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Arthur H. Johnstone Jr., 95 , of Clarkston, was resting comfortably, peacefully and listening to hymns and passed away Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022, at Riverview Residential Care in Clarkston. When asked when he was born, Art says with a grin, "On April 4, 1927, at 6:22 a.m. at the Brooklyn Hospital" to Elizabeth and Arthur H. Johnstone Sr. Arthur studied Brooklynese until the sixth grade and was Sewanhaka High School junior class president and Stanforth Principal Award recipient and was a member of the National Honor Society. He was also Ordinary Seaman in the Merchant Marines one summer to Egypt, India and Pakistan. He graduated from Muskingum College at New Concord, Ohio, and was sophomore class president. He also graduated from Pittsburg-Xenia Seminary, which is now known as Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. He served Presbyterian churches in Frankfort Springs and Service, Penn.; Canton, Ohio; Barberton, Ohio; Idaho Falls; and First Presbyterian Church of Clarkston, where there was a very active youth program. He and Martha Borton were married in Cleveland and they were later divorced. He moved to Clarkston in 1965, where he served as pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, where he still attended services regularly. He resigned that post in 1970 and went to work as a minister-at-large and presbytery moderator for several congregations. He was a member of the Presbytery of the Inland Northwest, based in Spokane. In 1970, he became a Real Estate Broker and was the first to receive the Million Dollar Sales Award in Asotin County. Henceforth, he supported himself by real estate alone and gave his ministerial services to many Idaho and Washington communities. He was a member of the Clarkston Rotary Club, where he served as president in 1991 and chairperson of its Salvation Army's Bell Ringing, during which time he rang the bell for 50 consecutive years. He also served as chairperson of the club's first outgoing student exchange. He served on the first board of Lewiston-Clarkston Partners Habitat for Humanity. As an original member of the steering committee for Habitat for Humanity, he raised and gave thousands. The Clarkston Boy's and Girl's Club also received a portion of donated land and Phyllis Charlo were married Jan. 4, 1997, in Clarkston and she passed away in 2009. In his younger years, he especially enjoyed hunting and one of his most recent hobbies was flying drones. As a world traveler, he toured dozens of countries while ever continuing to sell real estate. Among countries that he toured, were Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Denmark, Djibouti, Egypt, England, France, Germany, Greece, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Pakistan, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Sri Lanka, Turkey and Wales. Arthur is survived by his brother, Al (Sharon); his four children, Art III (Jan), Tim (Brenda), Anne (Alan) and Sam (Loretta); and his ten grandchildren, Jamie, Jesse (Amanda), Nicole, Josh (Andrea), Jessica, Beth (Chris), Alison (Chris), Courtney (Jorge), Crystal (Justin) and Joyce (David). He is also survived by his 17 great-grandchildren, Conner, Lewis, Kaydence, Brandyn, Reese, Connor, Mackenzie, Gabriel, Clara, Rowan, Brayden, Lucas, Justin, Paige, Saphira, Arya and Taylor. Additionally, he is survived by his nieces and nephews, Leann, Karen, Tom, Peter and Linda, and grandnieces, Gabriella and Leslie. When asked, "How are you?" Art's answer would be, "Thankful." 

Gerald Lynn (Jerry) Williams, 82, passed away on October 11, 2022 after a 16-month battle with myasthenia gravis, a rare neurological disease. He continued to surprise medical staff and caregivers with his tenacity of spirit and will to live. In the last week of life he contracted COVID and passed away peacefully with his wife of 55 years and his children by his bedside. Stories of Jerry-isms have provided his family with comfort and laughter throughout these challenging months. Jerry's car could never pass a garage sale, finding treasures in others' trash. He invented the side hustle before it was a thing and often recruited his unwitting family to join him. His children remember one particular Christmas when he pulled over and purchased an entire truckload of wreaths at a discount and immediately sent his children out in the neighborhood to sell them door to door at a profit that the kids kept. His children credit his schemes with instilling in them a strong work ethic, a fearlessness to fail and an inability to quit. Professionally, Jerry brought these traits to Tumpeer Chemical Company and Tumpeer Manufacturing of which he was President and CEO. Deeply invested in his chosen field, he was honored to serve as president with both the Chicago Rubber Group and the Wisconsin Rubber Group. Nationally, he was recognized for his 50+ years of affiliation with Manufacturers Agents National Association (MANA), his 25+ years of service by C.W. Brabender Instruments, Inc., a certificate of service from the Rubber Division of the American Chemical Society and with the Queens' Award for Enterprise for international trade. Jerry loved his college fiercely and lobbied tirelessly for his children and/or grandchildren to attend Muskingum University. His daughter accompanied him to campus when he spoke to chemistry students and received the distinguished alumni award for chemistry. Jerry earned an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh. A long suffering Chicago sports fan, Jerry cheered on his Bears and Cubbies with equal fervor and volume whether from the stadium or from his family room chair. He was active as a youth soccer coach with Palatine Park District and a Scout leader with Pack 335 (Palatine). An Eagle Scout with palms, he was immensely proud when his son earned the same honor. Jerry regularly volunteered with Pads Homeless Shelter. An avid golfer, Jerry considered a day on the links with friends a day well spent. He golfed four times the weekend before his unexpected illness. His years in leagues at Palatine Hills Golf Course and Makray Memorial Golf Club resulted in many dear friends who his family hopes he's playing with in heaven. His foursome traveled to Florida for the Bonita Springs Open, an excuse he concocted for a trip with friends. A part-time resident of Bonita Springs, Jerry loved to help the local economy by trying new restaurants. He loved enjoying a meal with his wife by the water, a perfect Rob Roy in hand. Jerry traveled extensively with his wife Wendy and loved to share stories of their adventures from riding camels in the shadow of the pyramids in Egypt to seeing fields of tulips in Amsterdam. Jerry is survived by his wife Wendy, son Michael Williams, daughters Ashley (Charles) Ellis and Carolyn (Daniel) English. He proudly bragged about his five grandsons to anyone with ears; Ian, Phinneas, and Angus Ellis; Benjamin and Tommy Williams. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents James (Jane) Williams and Coletta Burger, sister Donna Stiles and countless friends.

John F. MacMillan, 85, of Xenia, passed away Friday, October 14, 2022, at Xenia Health and Rehab. He was born May 29, 1937 at Springfield Community Hospital to John Rankin and Lenora Skinnell MacMillan. He was a member of Xenia United Presbyterian Church, where he was an elder. He also served as elder of the Presbyterian Church of Hillsboro and Cedarville United Presbyterian Church. He is survived by his wife Jeanette Harner MacMillan of 61 years, daughter, Linda Sue MacMillan Sharrett and son-in-law, Dr. Kevin Sharrett of Bowersville, grandchildren; Megan Sharrett Pike (Ben) of Sabina; Caleb Sharrett (Breannna) of Jamestown; Logan Sharrett (Ashley) of Bowersville, great-grandchildren; Kaden James, Cordelia Marie, and Chloe Ann Pike; Liam Parker, and Tinley Susann, Reed Clayton, and Luke Sharrett, sisters, Janet Sessions, Safety Harbor, Fla, and Judith Quiram (Dennis), Roanoke, Ill, sister-in-laws, Diane Harner, Cedarville, and Janet Harner Hartzell, Xenia. He was preceded in death by his parents, father and mother-in-law Tom and Lula Harner, sister, Jane Acri, brother-in-laws, Rev. Bill Harsin, James Sessions, Ronald Harner, and Pat Acri. He graduated from Cedarville High School, Muskingum College with a BS in Education and from Xavier University with a Masters in School Administration. He began his teaching career at Madison South High School of London, Ohio for four years; then to Cedarville High School for three years and to Greeneview Local Schools for 23 years where he was teacher, Administrative Assistant for two years and Superintendent of Schools for the last nine years. He was basketball coach for 15 years and his 1961 Madison South team was a state semifinalist and in 2013, he and his Madison South team were inducted into the Madison Plains (Madison South) Hall of Fame. After retiring from education he worked ten years for Clemens Nelson, and Associates out of Columbus and Cincinnati. In his retirement years he drove vehicles 12 years for Terry Tobey at Key Chrysler in Xenia. He was a past member of the Jamestown Lions Club, a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Springfield Lodge # 51, and past president of the Greene County Retired Teachers Association. He chaired and served on numerous church committees. He also chaired and served on the Eagles Way Homeowners Association Board. He played in the Senior Golf League at WGC, and Couples Golf Club at Locust Hills. He also played in two card clubs, the Cedarville and Xenia Card Clubs. He played in the couple's card club as well. He loved to fish with his buddies Steve, Tony, and Ron. John will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. 

