Roy "R.J." D. Kimble

Roy “R.J.” D. Kimble, 41, of Zanesville, died at 12:01 A.M. on Saturday, October 28, 2023, from an underlying heart condition.  He was born June 16, 1982, in Zanesville, a son of Roy D. (Judy) Kimble Jr. and Johnna Noel. R.J. received his Bachelor’s degree as a Registered Nurse and worked for Genesis Hospital.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his fiancé Andrew Wears; a daughter, Emily Conley; five siblings, Sally (Josh) Murphy, Matt (Brianna) Kimble, Missy (B.J.) Leroy, Andy (Robyn) Kimble, and Jack Kimble; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins; his grandmother Eileen (Louise) Noel; best friends, Elizabeth and Emily; his beloved dog Pork Chop; and many work friends and extended family.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Roy and Peggy Kimble and John Noel.

Friends and family may call from 12:00 P.M. until time service at 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at the BOLIN-DIERKES FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 1271 BLUE AVENUE, ZANESVILLE, with Pastor Pat Wiseman Jones officiating. A burial will be held at the convenience of the family. R.J. will be laid to rest at St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Stovertown with his grandparents.  

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to: Peoples Bank, The RJ Kimble Benefit account, 3108 Maple Avenue, Zanesville, OH. 43701, all contributions will go to Emily’s scholarship fund.