Goebel Funeral Home & Cremation Services Obituaries - Eulogy Assistant (2024)

Obituary Preview: Timmy A. ‘Red’ Dillinger, 65, of Crooksville, Ohio died at 8:09 PM, Friday, April 15, 2022 at Genesis ER in Somerset following a brief illness.

He was born Sunday, July 29, 1956 in Zanesville, the son of the late Clarence and Virginia (nee: Moody) Dillinger.

Tim was a self-employed painter and carpenter. He had also worked at the Crooksville Auto Auction and Rent Smart in New Lexington. He was well known as a very accomplished lead guitarist for several local bands, including ‘Wells Fargo’, ‘Government Cheese’, ‘Fast Freddie’ and ‘Rum & co*ke”. IN his leasure time, he enjoyed fishing and mushroom hunting. He was a beloved husband, dad, grandpa, brother and friend.

Left behind to mourn his passing is his wife of 33 years, Lois (nee: Lunn) Dillinger; his children, Bret Marie Dillinger (Christopher Williams), Kenny Dillinger and Patrick Dillinger (Savanna Wayne); his grandchildren, Eian, Ezekiel, Abby and Emmy Dillinger; his brother Terry (Rhonda) Dillinger; his father-n-law and mother-in-law, Al and Linda Lunn; several nieces and nephews; his close friends, John Kokensparger, Ned Elliott, Robert Bookman, Marty Fountain, Jimmy Bookman, Dave Levering and many more friends and relatives.

In addition to his parents, Tim was preceded in death by his brothers, Denzil, Leslie, Tommy and Ray Dillinger and his grandparents, Harry and Ida Moody and Henry and Cora Dillinger.

Family and friends will be received 5-8 PM, Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville. Tim will be cremated following the visitation.

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Obituary Preview: Ralph Lee Allen, 92, of Crooksville, peacefully died in the afternoon hours of Monday, April 11, 2022, in his home, surrounded with the comfort of his family.

He was born one of two sons on February 11, 1930, in Crooksville to the late Perle and Gladys (Sherrick) Allen.

Ralph was a man of many accomplishments; you cannot drive around Perry County without seeing his impact. For more than 30 years he was the owner and operator of the Crooksville Coal Company. With immense appreciation he cared about every employee and their families. During his lifetime, Ralph reclaimed hundreds of acres of land throughout the county, he built the park in Corning, he was inducted into the Perry County Baseball Hall of Fame, he created many lakes in Crooksville to lessen its flooding, he lent out his heavy machinery to aid in clearing snow, building churches and school projects, and purchased and donated the first Jaws of Life to the Crooksville Village Fire Department. Among his numerous accolades, Ralph was a member of the United States Trotting Association, where he was well known for his horse harness racing.

Above all, Ralph was a dedicated husband, father, and a notable member of the community in which he lived and worked. He was a stalwart figure who was always the first to jump in and help. These traits and codes he passed on to his children who know they are better off for having him as a father.

Surviving him in life are his children, Cynthia (Tom) Dennis, Karla (Jerry) Hollingshead, Bobbi Allen, Gary (Debbie) Allen, Steven (Polly) Allen, Rex (Karen) Allen; his grandson and caretaker, Allen Shadd Dennis; and his special grandson, Quentin Webb; his 22 grandchildren, and many many great and great-great grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, preceding him in death are his wife, Lila Jean (Miller) Allen who died April 15, 2018; his brother who died in the Battle of the Bulge, Carl Allen and his two grandsons, Danny Allen, and Ricky Dennis.

The family has chosen to mourn privately. In keeping with his wishes, Ralph will be cremated, and his remains buried in Zion Cemetery next his wife.

Obituary Preview: Stacy Lynn Craig, 51, of New Lexington, Ohio died at 5:04 AM, Wednesday, March 30, 2022 surrounded by her loving family at Genesis Hospice Morrison House after her long and courageous battle with cancer.

She was born on Saturday, October 17, 1970 in Zanesville, the daughter of James and Cora (nee: Savage) Wheeler of Crooksville.

Stacy was a department manager at Walmart in Logan, managing the garden center. She enjoyed mushroom hunting, gardening, traveling and spending time with her grandkids. Stacy was a loving and devoted daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend.