Shirley R. Counselman, 91, of Tiffin, passed away at 8:46 a.m., Saturday, October 15, 2022 at Bridge Hospice Care Center in Bowling Green. Shirley was born December 23, 1930, in Toledo, to the late Wilmer and E. Ruth (Young) Markley. She married Donald R. Counselman on December 28, 1952 at Bethany Memorial Church and he preceded her in death on May 30, 2009. Survivors include her children, Randall (Sue) Counselman of Lake Geneva, WI, Ruth (James) Harnden of Brookfield, WI and Susan (Mark) Westphal of Bowling Green, nine grandchildren, Ginette (Corey) Mueller, Bethany (Robert) Schmelzer, Joseph Harnden, Matthew Harnden, Kathryn (David) Beyer, Nicholas (Karie) Westphal, Jason (Shellie) Lawrence, Alexis (David) Skoczyn and Travis (Jael) Lawrence and eleven great-grandchildren. Shirley worked as a home economics teacher at Riley Township in Clyde and later retired as an Elementary School Teacher for Tiffin City Schools. She was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Tiffin where she enjoyed signing in the choir and being an active member of the United Methodist Women. Shirley graduated from Bethany High School in West Virginia and later graduated from Muskingum College. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents and husband. 

Lucinda "Cindy" Jean Casey, age 80, of Bloomington, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on October 8, 2022. Born on September 3, 1942 in Hamburg, New York, Cindy was the daughter of Richard and Alma Jean Miller. Cindy earned her Bachelor's Degree from Muskingum University. She was fluent in French and Spanish, which she used while traveling alone through Europe for three months. After graduation, Cindy worked as a systems analyst at Mellon State Bank. She then attended Indiana University where she earned her Master's Degree and met her husband of 53 years, Paul Casey. Following her time at Indiana University, she served as Assistant Dean of Students at Waldorf College, and later was director of the Foster Grandparents Program in North Vernon, Indiana. Cindy worked for Ivy Tech Community College in Columbus for 33 years. Cindy started her career at Ivy Tech as Admissions Coordinator, assisted in development of the then emerging Bloomington Campus, and ended her career as Executive Director of Administration. Cindy enjoyed playing the clarinet in the Columbus City Band, and served on many civic boards throughout her many years in Columbus. She was selfless and giving of her time towards her community, church, and family. Cindy is survived by her husband, Paul Casey; son, Brian Casey (spouse Heavenly); daughter, Laura Cox (spouse Rick); grandsons, Mark and Logan Casey; step-grandson, Jaden Cox; brother, Willard Miller; sisters, Debbie Gabler, Melissa Miller, and Jennifer Keller-Miller. 

Donald LeRoy Gilbert, Sr., 85, passed away on Sept 29. He was born May 27, 1937 in Ridgway. Pa but was raised in Latrobe. A 1955 graduate of Latrobe High School and a 1959 graduate of Muskingum College in Ohio, he gained employment in advertising and public relations in various Pittsburgh firms. Having started magic at age twelve, he became a full time magician and moved to Ligonier in 1977. Working under the stage name, Dunaldo the Magician, he spent the remainder of his life performing magic for hundreds of organizations, private parties and corporate trade shows around the country and the world. A longtime member of Heritage United Methodist Church of Ligonier he served as usher and on a number of committees. In addition, he was a 48 year noble in F&AM Masonic Lodge 331 and Ceremonial Magician for the Syria Shrine of Pittsburgh. His personal interests included a love of antique cars, of which he had a number. He served as president of the Laurel Highlands Antique Automobile Club of America and was a charter member. He loved to travel and spent many weeks in his motor home and camping with good friends. He and his wife and family managed to visit all fifty states during their marriage. Cruising became a yearly event later in life. Don was a great husband and father and grandfather. He was able to follow his dream of providing for his family while entertaining thousands of adults and kids with his wonderful magic. All while remaining true to himself and a model for others. He will be greatly missed. Don was a lifetime member of The Society of American Magicians, International Brotherhood of Magicians, BPOE Elks and the American Legion, where he served as Past Commander. He is preceded in death by his parents, LeRoy Merl and Gladys Gilbert of Latrobe. He is survived by his wife, Dawn, of 51 years: son Donald Gilbert, Jr and granddaughter Estella: son David Gilbert and wife Sarah and granddaughters Eva, Lily and Anna: and sister Mildred and husband Robert Carlson of Arizona. 

Geraldine R. Nichols, 92, of Coshocton peacefully passed away at her home on Sunday October 2, 2022. She was born in Coshocton on August 13, 1930, to the late George D. and Grace S. (Randles) Fisher. Geraldine was a devoted member of The Presbyterian Church of Coshocton where she attended since 1939. She graduated from Conesville High School in the class of 1948, and then attended The Ohio State University for one year. Geraldine graduated from Muskingum University and began her teaching career in 1955 at Fresno Elementary School. Throughout her teaching career, she also taught at Conesville and Keene Elementary in Coshocton County and French Run Elementary in Columbus. In 1980-1981 she was a Jennings Scholar to Capital University in Columbus. After retiring from teaching in River View School District, she was employed as Historian in Roscoe Village from 1986-1990. From 1991-2000 she resided in Naples, Florida. Her affiliations included the Ohio Teachers Association, Coshocton County Retired Teachers Association, Coshocton Historical Club, and Coshocton County Genealogy Society. Family, friends, church, children, and teaching were the love of her life. Geraldine is survived by her son Jim (Terrie) Woodie; granddaughter Tricia (Troy) Balo; grandson Dusty (Michelle) Woodie; four great-grandsons Ethan, Wesley, and Riley Woodie and Zach Balo; one great-granddaughter Haley Balo; six nieces and eight nephews. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her four sisters, Wathena Krieder, Colleen Hammersley, Pauline Hootman and Patricia Saxton; three brothers, George Fisher, Dewey Fisher and infant brother, Vincent Fisher.

Annis E. Sauerbrey, 80, of Dresden, Ohio died Tuesday morning, September 27, 2022 in the emergency department of Genesis Hospital in Zanesville, Ohio. Born June 4, 1942 in Dresden she was a daughter of the late Francis and Marguerite (Howell) Lacy and was a 1960 graduate of Dresden Jefferson High School. Annis was also a graduate of Ohio Northern University where she received a bachelor's degree in education. In 1993 she received her master's degree in education from Muskingum University. Annis retired from Tri-Valley Schools where she taught seventh grade English for many years and later she taught fourth grade at Frazeysburg Elementary School. Prior to her teaching at Tri-Valley, she was Physical Education instructor at Ridgewood Schools and Coshocton Schools. Annis was a member of Dresden Presbyterian Church; the Jefferson Alumni Scholarship Committee and several area book clubs and quilt clubs. She loved travelling, watching sports and watching The Hallmark Channel. She received her most enjoyment when she was with her loving family. Annis especially enjoyed watching her grandsons running track and cross-country events. Surviving is one son, Wade (Letitia) Sauerbrey of Dresden; two daughters, Sara Elizabeth (Ken) Buch of Germantown, Maryland and Suzan (Perry) Harden of Findlay, Ohio and three grandsons, Caden Sauerbrey, Nathan Sauerbrey and Michael Harden. Also surviving are two sisters, Judy (Ronnie Hittle) Zimmer of Cambridge, Ohio and Dixie Lacy of Texas and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Annis was preceded in death by her loving husband of nearly 55 years, Wilbur H. Sauerbrey whom she married June 20, 1964 and who died May 12, 2019. 

