Philip W. Nelson, 58, of Columbus, formerly of Roseville, passed away unexpectedly April 13, 2021. He was born in Riverside, California, on November 20, 1962, to the late Delbert and Virginia Ham Nelson. Phil worked as a part of the maintenance team, caring for the House of Hope, part of the Ohio Addiction Recovery Program. He was a very humble, caring and compassionate sponsor for those in the program, especially his AA friends. Phil was dependable, loved people and would do anything for...

Marlene K. Woodward, 78, of Deavertown, passed away Saturday March 27, 2021 at Genesis Healthcare after a sudden illness. Born on January 31, 1943 in Zanesville, she is the daughter of the late George and Annabelle Landerman Watts. Marlene spent most of her life as a homemaker caring for her family, tending to her dogs and as a member of the Eastern Star Carnation Chapter. She is survived by her son, Rodney W. Woodward; sister, Ethel; and several nieces and nephews. Marlene is preceded in...

Jackie E. (Spears) Weinstock, 69, of Roseville, passed away peacefully Wednesday February 24, 2021 at Wexner Medical Center (The James) in the care of Central Ohio Hospice with her family by her side. She was born on February 21, 1952 in Zanesville to the late Denzil F. and Audrey Price Spears. Jackie was raised in Ironspot with her 8 brothers and sisters and has been a resident of Roseville most of her life. She was interested in arts & crafts of all types including crocheting,...

Willard J. “Jimmy” Hall, 68, of Roseville, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, February 18, 2021 at his residence. One of 12 children, he was born on October 16, 1952 to the late Perry Eugene and Erma Sue Gavin Hall. Jimmy served as a Marksman for the United State Army and after returning home to Morgan County, held employment with several local area potteries in the Crooksville-Roseville area. He was a member of the Roseville American Legion Post 71 and Crooksville Eagles Aerie...

Wayne Willacker, 63, of Crooksville, passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at Riverside Landing, McConnelsville after an extended illness. Born on July 24, 1957 in Nampa, Idaho, he was the son of the late Robert Joseph and Beaula Faye Low Willacker. Wayne was a Christian by faith and although he did not attend church frequently, he loved God. Among hobbies and activities that were enjoyed by him were going out to dinner, watching Western movies, socializing with company that came to...

John C. Dilts, 63, of Roseville, passed away at 1:15 AM, Friday February 12, 2021 at his residence surrounded by his family. Born January 18, 1958 in Zanesville, he was a son of the late William “Pelick” and Helen Campbell Dilts. John was a former employee of several local potteries and was a mechanic by trade. He loved spending time outdoors doing anything from working on cars, fishing or simply hanging out in his garage with his buddies. John leaves behind a son, Dusty Tilton...

Clarence Powell Sr, 73, at died February 11, 2021. Clarence was Born October 14, 1947 in Harlan County Kentucky to the late Marion Powell Sr and Mary Baumgardner-Powell. He was a retired coal Miner from Peabody Coal Company. He is survived by the mother of his children Millie Owens-Powell, his children, Clarence Jr (Latonya), Richard (Jennifer), James, Tammy (Raymond) Gladman, and Eva (Shawn) Bonifield. His grandchildren Derrick Grissom, Ryan Powell, Nathan Powell, Sheridan Wilson, Genesta...

George A. “Snake” Pride, 67, of Crooksville, passed away at his residence, Monday February 8, 2021 after a short -term courageous battle with cancer. He was born March 2, 1953 in Zanesville to the late Harold and Margaret Pierce Pride. Both of his biological parents passed away at a young age, and was adopted by Mildred Fortney Inman, whom George loved very much and always considered his mother. He was a member of the United States Marine Corp, although for a short time because...

George R. Martin, 58, of Crooksville, passed away Sunday February 7, 2021 at Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, after a sudden illness. He was born on April 11, 1962 in Zanesville to the late Robert and Helen Wheeler Martin. George spent most of his life working as an independent contractor and enjoyed fishing and the outdoors. He proudly served our country as a member of the United States Army. Left to mourn his passing are his wife, Robin Ross Martin; children, Gary Lyons of Crooksville and...

Charles D. Moreland, 69, of Roseville, passed away Wednesday February 3, 2021 at his residence after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on October 9, 1951 in Columbus, a son of the late Charles F. and Patricia Rothgeb Moreland. Charles was an over the road truck driver, most recently employed by Schell Brothers in Newark. He was a Baptist Minister and enjoyed reading and singing Psalms daily. Charles, when able to experience the great outdoors, also loved fishing. He is survived by...