Left behind to mourn her passing is her husband of 31 years, David Craig; her daughters and their spouses, Misty and Jacob Craig and Michelle and Todd Runyon; her stepdaughters, Kiley and Aaron Lee and Tara Clark; her special daughter, Diana (Tony) Bateson; her brother, James (Beth) Wheeler and her grandchildren, Gage, Brooklyn, Peyton, Brendon, Brayson, Sophia, Olivia, Devin, Daylin, Jadyn, Malcolm and Henry and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Lyle and Corabelle Savage, Dorus and Nellie Wheeler and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Family and friends will be received 2-4 and 6-8 PM, Friday, April 1, 2022 at Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, April 2 at the funeral home with Pastor Tony Richard as celebrant. Stacy will be laid to rest in New Lexington Cemetery.

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Obituary Preview: Lisa Michelle Padilla, 57, of Crooksville, Ohio died at 2:15 AM, Friday, March 25, 2022, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus.

She was born March 20, 1965, in Lancaster, the daughter of the late Mick Sigler and Patricia (nee: Hedges) Sigler.

Lisa was a retired musician, having played bass guitar with several local bands including Pure Country, Heartbroke and Nashville North. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and sister. Lisa truly enjoyed spending time with her grandkids.

Left behind to mourn her passing, in addition to her mother, are her children, Stephanie (Deidra) Padilla, Shane Aliff, Adrian ‘Nikki” Aliff (Troy Beach), Amber Aliff (Chris Fisher) and Kimberly Aliff; her grandchildren, Braxton Padilla, Zarah Aliff, Isabella D’Amato, Miranda Aliff, Ivan Beach, Isaac Beach, Noah Beach, and Erin Fisher; her siblings, Gary (Steph) Sigler, Mike (Sally) Sigler and D.J. (Rebecca) Sigler and her boyfriend, Michael Davis.

In addition to her father, Lisa was preceded in death by her son, Aaron Aliff who died May 17, 2018, and her granddaughter, Gabriella D’Amato.

Friends and family will be received 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St with funeral services at held at 1:00 PMat Aliff Family Cemetery, 5526 Rushcreek Rd., Somerset, Ohio 43783.

Obituary Preview: Margie Lou Gibson, 78, of Crooksville peacefully died in her home in the morning hours of Wednesday, March 9, 2022, following a long battle with COPD.

She was born one of three children on April 11, 1943, to her late parents, Charles, and Joan (nee: Rinehart) McCabe.

Margie was an incredibly hard worker, she spent most of her life working 12 hours a day to support her family. Finally, after a successful 30-year career as a visual inspector for PCC Airfoils, Margie retired. She spent her retirement fawning over Elvis, Bob Barker, and the hosts of her favorite murder investigation shows. Margie was fiercely loyal to her family and not afraid to speak her mind when the occasion arose. Her firecracker spirit, pretty eyes and nice laugh are sorely missed by her family.

Left to mourn her passing are her children, Tina (Kevin) McGrath, Bill Allen, Patrick (Theresa) Allen, Mark Allen and his companion, Suzie; her sister, Carol Addington; her grandchildren, Christina (Michael), Josh (Tiffany), Doug, Jade (Brian), Austin (Rikki), Cody and Stevie, as well as her darling great-grandchildren, Brayden, Malia, William, Brady, Dominic, Devin, Damien, Payton and one on the way, Harmony.

In addition to her parents, Margie is preceded in death by her brother, Eddie McCabe.

Friends and family are invited to pay their respects from 5-8:00 PM, Friday, March 11, 2022, at the Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville. Funeral services will be 12:00 PM, Saturday, March 12, 2022, at the funeral home with Pastor Marc Caton officiating. Margie will then be laid to rest in Mt. Horeb Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be postedon the funeral home’s website at www.goebelfuneralhome.com

Obituary Preview: Daniel Lee Savage, Sr., 64, of Crooksville, Ohio died at 10:58 AM, Wednesday, March 9, 2022 surrounded by his loving family at his residence.

He was born on Tuesday, June 11, 1957 in Zanesville, the son of the late Lyle and Corabelle (nee: Chevalier) Savage.

Danny was well known for his orneriness, his was very fun-loving. He was always joking around with everyone. He loved to go to yard sales and auctions, collecting his ‘treasures’. He was quite the man about town as he could be seen driving around a lot.

Left behind to mourn his passing is his wife of 44 years, Rose Marie (nee: Goodin) Savage; his children, Bobbie (Keith) Treadway, Melissa Savage, Billy Savage (Delta) and bonus daughter, Rebecca Penn; his siblings, Debbie (Ron) Miller, Cora (James) Wheeler, Tammy Lyons, Terry Savage (Christie Hampton), John Savage and Richie Savage (Cathy Baker), his grandchildren, Dalton (Jenna) Kinney, Paisley Treadway, Kaitlyn Penn and Makenzie Jones and many bonus grandchildren; his great-grandchild, J.J. Penn; his favorite nephew/bonus son, LittleRichie Savage who did everything with Danny and Jeff, Danny's best friend.