It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Ned Spencer 68, of North Canton, formally of Duncan Falls on Oct 2nd, 2022.Ned was born on March 6th 1954, to Anna Mae (Long) Spencer and the late Charles J. Spencer. Ned was a 1972 Graduate of Philo High School and was a letterman in baseball, football, and basketball. He was a 1978 Graduate of Muskingum University, where he played college baseball. Following his passion for baseball, Ned played for the Junior and Senior Pioneers. Ned was inducted into the Muskingum Valley Old Timers Association Baseball Hall of fame in 1994. Ned went on to Coach Baseball for Philo High School. Ned retired after 34 years as a supervisor from Muskingum County Job and Family Services. Ned is survived by his wife Dorothy Armour Spencer of 22 years, his Mother Anna Mae Spencer, two daughters Brianne (Adam) Shook, Dalynne Spencer, one son Christian Cook and his Grandson Spencer Shook, as well as his fur baby Jag. He is preceded in death by his Father, Charles J. Spencer, his Grandparents Charles Oscar and Lucille Spencer and William and Gertrude Long. His dear friend and fishing buddy Jeff Bennett. The simplest pleasures in life brought him great joy. Ned loved his annual fishing trip to Canada, golfing, and spending time on his house boat at Atwood Lake, where many great friends and memories were made.

Helen {Rosenberg} Neely passed away early Thursday morning, September 29 at approximately 7:00 A.M. For the past five weeks, Helen was hospitalized with a weakened heart and an inoperable form of cancer. Helen was born in 1942 to Veronica and Max Rosenberg. She is survived by her family: brother, Dick Rosenberg (Cathy), and her nephew, Dan. The family wants to thank Helen's numerous friends from Ellet High School, Muskingum College, Springfield Public Schools, her book club, her bridge club and the Green Y. They were an important part of her life.

Elaine Goddard, 91, a resident of New Philadelphia, died September 30, 2022 at Park Village Southside following a period of declining health. Elaine was born in Flushing, Belmont County, OH on November 19, 1930, a daughter of the late Floyd H. and Luella (Arn) Whiston. Elaine was a graduate of Flushing High School Class of 1948, and attended Muskingum College in New Concord. She was a member of Broadway Global Methodist Church at New Philadelphia for more than 60 years. Music was Elaine's passion and she served as organist and pianist for her church for many years, as well as being a member of the Wesleyan Choir. She was the pianist for the gospel trio Glorybound, who sang their praises all over NE Ohio for almost 30 years. Elaine was also a former member of the Fortnightly Music Club. Elaine retired in 1998 from W. E. Quicksall and Associates in New Philadelphia after 19 years of service. She filled her retirement years with family activities, visiting friends in nursing homes as well as shut-ins and writing many notes of encouragement to those in need. Elaine was also an accomplished seamstress. In addition to her parents and husband, Harry, she was preceded in death by two brothers, David Lee Whiston and Donald Floyd Whiston; her sisters, Doris Schlanz and June Casto; and her grandson Ryan Storrie. She is survived by her children, Rod (Lynette) Beaber of North Canton, Rita (Mike) Storrie of Greer, SC, and Ben (Cathy) Beaber of Columbus; grandchildren, Kalina and Matthew Beaber, both of North Canton, Lauren (Jim) Story of Charleston, SC, Scott (Patricia) Beaber of Columbus and Erin (Matt) Sawka of Richfield, OH; step-children, Randy Goddard of New Philadelphia and Tracy Goddard of Midvale; step-granddaughters, Lori Laizure of New Philadelphia and Tracy (Bob) Russell of Dover; step-great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. 

Mary Shackleton Demling, 69, passed away on September 25th, 2022, surrounded by family, after a courageous 2 year battle with cancer. Born in Philadelphia, PA, Mary was the daughter of Allen and Rachel Shackleton. Her parents instilled in her a strong sense of family, a love of the outdoors, sports, and education. Mary attended Harriton High School in Rosemont, PA, and received her Bachelor's degree in Education from Muskingum University in New Concord, OH, where she was a member of the Delta Gamma Theta sorority. It was at Muskingum her life changed forever when she met John Demling in a chance encounter by the school pond. The couple were married 47 years at the time of her passing. After graduating college Mary moved to Glen Ellyn, IL to be closer to John. Here she began her career in education, teaching 2nd graders at Palisades Elementary School. When she became pregnant with her first son, Allen, she decided to take a leave from teaching to raise him, much to the sorrow of her students. Son Morgan and daughter Kara followed, and the family settled into the home Mary would spend the rest of her life in raising and educating her three children. When the kids grew up, moved out and graduated college, Mary returned to teaching, this time at Pilgrim Place and Rainbow Place preschool, finding great joy in helping to shape the early lives of her students. Mary had a large personality that made it almost impossible to ignore. She never met a stranger that she couldn't chat with, and she could make sure there would never be a lull in conversation. This infectious spirit led to many lifelong friendships that culminated in book groups, investing clubs, game nights, group travels, and more. Mary's love of education extended into her philanthropic endeavors, when she joined PEO, an organization dedicated to providing women with both financial and moral support to attend higher education. Besides the ability to help other women, PEO also led to many lifelong friendships that Mary kept up for decades. Mary kept herself busy with many personal pursuits and hobbies. She stayed active by walking, often with her dachshund Dolly in tow (and sometimes even pushed in a stroller). Her favorite spots were Lake Ellyn, Panfish Park, and the Morton Arboretum. In addition, she was a voracious reader, borrowing upwards of 5 books at a time from the library, often sending her favorites to her children to read. She was often glued to the TV when the Bears, Bulls, Cubs, or any of her children's alma maters played. One of her most joyous moments was the Chicago Cubs World Series win in 2016, propelling her into a full on dance of joy. Later in life Mary found great comfort in attending to her gardens and decorating her house as the seasons changed. Most of all Mary loved being with her family. Whether spring break trips with her grandkids, summer trips to their Wisconsin cottage, or Christmas with the extended family, nothing brought more joy to her than being with loved ones. Mary is survived by her husband, John W. Demling; son, Allen Demling; son, Morgan Demling and wife, Kelly Nesler; daughter, Kara Demling; grandchildren, Miah Nesler, Logan Holmes and Sam Demling; sister, Kay (Bill) Britton; and brother, Jim (Lynne) Shackleton; brother-in-law, Gordon Demling; and 9 nieces and nephews and their children. She is preceded in death by her parents, Allen Roy Shackleton and Rachel Harris Shackleton; her sister, Ann Harris Shackleton Cook.

