All Obituaries

Lynn Launder, 67, of Zanesville, passed away at 1:35 a.m. Wed. Aug. 12, 2020 at Genesis Hospice-Morrison House. He was born on Oct. 21, 1952 in Zanesville, Ohio. He graduated from Maysville High School where he was on the wrestling team and attended the Columbus School of Art & Design. He had worked at Central Ohio Coal Company and Linn Engineering. He was a member of the Zanesville Eagles. He enjoyed history, especially the Civil War, sports, spending time with his dogs Pokey and...

Shelly Ann (Moore) Kendall, 56, born January 3, 1964 in Zanesville, Ohio, passed away at her sister’s home at 5:25 a.m. on Monday August 10, 2020 after losing a courageous 4-month battle with cancer. Shelly was the daughter of Bob and Ellen (Wood) Mason and the late James A. Moore, Sr. Shelly attended Sheridan High School, class of 1982, and Ohio University. Shelly had an extreme love of horses and was very talented in training and riding. At 15, Shelly began training race horses for...

Corey James Baughman, 41, of Moxahala, passed away on Saturday August 8, 2020. He was born on January 26, 1979 in Zanesville, a son of Jim and Tammy Baughman. He belonged to St. Thomas Catholic Church, enjoyed spending time with his children, enjoyed fishing and music. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife Lisa Baughman. Three children Khloe Ann Tussey, Jasmine Ray Baughman, and Brody James Baughman. Step-son Gavin Tussey. Numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was...

Alberta L. Thomas, 85, of Zanesville, passed away at 3:20 p.m. Wed. August 5, 2020 at Genesis Hospice-Morrison House. She was born on October 24, 1934 in Hazard County, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Jessie and Louise (Brown) Bailey. She loved gardening. She is survived by four children Kristina Knott, James (Lori) Carter, Charles Carter, and Ann Beasley. Eleven grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. One sister Coni Weber. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by...

Hayward Gene Hall Jr. (aka HG Hall or Gene Hall or Bubba) 57, born March 08, 1963 in Zanesville, Ohio was granted his Angel wings in his home in Roseville, Ohio on August 5, 2020.   HG was the son of Patricia A Hall of White Cottage, Ohio and the late Hayward G Hall SR of Gainesville, Texas. He attended Maysville High School Class of 1981 and studied Diesel Technology in Nashville, TN. He continued his career as a certified electrician for the states of Texas and Ohio. He was an...

Nancy P. Willey, 90, of Zanesville, passed away at 7:08 p.m. Tue. August 4, 2020 at Genesis Hospice- Morrison House. She was born on March 16, 1930 in Zanesville, a daughter of the late Rollin and Beryl (Frum) Ball. She was a member of South Zanesville United Methodist Church. She is survived by five sons Dan Willey, Rick Willey, Jeff Willey, Kenny Willey, Roger Willey. One daughter Peggy Kildow. Eight grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Two sisters Nellie Clady and Edna...

Paul L. Robinson, 70, of Zanesville, passed away on Sunday August 2, 2020 at his home. He was born on April 28, 1950 in Zanesville, a son of the late Gailey and Helen (Settles) Robinson. He was formerly employed at Central Silica in Glass Rock. He was a United States Navy veteran and a member of the Calvary Bible Fellowship (Mennonite). He is survived by his wife Judy Robinson. One son Jason P. Robinson. Two grandchildren Cameron and Hunter Robinson. Two sisters Gail Sue Hammer and Rose...

Betty Jane Neptune (Miss Betty)  New Concord - Betty Jane Neptune (Prouty) was called home to the Lord on July 31, 2020 at Genesis Hospital, while in the presence of her family.  Betty was born in Zanesville, Ohio on June 29,1948. She is the daughter of the late John H & Leona E (Seaton) Prouty.  Betty was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She loved spending time with her sisters, her brother and sister in laws, and many wonderful friends. Her...

James “Jim” Stackhouse, 69, of South Zanesville, went to be with the Lord on July 29, 2020. He was born on August 11, 1950 in Zanesville, a son of the late James W. Stackhouse and Virginia Jane Lingle. Jim graduated from Maysville High School in 1968, where he enjoyed playing football. Jim was employed with Ohio Machinery, Shelly and Sands Company, and MacAllister Machinery in Indianapolis, Indiana where he retired after 17 years of service. Jim was a member of South Zanesville...

Jack A. Van Horn, 84, of Zanesville, Ohio, passed away on July 28, 2020. He was born to parents William and Betty Van Horn on November 11, 1935, in Dayton, Ohio. Jack served in the Korean Conflict and worked as a Missile Maintenance Manager at the Newark Air Force Base. He retired from the Base in 1990. In 1991, Jack was selected to receive the award as the Outstanding Missile Maintenance Manager for fiscal year 1990. Jack was an avid golfer and an accomplished organist. He was a...