Donald Eugene Williamson, Sr.

Donald Eugene Williamson, 79, of Dresden joined his wife, Dee, and his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 in his home under the loving care of Shriver’s Hospice and his family. He was born on March 22, 1947 and grew up in Cannelville and Roseville, Ohio; the Son of Carl and Annabelle (Rhoades) Williamson.

Don worked most of his career for AEP Ohio Power as a lineman in Zanesville, service rep in Coshocton and Mount Vernon, and dispatcher in Zanesville. He enjoyed watching the Cincinnati Bengals and Reds, Columbus Blue Jackets, and any Ohio State or Tri-Valley sports. After moving to Dresden in 1968, he took an interest in the community. In the early 1970s, He started running the local Little League and built the first Little League baseball field in Dresden. He continued helping Tri-Valley baseball by coaching the Dresden Babe Ruth team for over 15 years. In 2013, Don was inducted into the Philo Hall of Fame for his accomplishments in 4 sports during his high school years. He also had many hobbies over the years that included bowling, fishing, hunting, and metal detecting. His biggest enjoyment came from being with his family and watching his grandchildren and great-grandchildren grow up.

Don will also be forever remembered and loved by two sons and daughters-in-law, Dew (Valerie) Williamson and Dirk (Jennifer) Williamson, 6 grandchildren, Margo (Nathan) Asire, Stefan (Reece) Williamson, DJ (Amanda) Bobst, Douglas (Sarah) Bobst, Natatie Williamson, Savannah Colvin, 19 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers, 1 sister, and several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Dianna (Bowen) Williamson and his parents.

At Don’s request, he will be cremated with no showings or services. He wished for the family to hold a private celebration of life at a later date. The cremation will take place under the direction of BOLIN-DIERKES FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 1271 BLUE AVENUE, ZANESVILLE, AT THEIR LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED CREMATORY. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Shrivers Hospice, 2052 E. Pike, Zanesville, OH 43701.