Samuel Wherry Cunningham, age 95, of 76795 Valley Knoll Road, Flushing (Piedmont) died at 3:25 a.m. Saturday, September 17, 2022 in the Harrison County Home, Cadiz, Ohio where he had been a resident for thirteen months. He was born March 6, 1927 in Londonderry Township, Guernsey County, Ohio; a son of the late Lester Zellars Cunningham and Mary Margaret Tedrick Cunningham. Sam was the Salutatorian of the 1944 graduating class of Freeport High School. He attended Muskingum College in New Concord prior to induction into the United States Army and served in the occupation forces in Germany. He was discharged in November of 1946. He graduated from Ohio State University in Columbus in 1949 with a degree in agriculture. Sam was a dairy farmer most of his lifetime and was a member of the Ohio Jersey Breeders Association for many years. His passion for farming and agricultural education and legislation was evident by his involvement with agricultural organizations. He was a member of the Harrison County Farm Bureau where he was inducted into the Farm Bureau Hall of Fame and was also inducted into the Harrison County Soil and Water Conservation District Hall of Fame. He served as a member on the Harrison County CIC Board for several years. He was on the school boards of Lakeland Local School District and Harrison Hills City School District. He also was a rural mail carrier for Flushing Route 1 for thirteen years. The Nottingham Presbyterian Church was a major part of his life. He was a member, an elder, and a trustee and also involved with the Muskingum Valley Presbytery. Sam was also a member of the Moorefield Township Volunteer Fire Department where he served as treasurer for many years. On June 25, 1949 in the Antrim Presbyterian Church, he married to Margaret Lois Caldwell Cunningham. She died March 13, 2017. Sam was also survived by two sons, Philip L. (Sue) Cunningham of Prospect and David M. (Barb) of Flushing; three grandchildren, Trish Levering of Richwood, Danielle (Ryan) Barr of Lewisburg, and Sam (Renae) Cunningham of New Concord; and five great-grandchildren, Shad Cunningham, Ella Cunningham, Paul Cunningham, Ben Cunningham, and Blair Levering. 

Mary Beth Christman, 69, passed away on September 15, 2022. She was born in Columbus, Ohio on November 8, 1952 and was raised in London, Ohio. Mary Beth attended both Muskingum College and Ohio State University before earning her degree from Ohio University. Mary Beth devoted her life to raising her family. She had an artistic side and enjoyed making crafts for her home and others. She struggled with health issues for a number of years and is thankfully now at peace, reunited with her parents, Thomas and Winona Slattery. She will be dearly missed by her daughters, Jennifer Christman and Julia Christman; sister, Diedra Lenhart; aunt, Helen Norris; and several grandchildren and extended relatives. 

Elizabeth Whitehouse Perdue, always known as Kay, 78, a resident of Orlando of 44 years passed away peacefully on September 5th, 2022. She was born in Vermillion, South Dakota at Ellsworth Airforce Base to Wesley C. Whitehouse (US Air Force) and Hazel Bradford Whitehouse. Kay graduated from Muskingum University and earned a master's in education at the University of Pittsburgh. She was married to Henry Fred Perdue and worked as a high school teacher in between raising her children. Prior to retiring, she taught computer networking at Seminole Community College for 5 years. Kay was an active member of the local recovery community for many years, a wonderful mother, friend and sponsor to many and this January 10, 2023 would have celebrated 40 years as a Friend of Bill W. Kay is survived by two children, Kurt Robbins (Orlando, FL) and Vicki Hawhee (Indian Rocks Beach, FL), and 4 grandchildren, Austin, Lauren, Jessica and Spencer. 

Dianne Munt, age 88, passed away at home on Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022. Dianne was born in Mt. Pleasant, MI and later moved down to Birmingham, MI. Dianne graduated from Muskingum College in New Concord, OH, majoring in secondary education. After college, she taught in Alpena and Grand Rapids before settling down in Ann Arbor, MI teaching middle school there. While on sabbatical, she found her husband, Dick in California and brought him back to Ann Arbor. Dianne and Dick shared many recreational activities together, most notably sailing, skiing, running and bicycling. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Richard (Dick) W. Munt; brother, Kent Rathbun; brother-in-law, Joseph Hill; and several cousins.

Esther Lou Jones, age 97, of Zanesville passed to the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on September 18, 2022. Esther was born to Merrill and Mary (Vickers) Cox in the Cox Family Farmhouse near Trinway where she spent her childhood on the farm. She graduated from Jefferson High School in Dresden, OH, attended Asbury College in Kentucky, and graduated from Muskingum University with a Bachelor of Science in Education. She began her teaching career at Chandlersville Elementary in Chandlersville, OH where she lived with her loving husband and children. She continued her career in education in the Zanesville City Schools at Wilson Elementary until her retirement in 1990 after 30 years of service. Our beloved mother and grandmother was very healthy and active well into her 90's as she worked out at the gym three days a week, enjoyed time with friends and would faithfully visit those in assisted living and health care facilities. Esther was also an active member of Central Trinity United Methodist Church of Zanesville since 1973. Esther is survived by her children: Carolyn (Rick) Searls of Taylors, SC, Phillip (Janet Jones) of Mount Vernon, OH, David Jones of Thornville, OH, Kathy (Bill) Godwin of Zanesville, OH, and Jeff (Robin) Jones of Leesburg, VA. Also surviving are a brother, Lloyd Cox of Fort Meyers, FL, eight grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband, Clement Jones, Jr.; grandsons: Todd Godwin, Brian Jones and Brent Jones; granddaughter Amy Jones; a daughter-in law Linda Jones; and siblings: Forest Cox, Max Cox and Gertrude Chaney. The family wishes to thank Hospice of Central Ohio for their compassionate care of Esther, as well as their encouragement and support of those family members who cared for her. 

Janice Lee Hoffmann (Neill) of Plum passed away peacefully from complications of a stroke on September 22, 2022, at the age of 81. Jan was born in Baldwin, PA on April 27, 1941, daughter of the late Martha J. Neill (Miller) and Everett H. Neill, Sr. Jan grew up in Baldwin, PA and graduated from Baldwin High School in 1959. She went on to graduate from Muskingum (College) University in 1963 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Work. Jan met her husband Clarence A. Hoffmann, Jr. on a blind date at Muskingum in 1960. Clarence was a year younger than Jan and had to ask an upper classman to a school dance. They married on June 13, 1964, and soon after moved to Wheeling, WV where Jan worked as a social worker until the birth of their first child, Stacy. The family eventually settled in Plum where son Tod and daughter Shea were born. As a stay-at-home mom Jan took her children to their many activities and became involved in the community, becoming president of the East Plum Women's Club. Jan studied dance as a child and passed on that love of dance to her two daughters, Stacy and Shea. She nurtured both of them on to full college performing group scholarships. Jan also worked for Giant Eagle for many years as a claims secretary. She was an avid bridge player, making many friends and playing several days per week in many different bridge groups. She was a collector of bells and dolls and in her later years she enjoyed car rides with Clarence where they visited estate sales and flea markets. They often took weekend trips to visit friends and family. Jan always had a quick smile and kind words to all she came in contact with, making many friends throughout all her years. Friends and family say she was "just a sweetheart". Jan was preceded in death by her parents, along with brother Everett H. Neill, Jr. and sister-in-law Paula L. Neill (Prince)She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Clarence, of Plum and three children, Stacy (Peter) Sylvester, Tod (Kara) Hoffmann and Shea (Jim) Murtaugh, and her two grandsons, Garrett Sylvester and Tyler Hoffmann. She is further survived by her sisters-in-law Lynn (the late Bruce) Heckel and Marcia (Robert) Chocinsky, and nieces and nephew, Terri, Dawn, Robert and their families. Affectionately known as Jannie, she is further survived by numerous cousins within her mother's family.

Samuel Wherry Cunningham, age 95, of 76795 Valley Knoll Road, Flushing (Piedmont) died at 3:25 a.m. Saturday, September 17, 2022 in the Harrison County Home, Cadiz, Ohio where he had been a resident for thirteen months. He was born March 6, 1927 in Londonderry Township, Guernsey County, Ohio; a son of the late Lester Zellars Cunningham and Mary Margaret Tedrick Cunningham. Sam was the Salutatorian of the 1944 graduating class of Freeport High School. He attended Muskingum College in New Concord prior to induction into the United States Army and served in the occupation forces in Germany. He was discharged in November of 1946. He graduated from Ohio State University in Columbus in 1949 with a degree in agriculture. Sam was a dairy farmer most of his lifetime and was a member of the Ohio Jersey Breeders Association for many years. His passion for farming and agricultural education and legislation was evident by his involvement with agricultural organizations. He was a member of the Harrison County Farm Bureau where he was inducted into the Farm Bureau Hall of Fame and was also inducted into the Harrison County Soil and Water Conservation District Hall of Fame. He served as a member on the Harrison County CIC Board for several years. He was on the school boards of Lakeland Local School District and Harrison Hills City School District. He also was a rural mail carrier for Flushing Route 1 for thirteen years. The Nottingham Presbyterian Church was a major part of his life. He was a member, an elder, and a trustee and also involved with the Muskingum Valley Presbytery. Sam was also a member of the Moorefield Township Volunteer Fire Department where he served as treasurer for many years. On June 25, 1949 in the Antrim Presbyterian Church, he married to Margaret Lois Caldwell Cunningham. She died March 13, 2017. Sam was also survived by two sons, Philip L. (Sue) Cunningham of Prospect and David M. (Barb) of Flushing; three grandchildren, Trish Levering of Richwood, Danielle (Ryan) Barr of Lewisburg, and Sam (Renae) Cunningham of New Concord; and five great-grandchildren, Shad Cunningham, Ella Cunningham, Paul Cunningham, Ben Cunningham, and Blair Levering. 

