All Obituaries

James A. “Tony” McConnell, 62, of Roseville, passed away Friday November 22, 2019 peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Tony was born on October 27, 1957 in Zanesville, Ohio. He proudly protected our country and freedom by serving in the United States Army with distinction, earning two Army Commendation Medals, during the end of the Vietnam Era. Tony retired from Miba Bearing in McConnelsville where his fellow coworkers referred to him as “Sarge.” He was a...

Mary J. Erwin Fields, 55, of Zanesville, formerly of New Lexington, passed away Friday November 22, 2019 in Continuing Care at Cedar Hill. She was born October 29, 1964 to the late Ralph Oliver (Mary Cocherl) Erwin Sr. Mary was previously employed with Ralston as a Press Operator. She loved walking the beach and collecting seashells, playing cards and painting pictures. Above all, Mary adored her children and grandchildren. She would go to great lengths to see their happiness and share her...

Cathy J. Rosser, 67, of Crooksville, passed away Monday November 11, 2019 at Fairfield Medical Center after a sudden illness. She was born on May 15, 1952 in Zanesville, Ohio to the late John W. (Anna Elizabeth Butts) Rosser Sr. Cathy spent most of her life babysitting and caring for her family. She enjoyed bowling, gambling and was an avid Ohio State Buckeye Fan. Cathy attended Iliff United Methodist Church, where she loved to worship every Sunday. She is survived by brothers, Jim (Marsha)...

Robert L. Newton, 58, of Cannelville, passed away Friday October 11, 2019 at Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, after an extended illness. He was born March 19, 1961 in Zanesville and was raised by his adoptive parents, the late Gale and Vivian Klinger Newton. Robert loved the outdoors. He could be found on any given day working on cars, riding his motorcycle, out on his boat, fishing and always listening to country music. He is survived by his loving companion of 28 years, Tonia Dicks;...

Laura Marie Bagent, 54, of Lancaster, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at Fairfield Medical Center after a sudden illness. She was born on January 21, 1965 in Muskingum County to the late Delmus H Bagent and Irene May Bagent , where she spent most of her life as a homemaker. Laura is survived by her sisters, Darlene Mason, Pat Brassfield, Jean (Dave) Ross; and brother, Tom Pletcher. Private services for Laura will take place per the family’s request. Ross-Frash Funeral Home,...

We are heartbroken and devasted to announce the passing of our daughter, sister, granddaughter, mother, niece, cousin and friend, Erin Leighanna “Anna” Taylor, 30, of Roseville. Erin was a very hardworking and friendly girl that most of all, loved her children. She was a Crooksville High School 2007 graduate where she excelled in basketball. Like many people, Anna struggled with addiction of drugs and completed several rehab programs, but could not shake this Demon. She enjoyed...

Tom Frampton, 73, of Zanesville, passed away Sunday, September 29th, 2019 at Genesis Hospice-Morrison House, Zanesville. He was born July 17th, 1946 in Newark, Ohio, to the late Robert and Pearl Frampton. He attended West Muskingum High School and later attended Ashland University on a basketball scholarship. Tom was a real-estate agent for the past 20 years and most recently worked with McCollister & Associates Real Estate, Zanesville, Ohio. He was heavily involved in Zanesville...

Ronald D. Inman, 73, of Roseville, passed away peacefully, Saturday September 28, 2019 at Genesis Hospice Morrison House. Ron was born on November 7, 1945 in Deavertown to the late Dale Inman and Francine Leroy Inman. He spent most of his life in the Crooksville-Roseville area and worked as an assembler for Rockwell International. Ron is survived by his loving wife, Susan Rider Inman of the home; a son, Rick (Ruth) Inman of Illinois; daughter, Jennifer (Carl) Gadd of North Carolina;...

Tyler D. “Peach” Justice, 28, of Zanesville, passed away suddenly at Genesis Healthcare Emergency Department on Wednesday September 25, 2019 at 7:59 AM. He was born in Zanesville, Ohio on March 21, 1991 to Kathy Watts Mobley and Kenny Justice. Tyler was a 2009 Crooksville High School graduate, where he excelled in many sports including football and basketball. He enjoyed watching sports, loved fishing and was a movie fanatic. Tyler held various positions in food service and loved...

Stephen E. Wilson, 63, of Zanesville, passed away Wednesday September 18, 2019 at Genesis Healthcare after a sudden illness. Steve was born September 28, 1955 in New Lexington to the late Linda Wilson Bolyard. Steve lived most of his life in the Crooksville area and he was raised by his late grandparents, Clara and Harold Swinehart. He served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam Era where he chose to protect the freedom of his country. Steve worked as shipping manager at P.C.C...