In addition to his parents, Danny was preceded in death by his son, Daniel Lee Savage, Jr.; his grandchildren, Keisha and Austin Kinney; his siblings, Joanne Thompson, Linda Green, Lana Head, Rolland Savage and David Savage, Sr. and many in-laws and other family members.

Family and friends will be received 3-8 PM, Saturday, March 12, 2022 at Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 PM, Sunday March 13 at the funeral home with Pastor Tony Richard as celebrant. Danny will be laid to rest in Crooksville Cemetery.

Contributions may be made to help offset expenses to the funeral home. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Obituary Preview: Kathy Mae Gilvin, 70, of Crooksville, Ohio died at 5:10 AM, Friday, February 25, 2022 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

She was born August 23, 1951 in Zanesville, the daughter of the late Taylor E. and Erma Jean (Dennis) Crain.

Kathy had worked at the former Frame’s Market as manager of the deli. Otherwise, she was a stay at home mom and homemaker, caring for her family. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandma and great-grandma.

Left behind to mourn her passing are her children, Jamie Gilvin (Jacob Kirkpatrick) and Joey (Vickie Gilvin, Sr.; her grandchildren, Joshua Gilvin, Joey Gilvin, Jr. (Twila), Jonathan Gilvin (Gabby), Matthew Kinney (Gaile), Joselyn Gilvin (Frankie), Tanner Gilvin (Adrianna), Bradey Starner (Kaitlyn), Dominic Kirkpatrick and Callen Kirkpatrick; 17 great-grandchildren; her sisters, Ellen (Chris) Crain, Roxanne (Crain) Dunkle and Angie Crain and special aunt, Judy Thomas.

In addition to her parents, Kathy is preceded in death by her husband, Cornelius ‘Neal’ Gilvin who died January 16, 2010; her son, Jeffrey Allen Gilvin who died October 28, 2014;her siblings, Jimmy Dale Crain and Peggy Jean (Crain) Chevalier and her grandchildren, Jasmine Gilvin and Brantley Gilvin.

Family and friends will be received 6-8 PM, Monday, February 28, 2022 at Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville. Kathy will be cremated following the visitation.

Obituary Preview: Harold L. ‘Buzz’ Wickham, Jr., 57, of Cambridge, Ohio, formerly of Crooksville died at 2:13 PM, Thursday, February 24, 2022 at Canton Select Specialty Hospital.

He was born August 10, 1964 in Zanesville, the son of the late Harold Wickham, Sr. and Joanne Savage.

Buzz was a very caring and loving Grandpa, although stubborn at times, he enjoyed helping others and spending quality time with his grandkids, family and friends. He was an avid Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Browns fan. He had worked as cashier at Dairy Mart/Circle K in Crooksville and Cambridge and most recently at Goodwill in Cambridge.

Left behind to mourn his passing are his step children, Nicole (Josh) Dalrymple and Shawn Shuster (Jennifer Lewin); step-grandchildren, Chelsey Embry, Cody Wilson and Connor Shuster; siblings, Judy (Rick Rutter) Wickham, James (Amy) Wickham, Jason Wickham and Kathy (Shawn) Booth; nieces and nephews, Jeff,Mike, Jessica, Stephanie, James, Jr., Dalton, Dillon, Megan, Thomas, Lindsey, Tyler, Nicole, Jason, Hannah, Kelly, Makayla and Shawn, Jr.; aunts and uncles, Cora (James) Wheeler, Tammy Lyons, Debbie (Ron) Miller, Terry (Christie) Savage, Richard (Cathy) Savage, Danny (Rose) Savage, John Savage, Bob Wickham, Don (Alice) Wickham, Betty Lent, Janice Smith and Ruth Bost; several great nieces and nephews; special friend and mother of his step-children, Jane Smalley and special friend, like a sister, Andrea (Glen) Stollar.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his step dad, Bill Thompson; grandparents, Lyle and Corabelle Savage and Ed and Mary Wickham; aunts and uncles, Linda Green, Lana Head and David Savage and special friends, Loretta Stollar, Marsha Pitzen and Treu Bemis.

Family and friends will be received 2-6 PM, Sunday, February 27, 2022 at Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville. Funeral services will be held at 6 PM Sunday at the funeral home with Paula Caton as celebrant. Buzz will be cremated following the services.

The family invites anyone who wishes to wear something Buckeyes or Browns to the service to honor Buzz’s memory. Contributions may be made to help with funeral expenses to Goebel Funeral Home.