Mary Beth Christman, 69, passed away on September 15, 2022. She was born in Columbus, Ohio on November 8, 1952 and was raised in London, Ohio. Mary Beth attended both Muskingum College and Ohio State University before earning her degree from Ohio University. Mary Beth devoted her life to raising her family. She had an artistic side and enjoyed making crafts for her home and others. She struggled with health issues for a number of years and is thankfully now at peace, reunited with her parents, Thomas and Winona Slattery. She will be dearly missed by her daughters, Jennifer Christman and Julia Christman; sister, Diedra Lenhart; aunt, Helen Norris; and several grandchildren and extended relatives.

Willard Rae Mills, Jr., 69, of Wintersville, OH, passed away January 4, 2019 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville.

He was born November 21, 1949 in Steubenville, OH, a son of the late Willard R. Mills, Sr. and Virginia (Lassiter) Mills.

Willard was a member of the Covenant Presbyterian Church.

He was an avid follower of Steubenville Big Red and the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Willard was a devoted family man. He was a teacher, coach, and funeral director.

Willard is survived by his loving wife, Kathy Mills of Wintersville, OH; sons, Bryan (Katie) Mills of Steubenville, OH; daughters, Lisa (Steve) Jolly of Mason, OH, Tiffany Pierro of Steubenville, OH, Jennifer (Todd) Blackburn of Wintersville, OH, and Kristen Mills of Fairborn, OH; sister, Peggy Stout of Pittsburgh, PA; 9 grandchildren, Jessica and Matthew Jolly, Michael and Mia Pierro, Cooper and Nolan Blackburn, Dugan, Carmen, and Mae Mills.

William L. Kelly, Ph.D. (1962), son of Donald Wayne and Gertrude Campbell Kelly (1933) passed away September 8, 2022.  In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by dear wife Carol J. (Saurer) Kelly (1963), who passed away in July 2019. Throughout his career, Bill was known as a leader, innovator and pioneer in polymer technology applications across many industries.  These engagements included several benchmark patents registered. With personal interests spanning organic gardening, culinary arts, woodworking, wine, music, philosophy, theology, science and Information Technology, Bill was a lifelong student of “everything”, an avid hobbyist and entrepreneur, and enjoyed a good debate as well as a good prank.

Carol spent her career in education, staying busy teaching remedial reading and French while raising three children. A lifelong Francophile, Carol loved her numerous trips to France and treasured her visits and correspondence with several lifelong friends in France. While a debilitating stroke ended her ability to work at age 48, Carol remained active in church and social life, and greatly enjoyed her church missions work, including regular mission trips to Columbus to teach English to refugees.

Bill and Carol are survived by children, Patrick (Sheila), Christopher (Stacie), and Kara (Philip), brother Lewis (1965 / Linda McConagha, 1966), sister, Lenna Kelly (Ken) Calairi (1972), and brothers Gilbert Saurer, James (Delores) Saurer, and Philip (Judy) Saurer).

William L. Kelly, Ph.D. (1962), son of Donald Wayne and Gertrude Campbell Kelly (1933) passed away September 8, 2022.  In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by dear wife Carol J. (Saurer) Kelly (1963), who passed away in July 2019. Throughout his career, Bill was known as a leader, innovator and pioneer in polymer technology applications across many industries.  These engagements included several benchmark patents registered. With personal interests spanning organic gardening, culinary arts, woodworking, wine, music, philosophy, theology, science and Information Technology, Bill was a lifelong student of “everything”, an avid hobbyist and entrepreneur, and enjoyed a good debate as well as a good prank.

Carol spent her career in education, staying busy teaching remedial reading and French while raising three children. A lifelong Francophile, Carol loved her numerous trips to France and treasured her visits and correspondence with several lifelong friends in France. While a debilitating stroke ended her ability to work at age 48, Carol remained active in church and social life, and greatly enjoyed her church missions work, including regular mission trips to Columbus to teach English to refugees.

Bill and Carol are survived by children, Patrick (Sheila), Christopher (Stacie), and Kara (Philip), brother Lewis (1965 / Linda McConagha, 1966), sister, Lenna Kelly (Ken) Calairi (1972), and brothers Gilbert Saurer, James (Delores) Saurer, and Philip (Judy) Saurer)

Paul L. "Pete" Taylor, 80, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at the Ashtabula County Nursing Home, surrounded by family.

He was born on September 9, 1940, in Bellaire, Ohio the son of Loring Paul Taylor and Helen Cale Taylor. Pete graduated from Muskingum University after receiving a bachelor's degree in Sociology. Pete resided in Conneaut since 1966, after residing in the Dayton area in his younger years. He retired from R.W. Sidley, where he worked in sales.

Pete was a Member of the Conneaut Elk's Lodge #256, Moose Lodge #472 and the Evergreen F&A Masonic Lodge #222, where he was a 32nd Degree Mason.

Pete enjoyed taking his street rods to area car shows. Along with his wife Peggy, they enjoyed rescuing Bassett Hounds and wintering in Florida. He also enjoyed playing a round of golf and rooting for the Florida Seminoles and the Cleveland Indians and Browns.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Margaret E. "Peggy" Taylor, whom he married on November 30, 1974 in East Springfield, Pennsylvania; children, Lynn L. Rebera, Loring Paul "Buzz" Taylor, II and Myles H. (Tina) Taylor,  Scott W. (Brook) Altier, Timothy A. (Julie) Altier, and Todd M. (Robin) Altier; grandchildren, Alexis and Spencer Altier, Alex and Buzzy Taylor, Tony and Justin Santiago, Ethan Taylor, Aidan and Nolan Altier; and a great-grandson, Finn.

Pete was preceded in death by his parents; and his first wife, Karen Horton Taylor.
 

Former Ohio resident Barbara Kay Jerman, 79 passed away at home August 24, 2022 after a long battle with cancer.

At her request, there will be no visitation, ceremony or memorial service. A private burial will be held by family at Greenlawn Cemetery in Johnstown, Ohio.

Barb was born December 28, 1942 in Dover Ohio to Otto and Hazel Walker. She graduated Sandusky High School and went on to get an education degree from Muskingham College. she taught in both the Sandusky school system as well as Worthington school system. Her favorite age to teach were her 3rd grade students.

She married her high school sweetheart, Dan Jerman, on August 20, 1966 and lived in Columbus Ohio throughout their whole married life. Her favorite activity was gardening and always had such beautiful gardens each year. She also loved her cats, bird watching and watching nature.

She moved to Middleton, Wi. in 2018 to be closer to her niece and family.

Barb was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Dan and sister, Carolyn Bracy.

She is survived by her niece, Deb (Buzz) Menz, nephew Kevin ( Deborah) Bracy, grand niece Celia (Matt) Parsons, grand nephew Nathan Menz and great great niece and nephew Abby and Charlie Parsons.

