Local obituaries for Zanesville, Ohio and Muskingum County.
Donald D. Smith
Jun 29, 2026
Donald D. Smith, 73 of Zanesville passed away June 29 at the Beckett House. He was born on August 27, 1952, in Alliance, Ohio to the late Donald S. Smith and Mary Louise Smith.
Don was a graduate of Alliance High School, graduated from Kent State with a BS in Science Education and Ohio University with a master’s in Science Education....
Beverly J. Weidig
Jun 26, 2026
Beverly Weidig, 86, of Zanesville, died at 4:52 A.M. on Friday, June 26, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 29, 1940, in Zanesville, a daughter of the late Donald and Illene (Corbin) Stemm. She worked at Big Bear for 30 years, Northside Pharmacy for many years and later as a seamstress for Wade’s...
Sally A. Vandenbark
Jun 25, 2026
Sally A. Vandenbark, 80, of Zanesville, was called home to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at 10:58 P.M. on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at Genesis Hospital, Zanesville. She was born May 18, 1946, in Zanesville, a daughter of the late George and Helen (Bell) Adams. In her early years, Sally enjoyed sewing, tending to her garden, canning her vegetables...
Albert Phillip Taylor
Jun 24, 2026
Albert Phillip Taylor, 86, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. He was born March 7, 1940, in Zanesville to the late Albert F. and Ruth Miller Taylor. He was a 1958, graduate of Zanesville High School and served in the U.S. Army. Albert was a member of First Christian Church, the Lion’s Club and Freemasons Jackson Lodge No....
Tessa Renee Russell
Jun 23, 2026
Tessa Renee Russell, 53, passed away peacefully in her home on June 23, 2026. Born on September 12, 1972, in Fort Ord, California, she was the cherished daughter of Diana (Burns) Russell and the late Larry E. Russell.
Tessa was a woman whose gentle spirit, generous heart, and unwavering love for her family left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough...
Anna Mae Hunter
Jun 23, 2026
Anna Mae Hunter, 96, of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, at Adams Lane Care Center in the loving presence of her family. Born on December 11, 1929, in Zanesville, Ohio to Clyde and Adeline (Hysol) Lynn. Anna Mae lived a long and meaningful life centered on family, gratitude, and the simple joys that brought happiness to her...
Margaret Jean Hemphill Wysong
Jun 19, 2026
Margaret Jean Hemphill-Wysong, 75, of Zanesville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 19, 2026, at the Morrison House. She was born on March 8, 1951, in Clarinda, Iowa, the daughter of the late William and Margaret Hemphill. Margaret was a woman of intelligence, determination, compassion, and service. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Tarkio College in Tarkio,...
Sharon A. Leopold
Jun 16, 2026
Sharon A. Leopold, 79, of Philo, died at 1:40 P.M. on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born August 6, 1946, in Massillon, Ohio, a daughter of the late Clarence and Ruby (Hall) Brown.
She is survived by her daughter, Teresa Leopold; a granddaughter, Kaylie (Ronnie) Sidwell; a great grandson, Luca Sidwell; a...
Norma Mae Headley
Jun 15, 2026
Norma Mae Birkhimer Headley, 88, of Adams Lane, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Adams Lane Care Center while in the loving presence of her family. She was born September 19, 1937, in Dresden, Ohio, daughter of the late Frank and Garnet (Layton) Birkhimer.
Norma was a faithful and devoted member of Market Street Baptist Church, where she...
Shoshana "Shoni" Goldstein
Jun 13, 2026
Shoshana “Shoni” Goldstein, 82, of Zanesville, died at 5:09 P.M. on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at Genesis Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 12, 1944, in Abilene, Texas, a daughter of the late Bernard and Irene (Schiffman) Goldstein. She was born with developmental disabilities early on in her life but that never stopped her from living...
Randy Dean Shaffer
Jun 11, 2026
Randy Dean Shaffer, 67, of Dresden, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026, at Genesis Hospital while in the loving presence of his family. He was born on August 12, 1958, in Newark, Ohio, the son of Donald and Betty (Miller) Shaffer.
Randy dedicated many years of service to Owens Corning, where he worked in the Batch House and later as...
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...
Kyle Bradley Sparks
Jun 1, 2026
Kyle Bradley Sparks, 34, of Hebron, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on June 1, 2026. His sudden passing has left a profound void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. The loss of Kyle is one that his family and friends will carry deeply, as they mourn a life taken far too soon and cherish the countless memories...
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...
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