All Obituaries

Donna J. McCabe, 67, of Crooksville, passed away peacefully, Saturday May 16, 2020 at Kobacker House, Columbus. She was born on June 26, 1952 in Cannelville to the late Murl and Mildred Fortney Inman. Donna loved bingo, playing cards, Yahtzee and being on the computer. She was a member of Bear Run Baptist Church, where she always looked forward to attending to hear the word of the Lord. Donna is survived by daughters, Melissa (Bo Williamson) Watson, Tammy (Don) Harris and Keri (Gary)...

Joyce L. Lightfoot, 66, of Crooksville, passed away Monday May 11, 2020 at Altercare of Somerset, Ohio. She was born to the late James Urban and Betty Lauderback Urban on March 6, 1954 in Columbus, Ohio. Joyce was formerly employed by several local potteries and retired from Kellogg Co- Morning Star Farms after more than 20 years of service. She is survived by her son, Travis Lightfoot of Zanesville; twin stepdaughters, Tina and Tonya Lightfoot of Dayton; grandchild, Marlie Wright; brother,...

Vesta “Vonnie” Walker, 68, of Roseville, passed away Sunday May 10, 2020 at her residence following an extended illness. She was born on April 2, 1952 in Lewis Hollow (Crooksville) to the late Earl E. and Stella M. Pride Saxton. Vonnie was a fun-loving spirit always ready to share or play a joke on someone with her quit wit and ornery sarcasm. She was loyal to her family and loved spending time with them and her cat, Brutus Ray. Vonnie is survived by her children, Loretta (Brian)...

James A. Hamilton, 80, of Crooksville (Deavertown) went to be with the Lord at 5:17 am, Sunday May 3, 2020 at Genesis Hospice Morrison House after a short illness. He was born in Zanesville, Ohio on November 11, 1939 to the late Herbert and Elsie Hall Hamilton. Jim was an extremely hard worker retiring as a coalminer with the Peabody Coal Company, where he dedicated 23 years of service to the company and was employed with Buckeye Steel over 10 years. He was an avid gardener and enjoyed...

David Wiseman, 58, of Roseville, passed away unexpectedly, Friday May 1, 2020 at his residence. He was born on May 3, 1961 to Robert and Margie Rupe Wiseman in Zanesville, Ohio. David spent over 30 years working in food service in various positions ranging from Chef to Manager in local restaurants and hotels. He was a member of Rolling Plains United Methodist Church, loved music and movies and was known for his green thumb. David is survived by his parents; brothers, Terry (Lisa) Wiseman of...

Ronald E. Wilson, 65, of Crooksville, passed away unexpectedly April 29, 2020 at his residence following an extended illness. He was born in Zanesville, Ohio on September 7, 1954 to the late Joseph E. Wilson and Wilma Jean Crooks Wilson. Ron was a 20-year member of the Somerset American Legion Post 58 and the Crooksville Eagles Aerie 1979 before its closure. He loved the outdoors, especially hunting mushrooms, squirrels and his favorite, Coon hunting. Ron is survived by his sisters, Jo Ann...

Thomas W. “Bill” Reed Sr, 87, of Crooksville, passed away Monday April 27, 2020 at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 13, 1933 to the late John and Evelyn Lemity Reed. Bill retired from the Ohio Ferro Alloy where he was employed as a steelworker. He loved hunting, reading and watching Country Western movies and wrestling. Bill was a member of Iliff United Methodist Church and the Doric Masonic Lodge #172 of Deavertown. He is survived by his adoring wife...

Burdette L. “BL” Lyons, 70, of Crooksville, went to be with his Lord and Saviour on Tuesday April 21, 2020 surrounded by his loving family at his residence. He was born on December 21, 1949 in Crooksville to the late Gerold and Leanna Fitzpatrick Lyons. BL was formerly employed with the Village of Crooksville as a sewer plant operator and worked in various area potteries. He loved to spend time with his family, give hugs to those who knew him, share his infectious smile, and play...

Linda Marie Henry Davis, 79, of Roseville, passed away Tuesday April 14, 2020 at SKLD Nursing Facility, New Lexington. She was born in Zanesville, Ohio on September 1, 1940 to her late father, William Leroy Henry and Mary Ellen Henry. Linda worked at Brush Pottery and Alpine Pottery throughout her life. She loved spending all her time with her kids and grandkids and enjoyed taking long car rides. Those that knew her know that she never met a stranger. Linda could always light up a room with...

Steven A. Embrey, 57, of Crooksville, passed away Thursday April 2, 2020 at his residence. He was born on August 11, 1962 in Zanesville, Ohio to the late Kenneth Embrey Sr and Dollie Tolley Embrey. Steve was a dedicated firefighter for the City of Zanesville and retired from the department. He loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing were what he enjoyed doing the most. He was well-known for his mushroom hunting and took pride in supplying people out of state with hundreds of mushrooms...