Anna Marie McLain Crim, 93, until recently, a lifelong resident of Bergholz, Ohio, passed away August 15, 2022, after a long, happy and healthy life. She was born June 30, 1929, to the late Roy and Martha McLain in the family farmhouse in Hammondsville, Ohio. She was the only baby girl born in the home since its establishment in 1831. Her birth was a celebration for all, and she immediately became Daddy's little girl. She was raised on the beloved 400 acre farm and loved every second of it with her cherished family. She never met an animal she did not adore. Anna Marie (also affectionately known as Anna, Annie or Mac) was a member of the last class to graduate from the former Bergholz High School in 1947. She was a 1951 graduate of Muskingum College where she was a proud member of the F.A.D. sorority. She and her sorority sisters reunited in 1981 and continued to meet every year until 2020. Her grandmother began teaching her how to sew at the age of three. Anna Marie took her love of sewing and majored in Home Economics where she perfected her exquisite sewing skills. She enjoyed making window treatments. business suits and wedding gowns for her daughters. She was creative and a perfectionist. Anna Marie married the love of her life, George Crim I, on July 10, 1951. They were married 54 years before his death in 2005. They raised four children in Bergholz, spending time at their Florida condo and traveled extensively. She loved to garden and mow her four-acre yard on her John Deere tractor. Anna Marie was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution for sixty years, Daughters of the War of 1812, American Sewing Guild and Bergholz Trinity United Presbyterian Church. She was a founding member and first President of the Bergholz Junior Women's Club where she held numerous offices. She was a substitute teacher for many years at the former Springfield High School in Bergholz. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers and their wives Myron and Janet McLain and Homer and Eileen McLain, 2 nephews and many, many friends. Anna Marie is survived by her children Connie (Tom) Syron of Dublin, Mindy (Al) Valko of Powell, Amy (John) Macko of Whitehouse, George (Paula) Crim II of Steubenville. She leaves behind her treasured 10 grandchildren, two step grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, two nieces and one nephew. She was a devoted daughter, adored sister, loving wife and a fantastic mother and grandmother and a wonderful friend. Annie deeply loved her family and will be sorely missed. 

John D. (Jack) Conley, age 91 of Kettering, passed away Monday, August 15, 2022 with family by his side. Jack was born on May 14, 1931 in Pittsburgh, PA. to the late Winifred and Dale Conley. He is preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Joanne W. Conley. Jack was also preceded in death by his twin sister, Joanne Alwine. He is survived by his two daughters, Linda (Jeff) Seitter of Kettering and Pam Conley of Indianapolis; two grandchildren, Mark (Lily) Seitter and Kim (Mark) Cridge; two great-grandsons, Daniel and Henry Seitter; and a great-granddaughter, Emma Cridge; as well as several nieces and nephews. Jack graduated from Muskingum College in 1953 with a BS degree in business. He proudly served in the U.S. Army for two years before becoming a salesman for Dun & Bradstreet in Springfield, Ohio. Over his 32 years with the company, he served as a sales manager in the Dayton and Cincinnati areas. He retired from Dun & Bradstreet in 1987 and became a salesman for Ad Products of Dayton until he retired again at the age of 89. Jack was an active member and usher at Christ United Methodist Church. He was an avid University of Dayton basketball fan, attending almost every home game for the past fifty years. He was also a dedicated follower of both the Bengals and Ohio State Football. However, he was the happiest when vacationing on the beaches of Florida with his family, preferably with a fishing pole in hand. Jack was a loving husband and dedicated father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He always put his family first. He was an incredible role model and mentor to many. He will be solely missed by his family and friends.

John D. (Jack) Conley, age 91 of Kettering, passed away Monday, August 15, 2022 with family by his side. Jack was born on May 14, 1931 in Pittsburgh, PA. to the late Winifred and Dale Conley. He is preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Joanne W. Conley. Jack was also preceded in death by his twin sister, Joanne Alwine. He is survived by his two daughters, Linda (Jeff) Seitter of Kettering and Pam Conley of Indianapolis; two grandchildren, Mark (Lily) Seitter and Kim (Mark) Cridge; two great-grandsons, Daniel and Henry Seitter; and a great-granddaughter, Emma Cridge; as well as several nieces and nephews. Jack graduated from Muskingum College in 1953 with a BS degree in business. He proudly served in the U.S. Army for two years before becoming a salesman for Dun & Bradstreet in Springfield, Ohio. Over his 32 years with the company, he served as a sales manager in the Dayton and Cincinnati areas. He retired from Dun & Bradstreet in 1987 and became a salesman for Ad Products of Dayton until he retired again at the age of 89. Jack was an active member and usher at Christ United Methodist Church. He was an avid University of Dayton basketball fan, attending almost every home game for the past fifty years. He was also a dedicated follower of both the Bengals and Ohio State Football. However, he was the happiest when vacationing on the beaches of Florida with his family, preferably with a fishing pole in hand. Jack was a loving husband and dedicated father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He always put his family first. He was an incredible role model and mentor to many. He will be solely missed by his family and friends.

Helen Vallette (Towle) Richey, 96 of Norwich, Ohio passed away peacefully on August 24, 2022 at Astoria Place of Cambridge.

Helen was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on December 27, 1925. She is the daughter of the late Thomas Stevens and Ruth K. (Harrison) Towle.

Helen was a 1948 graduate of Muskingum College and she was involved with education for over fifty years. She taught health and physical education at the Muskingum College. She also substituted for many years for the East Muskingum school district and she also served as school marm at West Union one-room School. She was a member of the College Drive Presbyterian Church, where she served as an elder, she was a Sunday School teacher, she performed with the handbell choir, as well as various other committees at the church. She was a member of the Mother’s Club I, New Concord Friends of Library, a member of the Friendship Quilt Guild, she served as a board member for Eastside Community Ministry, and was a member of the Willing Worker’s club.

Helen’s remaining family is Martha and Jerry Pollock, Robert and Brittany Pollock, and her special friends of Mother’s Club I.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, George W. Richey, who passed away on February 4, 2019.

A Memorial Service will be held at the College Drive Presbyterian Church at 11:30 AM on August 27, 2022. A private graveside service will be held where she will be laid to rest beside her husband.

Mary Ruth Riley “Ruth”, age 92 of Santa Clara, California passed away peacefully on July 22, 2022. She was born March 12, 1930 at home in Alliance, Ohio to the late Sadie and Earl Antram, the second of four children.

She received a BS in Education from Muskingum College, Ohio in 1952. In 1955, she married George Riley at Dellroy, (Ohio) Presbyterian Church. She was a mother of 4 boys. The boys not only learned the outside chores with Dad.  But they also learned the domestic chores from Mom such as cooking and cleaning. After raising her four sons she worked in sales support at high tech companies for 15 years in silicon valley.

She was an active member in a number of churches including Grace United Methodist and Sunnyvale First United Methodist Church (FUMC). She was involved in the United Methodist Women (UMW) groups as a member, leader, and a Bible Study facilitator. At FUMC she was also involved in the craft group. That made items for a holiday fair each year to raise money to support missions. She usually made a quilt and some needle craft for auction at the fair.

She also loved to travel, taking 23+ tour trips over 18 years to far-flung destinations including . She took 23 tour trips in 18 years.  They were in the United States and many other countries including Turkey, South America, Africa, and Australia. 

Besides traveling, she was a very social person, enjoying family and community get-togethers and especially playing games such as canasta and parcheesi. She also has enjoyed doing crafts especially needle work like quilting, cross stitch, and crocheting.  She made quilts for all of her sons and grandchildren and she had a special love for doing jigsaw puzzles. 

Throughout her life she has spent her time and energy trying to impact other lives for the better.  This included being a teacher, helping with little league, high school band boosters, volunteering with Friends Outside, and helping with grief counseling for widows.

She was predeceased by her parents, one older sister, Elizabeth, and a set of younger twin siblings, Alma and Albert, her husband George, a grandchild, Jason.  She is survived by 4 children, 7 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren.

