifford and Mayme (Dennis) Shirkey Sr. Henry was a veteran of the United States Army, a past President and member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles. He worked as a machinist for the City of Columbus, enjoyed fishing, hunting, OSU football, The Cincinnati Bengals and NASCAR especially #28...

Jennie Eileen (Dunn) Rasor, 81, of Zanesville, OH passed away peacefully at 10:03 A.M. on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at her home. She was born February 4, 1943, to Hazel F. and George E. Dunn. Jennie retired from Sears & Roebuck Company in 1988 and volunteered for many years at Good Samaritan, and later Genesis Hospitals. In her retirement, she was an avid gardener, cook, and caregiver to her grandchildren. She devoted herself to caring for and nurturing her family. Jennie was active...

Dora M. Taylor, 81, of Zanesville, died at 3:52 A.M. on Friday, March 22, 2024, at Primrose Retirement Community of Zanesville.  She was born April 14, 1942, in Columbus, a daughter of the late Webster and Viola (Carpenter) Potts. Dora was a 1960 graduate of Big Walnut High School and a 1964 graduate of Otterbein University earning her bachelor’s degree. Dora enjoyed officiating volleyball games, she loved music and played the dulcimer. She was an avid traveler, with her favorite...