Carol A. Brasseur, 77 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on April 11, 2024, at Genesis Hospital in Zanesville. She was born on October 20, 1946, in Zanesville, Ohio, daughter of the late Willard McNerney and Susanna (Savage) McNerney. Carol graduated from Adamsville High School in 1964 and worked at Longaberger Co for 15 years after being a stay-at-home mom. She was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Carol was an avid reader, loved watching...

Gary “Hank” Hankison, 74 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on April 2, 2024, at his residence under the care of Genesis Hospice.  He was born on July 10, 1949, in Logan, Ohio, son of the late Eugene (Nancy) Hankison and Geraldine (Anthony) Plusinski. Hank was a Vietnam veteran of the Army, serving from 1967-1970. He was a Master Electrician and a member of the VFW Post #1058 of Zanesville. In his spare time, he previously enjoyed riding his...

Teresa J. Wood, 68 of Zanesville, passed away on April 1, 2024, at Genesis Hospital in Zanesville. She was born on November 9, 1955, in Belva, West Virginia, daughter of the late Lawn Wood and Freda (Truman) Wood. In her spare time, Teresa enjoyed watching the show Cops and loved listening to her favorite, Alan Jackson.   She is survived by her daughter, Melissa Snider; brothers, Larry (Rachel) Wood Sr., Rolland Wood, Timothy (Cheryl) Wood; sister, Bonnie Shelton; grandchildren, Tyler...

Jeremy “Jay” Ryan Wood, 37 of Zanesville, passed away on March 24, 2024, at his residence. He was born on March 25, 1986, in Zanesville, Ohio, son of William Wood and Lori (Wilson) Kennedy. Jay worked as an Apprentice through IBEW and carried his CDL’s. He loved the outdoors, boating, fishing, music, and cruising around. In his spare time, he enjoyed working on his cars. Above all, he loved spending time with his son, Jace, and his loved ones. In addition to his parents,...

Paul M. Morgan, 60 of Blue Rock, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2024, at The Genesis Morrison House of Zanesville. He was born on June 27, 1963, in Zanesville, Ohio, son of Bruce Morgan and Sheila (Brown) Morgan. He was a member of the High Hills Sportsman Club. Paul worked at All American Homes, Custom Vans for over 13 years and recently in maintenance at the Wilds for the last 6 years. He loved the outdoors, hunting, and fishing. Paul is survived by his loving wife of 30 years,...

Sarah Jolean Smith, 53 of Zanesville, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on March 24, 2024, at The James Cancer Center in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on March 10, 1971, in Zanesville, Ohio, daughter of the late Albert Batross and Elizabeth (Shipman) Batross. Sarah was a graduate of Zanesville High School in 1989. She worked at Texas Roadhouse in Zanesville. In her spare time, she loved going to BINGO and fishing with her husband, Mike. She is survived by her husband of 15 years,...

Robert A. Walker Jr., 69 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on March 19, 2024, at his residence under the care of Genesis Hospice. He was born on December 26, 1954, in Zanesville, Ohio, the son of Robert A. Walker Sr. and Margaret (Morris) Walker. Bob is a veteran of the Navy, serving from 1973-1977. He was a member of the American Legion Post 29 and a member of The Salvation Army. Bob worked at Lear for 30 years and later at Columbia Machine for 3 years,...

Rebecca Sue (Wilson) Chapman-Russell, 73 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on March 14, 2024, at Genesis Morrison House in Zanesville. She was born on March 30, 1950, in Zanesville, Ohio, daughter of the late James “Soapy” Wilson and Ruth Agnes Yester. Rebecca was a graduate of Maysville High School and later attended beauty college.  She was a member of the Ladies Eagles Auxiliary #302 of Zanesville. Rebecca worked at Sunrise IGA Bakery for...

Paul “PG” Smith, 82 of Norwich, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on February 3, 2024, at his residence. He was born on September 9, 1941, in Cambridge, Ohio, son of the late Andrew William Smith Sr. and Hilda “Laverne” (Little) Smith. Paul was a graduate from New Concord High School, class of 1959. He played football and basketball, where he earned All MVL honors.  Paul married his high school sweetheart, Frances (Baker) Smith on...

Robert Leo Kirby, 95 of Zanesville, passed away on March 15, 2024, at the Morrison House in Zanesville, Ohio. He was born on February 3, 1929, in Coshocton, Ohio, son of the late Russel Kirby and Waverline Kirby. Bob was regarded as a truly unique individual by all who knew him. He was the proud owner of Kirby Electric most of his adult life and took meticulous care to produce the highest quality work. His customers became his friends. His passion was exercise, whether on his Gazelle...