James Robb DALRYMPLE, age 76, of St. Louis, Missouri passed away peacefully on Monday, August 8, 2022. James was born March 11, 1946.

Jim is survived by his wife Charlene (nee Pettyjohn), his sister Jane Hornyak, children Brent, Kristen and Debra and grandchildren Austin, Nolan, Greer, Conor and Evan.

Born and raised in Adena, OH, as a boy Jim wore the grass around the hoop bare and knocked the siding off the house shooting baskets and throwing tennis balls. He was an avid Cleveland sports fan, remaining loyal despite years of disappointment. Led by sharp-shooting Jim, Adena High had their own “Hoosiers” season in 1963 as they knocked out schools 3 and 4 times their size. Jim stayed close to home and played basketball at Muskingum College where he met the love of his life, Charlene. Hearing of another suitor, Jim asked Charlene to make a choice, and she chose well.

Jim’s corporate career, with family in tow, led him westward from New York City to Cleveland to Pittsburgh and finally to St. Louis where they raised the family, and he spent the bulk of his life. He was a coach to his kids when asked and if not, was their biggest fan. With a son starting college, two daughters at Kirkwood High School and while most his age were thinking of a gold watch, Jim and Charlene risked it all to start a tour business. Due in equal parts to her planning and his determination, the business was a success. Together they poured their hearts into each tour for their many loyal travelers, which always featured a heavy dose of Jim's humor.

He was talented but humble, funny, and quick witted but never profane and never sought attention. He was not impressed with pedigree or braggarts. He was a small-town boy that traveled the world, a jock and whiz at wordplay who dabbled in poetry to the delight of his children when Santa wrote at Christmas. He visited every state in the US and dozens of countries, but his idea of a perfect night was a wrestle with the grandkids followed by a bowl of popcorn and a promising Cleveland rookie pitcher on the mound.

A loving husband and devoted father, he will bring smiles and be loved always.

Emerson Glenn Arnold of Cambridge passed away Friday, February 25, 2022. He was born on July 5, 1933 to the late Emerson Roosevelt and Mary Margaret (Bear-Breen) Arnold of Middlebourne and later Fairview. Glenn graduated from Old Washington High School in 1951 and Muskingum College in 1955. Upon graduating College, he married Patricia (Pattie) Daniel on July 31, 1955 and shortly after he began his service in the U.S. Army at Fort Reilly Kansas. After returning home from the Military, he continued to work with family at the Home Telephone Company and thus retiring in 1993 from the Alltel Telephone Company. Glenn was a member of the Ninth Street United Methodist Church. He was a Rotarian, serving as President in four clubs. He was a member and Past President of the Pennyroyal Ruritan Club. Those who knew Glenn know that he had an extensive Masonic history. He was a member of Kirkwood Lodge #446 (serving as District Deputy Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Ohio for the 23rd Masonic District, Past President and secretary of the Past Masters Association of the 23rd Masonic District), Cambridge Chapter #53 RAM, Guernsey Council #74 R&SM, Cambridge Commandery #47 and Allenby Commandery #73 KT of OH, Ohio Priory #18 Knight York Cross of Hounor, Valley of Cambridge A.A.S.R. and received the honorary 33rd on September 27, 1988 plus served as their Executive Secretary. He also belonged to many other masonic organizations He is preceded in death by his parents and Brother Howard Arnold. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years Patricia, daughters Cynthia (Richard) Griffith Charlotte (Keith) Kolke and Charlene (Bryan) Panovich. Grandsons Dan Arnold, Kevin (Sara) Arnold, Cooper (Britlee) Kolke, Curtis and Clayton Kolke, Connor (Mackenzie) and Brennon Panovich. Great Grandsons Kevin and Forrest Arnold. Sister in-laws Darcy (Cabot) Lodge and Bertha Arnold.

Donald I. Burch peacefully went to Heaven on Monday, May 4, 2020 after a brave battle with cancer.  Don was born on February 26, 1945 in Bloomington, IN. 

He graduated from Cambridge High School in 1963 where he was the co-captain of the basketball, baseball, and football teams, and served as quarterback.  Don also played legion baseball for many years.  He attended Muskingum College, where he also played baseball, and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Education in 1967.  He earned a Master’s degree in Education, and his Principal Certificate from Akron University in 1969.

Don was an educator, a coach, and a principal at East Muskingum schools for many years.  He spent most of his years as the Principal at Stormont Elementary.  He loved his students, and athletes, very much, and he dedicated much of his life to local school districts.  Don was also known as the official Bobcat cheerleader camera man from 1986-1990.

Don was preceded in death by his parents William and Oneta Burch; niece Carrie Burch and his beloved dogs Brittany and Chipper.

Surviving are his daughters Lisa D. (Mark) Johnson of Baltimore and Susan D. (Robert) Jeffries of Cambridge; grandchildren Erica S. (fiancé Phillip McCracken) Howe, Jacob A. Howe all of Pickerington, and Emily L. Jeffries of Pittsburgh, PA; brother Larry (Cookie) Burch of SC; nephew Brian Burch of SC; niece Megan Johnson of Cincinnati; mother of his daughters Karen S. (Patterson) Kushen; as well as many friends, co-workers, and neighbors. 

Janet McDowell Miller of Steubenville, Ohio, and Chautauqua, NY, passed away on July 25, 2022. Born on August 31, 1925 in Steubenville to the late John and Marjorie McDowell, Janet graduated from Steubenville Big Red (1943), then earned a BA in Music Education (1947) from Muskingum College. She had been living at the Absolut Care nursing facility in Westfield, NY at the time of her death. Until recently, Janet spent every summer at Chautauqua Institution, dating back to the late 1950's. In 1951 she married her beloved husband Andrew "Andy" William Miller, who predeceased her in 2001. Janet had a storied and varied life in music. She served as organist and choir director of the First United Presbyterian and Westminster churches in Steubenville. She was the music director for numerous musicals produced by the Steubenville Players and also performed as the accompanist on both piano and organ for the Civic Choral Society where, along with working alongside wonderful musicians and singers, she relished the opportunity of making music with Dave Brubeck on numerous occasions. Janet was an active member of her cherished Chautauqua Motet Choir's alto section from the mid-1970's through 2018. She played organ and piano for various Chautauqua concerts and programs including the Hall of Philosophy Vespers Service and Hebrew Services in Hurlbut Church, as well as for performances in the Hall of Christ and the Amphitheater. She frequently served as Jared Jacobsen's renowned "paginator" for Sunday services in the Amp. She taught music in the Steubenville public schools for many years while also providing private piano lessons for local budding musicians. Janet was the endlessly devoted and loving mother of four sons: Douglas Andrew (Carol Ramsey) of Los Angeles, Gregory John (Bijou Clinger) of New York City, Jeffrey Richard (Karin Burkhart) of Pittsburgh, PA, and Daniel McDowell (Leslie Webb) of Phoenix, MD. She is survived by ten treasured grandchildren: Nathaniel, Maren, Katharine, Graham, Sara, Samuel, Juliet, Solon, Elijah and Paige, plus three great-grandchildren: Aida, Alma and Zora. She is also survived by her dear brother-in-law William Rhinehart, husband of her late and adored sister Mary, as well as their six children whom Janet held so very dear to her heart. Janet's husband of 49 years, Andy, the former Mayor of Steubenville (1960-70), was the love of her life. Janet was an avid lover of music, all things Chautauqua, and gatherings of friends. But together with Andy she placed family above all else. Janet will be remembered for her kindness, witty sense of humor, friendly and gentle demeanor, beauty, giving nature and propensity for welcoming all the more the merrier into her homes and into her life. 

