All Obituaries

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...

Eva Joann Higginbotham, 83, formerly of Roseville, passed away Saturday September 7, 2019 at Genesis Health Care in Zanesville. She was born in Crooksville, Ohio (Stringtown) on August 15, 1936 to the late Kermit Q. and Helen (Jones) Ebert. Joann was a beautician who owned and operated Joann’s Beauteria, located on Main street in Crooksville for many years. She was an avid bowler, participating in bowling leagues held at Maysville All Star Lanes and was known as one of the largest Hull...

Denzil M. Dillinger, 79, of Crooksville, passed away Sunday September 1, 2019 at the Genesis Perry County Emergency Center after a sudden illness. He is the son of the late Clarence and Virginia (Moody) Dillinger, born on November 1, 1939 in Zanesville, Ohio. Denzil loved sports and was extremely proud of his history with umpiring and officiating. He was a well-known OHSAA Umpire and Official for over 40 years in baseball, softball and football. He took pride in working many district and...

Steven C. Printz, 69, said his last tootaloo on Friday, August 9th surrounded by his family at South Bend Memorial Hospital in Indiana. Steve was born on April 25, 1950 to Donna and James Printz of Perry County, OH. Steve proudly served our country with Company P of the 75th Infantry Ranger Regiment in the United States Army from 1967 to 1973. During his time in the Vietnam War he earned many medals to include the Silver Star, three Bronze Stars, and two Purple Hearts. In...