Maurice Robert "Bob" Holman, 55, of Westerville, passed away on July 18, 2022. Raised in Newark, Ohio in a family of five, he attended Muskingum University, where he played football and studied biology. Most importantly, it was here that he met his college sweetheart, Tawnya (nee Bowdish), whom he married in 1991. Bob went on to become an educator, teaching in Westerville City Schools before eventually starting his own educational consulting company. Bob was a passionate individual with an unending interest in the world around him. He loved to watch movies, go fishing, support the Buckeyes and the Browns, travel, play Dungeons and Dragons, cook and try new foods, read, solve puzzles, and enjoy Sunday tennis and board games with his family. Bob lived a life full of gratitude and happiness, and appreciated the beauty of the everyday. He loved his wife and children and made it his lifes work to care for them. He is survived by his wife and true love, Tawnya, his daughter, Rylee (Zac) Snively, daughters, Logan and Darby Holman, and son, Jakob Holman. In addition to his wife and children, Bob is survived by his parents, Carl and Brenda (nee Woolley) Holman, brother, Thomas and sister, Debra (Sarah) Holman, parents-in-law, Will and Sally (nee Marron) Bowdish, sisters-in-law, Tracy Jados, Lisa Andrews, and Julie (Kurt) Kruger, and brother-in-law, Justin (Aubrey) Bowdish. 

William Dow "Bill" Mrukowski, 53, of Hilliard, Ohio, passed away on May 8, 2022. He was born in Norwalk, Ohio on Oct. 23, 1968, to William and Linda (Nelson) Mrukowski. Bill was a member of Worthington High School class of 1987. He graduated from Muskingum University with a business degree in 1991 where he was a member of the men's soccer team. In 1995, he married Tina Marie Brookman of Lima and the two shared 26 years of marriage. They have a daughter, Marissa Lynn Mrukowski, and raised her in Hilliard. Bill started his career in the mulch business working for GSO America before becoming a successful small business owner with Comfort Keepers of Hilliard for 19 years. He especially enjoyed family beach vacations, spending summers in Vermilion on Lake Erie where he loved to jetski and fish, and his annual Michigan trip with his high school buddies. He took great pride in taking care of his yard and loved planting flowers. He is survived by his loving wife Tina; beloved daughter Marissa; dear mother Linda Mrukowski (Dick Reidenbach), brother Jay (Ellen) Mrukowski; sister-in-law Cheryl (Ted) Kaser; brothers-in-law Tim (Theresa) and Dale (Lori) Brookman; nieces and nephews Meredith, Claire and Troy Mrukowski; Stephanie Gross and Dan Brookman; Nathan Kaser, Gene Kaser and Kate Stanifer; Nick, Kane and Trevor Brookman. Bill was also a special nephew, cousin, great uncle, neighbor and friend to many. He was preceded in death by his father Bill; paternal grandparents Frank and MaryLou Mrukowski; and maternal grandparents Paul and Millie (Nelson) Somers.

William Fred Sponseller passed away on May 26, 2022. His grandfather, a physician in Oberlin, Ohio, delivered William Sponseller on May 29, 1929. William attended the public schools in Wellington, Ohio, where he was active in music, drama, and athletics. During high school, Bill served as class president, as editor of the school's yearbook, and was named to the All-Northern Ohio football team. He was active in the Boy Scouts, the 4-H Club, and he was a church youth group leader. In 1951, Bill received his BA in Biology and Physical Education from Muskingum College in Ohio. In 1956, he received his MEd from Kent State University. During his college days, he was active in acapella choir, varsity football, student government, and a radio-broadcasting barbershop quartet. Additional graduate studies were pursued at Ohio State and Indiana University. On June 15, 1951, Bill married his college sweetheart, Jean Bond. The Lord blessed them with four children: Heidi, Becky, Paul, and David (deceased); seven grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren were their progeny. During the Korean Conflict, Bill served in the US Army Medical Corps. These were eventful years because even though Bill had regularly attended church, he had not heard a clear presentation of the Gospel until he was stationed at Fort Ord in California. The Lord led Bill and Jean to a church where the presentation of Scriptural truths from the Word and revealed by the Holy Spirit, brought Bill to a personal relationship with Christ as Savior. Following his military service, Bill taught, coached, counseled, and worked in administration and pupil personnel in Ohio public schools. He was, a member of the National Association of Secondary School Principals. In ensuing years, he served in Christian school administration in Ohio, North Carolina, and Kentucky. Church ministry involvement included his serving as Sunday school teacher and superintendent, deacon, and choir director. Prior to retirement, Bill ministered as manager of the Bob Jones University Testing and Evaluation Service and as an educational consultant. In this position, he had the opportunity to evaluate and assist Christian schools and to conduct numerous workshops for educators on campus and at many state conventions. Despite his admitted and many shortcomings, Bill's testimony is that the Lord has blessed abundantly, met needs, and proved faithful-that His loving kindness is a reality-that He is a God of forgiveness and second chances. The words of the beloved hymn "I've Found a Friend" summarize Bill's testimony: I've found a Friend, oh such a Friend! He loved me ere I knew Him; He drew me with the cords of love, and thus He bound me to Him.

Mary A. Hamilton, 105 years young of New Concord, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 26, 2022, while at the Genesis Hospice Morrison House. Mary was born in Sialkot, Pakistan, on January 18, 1917. She is the daughter of the late Ralph and Elizabeth (Lawrence) Ayers. Mary lived in India for the first ten years of her life, until her parents came back to their home in Columbus, Ohio. When she was young, Mary's father took on the role of Pastor at Bloomfield United Presbyterian Church, and Mary called the New Concord area home. Mary earned her Bachelor's Degree from Muskingum University, and then went on to obtain her Master's Degree in Latin from University of Pittsburgh. Mary was always busy as a farmer's wife, but in her spare time she loved to spend time in her garden, and she was an avid knitter. In over 105 years of life, the hands of a city-girl transformed to the hands of a farmer's wife that were used to farm, knit, garden, discipline, pray, and love. Mary is survived by her loving daughter, Joyce Hall; her grandchildren, Susan Craddock, James (Rhonda) Hamilton, Lori (Jeff) Gates; John (Renee) Hamilton; her seven great-grandchildren; her eight great-great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to her parents, Mary is preceded in death by her husband, John P. Hamilton, who passed away on June 13, 1987; her son, James R. Hamilton; her sister, Margaret A. Parsley; and her brother, Lawrence J. Ayers.

Patricia Ann Cline, 86, of Mantua, passed away Sunday, May 22, 2022, at her home. She was born on August 20, 1935, in Graysville, Ohio, to James Glenn and Murl (Williams) Harmon. Patricia was a 1953 graduate of Graysville High School and a 1957 graduate of Muskingum University in New Concord, Ohio. She was a member of the Crossroads Community Church, where she was a deaconess and music director. Patricia was retired from the Crestwood Schools, where she was a music teacher. Her husband, Chuck Belknap, survives, as do her children, Robert Steven (Terry) Cline, David Von (Suzy) Cline, and Susan Beth (Paul) Zahuranec; six grandchildren (Kristen, Tyler, Bobby, Brian, Valerie, and Melissa); two great grandchildren (Blake and Oliver), and a brother, John Keith (Norma) Harmon. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dwight Edward, her parents, and her brother, David Darrel Harmon.

Martha Charlene Buck-Wagner, 96, of Fostoria, died Thursday, May 19, 2022, at her home. She was born Oct. 2, 1925, in Newcomerstown, to John and Golda (Ford) Buck. Martha married William S. Wagner Aug. 8, 1953, in Medina. He passed away Aug. 8, 2019. Surviving are her children, Thomas (Barbara) Wagner of Fostoria, Jennifer (Mike) Davis of Marion and John (Sue) Wagner of Charlestown, Indiana. She has six grandchildren, David Davis, Danielle Knight, Kyle Wagner, Travis Mosley, Ashley Salvo and Skylar Wagner and five great-grandchildren. Martha was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and sister, Kathleen Buck. She graduated from Newcomerstown High School and later received a bachelor's degree in education from Muskingum College. Martha was a member of Fostoria Baptist Church. She enjoyed reading, baking, crossword puzzles and sewing.