Obituary Preview: Judith Kay Klingler, 77, of Crooksville, Ohio died at 7:18 PM, Saturday, February 12, 2022 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 27, 1944 in Zanesville, the daughter of the late Gerald and Monna Belle (nee:) Thomas Maxwell.

Judy was a homemaker and enjoyed all the things that it involved such as sewing, cooking, baking and caring for her large number of children which she referred to as ‘her first bunch’ and ‘her second bunch’ and her husband and household. She was well known for her delicious peanut butter fudge. Judy was a fun-loving person and enjoyed time spent with her many friends. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great great-grandmother, sister and friend.

She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Left behind to mourn her passing are her children, Sandra Riley, Beverly (Vic) Myers, Susan Pletcher, Stacey Klingler (Randy Hinkle), Danny (Anne) Klingler, Dale (Jodi) Klingler, Christy (Matt) Renick, Lori Klingler (Bryan Quinn) and Angie (Christopher) Driggs; her siblings, Laurie (Larry) Joseph, Jack (Donna) Maxwell and Donald Maxwell; her grandchildren, Ruth (Tom) McCafferty, Jason (Heather) Hammer, James (Kimberly) Fraunfelter, III, James Wm. (Jeanette) Slade, Steven Slade, Sherri Nelson, Richie Nelson, Chad Nelson, Mindi (Pat) Wycinski, Jeannie Klingler, Danielle Klingler, Danny Lee Klingler, Jr., Elizabeth Bulow, Katelyn Klingler (Anthony Hopkins), Alan Klingler, Corey Klingler, Dale Klingler, Jr., Courtney Woods, Lexi Dupler, Ricky Epler, Gauge Klingler, Koen Klingler, Brittany Renick, Tiffany Renick, Hunter Renick, Jordan Driggs (Gwen Camp) and Lyndsay Driggs; many great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren, her little dog, Bocephus; her closest buddies, Lori Hammer, Holly Houk, Joni Miller, Pam Tolley and Ruth Adams; many nieces and nephews and her daughter's life partner, Joe Mattinger.

In addition to her parents, Judy was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bill Klingler who died December 19, 2000; her daughter, Donna Nelson; her grandson, Virgil Ray Cannon and her brothers, Ronald, Jerry and James Maxwell.

Family and friends will be received 2-7 PM, Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville. Funeral services will be held at 7 PM on Wednesday with Pastor Marc Caton as celebrant.Judy will be cremated and she will be laid to rest with her husband in Mt Horeb Cemetery at a later date. Condolences may be sent to www.goebelfuneralhome.com and Like us on Facebook.

Obituary Preview: Charles Merle Chipman, Jr., 66, of Somerset, died in the morning hours of Monday, February 7, 2022, at his home because of a broken heart at the loss of his dear Diana just thirteen months before.

He was born, the only child to the late Charles and Helen (Gaddis) Chipman, Sr. on November 22, 1955, in New York.

Born to a very small family, he was more than happy to gain the love and friendship of his dear Diana’s family who cared for him all these years. Chuck and Diana enjoyed the prime years of their lives traveling all over, hauling the gear for the Rushing Winds biker church in Zanesville which they attended. Chuck was also well known for his packed mini vans, where he also would taxi his Amish friends all around the country. Chuck was a great man; his humor was genuine, and his love was enduring.

Surviving Chuck in life are his children, Diana (Tony) Bateson, David (Steven Maxwell) Savage, Josh (Chelsea Metzger) Savage and Tim (Trevor Kinney) Savage; his grandchildren, Taylor and William Lyons, Alyssa Burns, Nathan Bateson, Kash, Keeley, Austin and Alayna and Kameron Savage and his great-grandchildren, Jensen, Liam, Luke, Andrew, Kason, Krew, Tatum and Jaylee.

In addition to his parents, Chuck is preceded in death by his dearly beloved Diana Savage-Chipman who died January 5, 2021, as well as his great-granddaughter, Reagan Ann Marie Lyons.

Friends will be received, 2-4:00 PM and 6-8:00 PM, Thursday, February 10, 2022, at the Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville. Funeral services will be rendered 1:00 PM, Friday, February 11, at the funeral home where Pastor Mike McGuire will be officiating. Chuck will be buried next to his beloved Diana in Community Gardens cemetery.

Expressions of sympathy may be postedon the funeral home’s website.

Obituary Preview: Jerry Lester Marks, 79, of Crooksville, peacefully died in his sleep in the early morning hours of Friday, January 28, 2022, at his home.

He was born one of three children on June 12, 1942, to the late Waldo and Geneva (Linger) Marks.

Jerry had various careers throughout his life. He started off as a district manager for Rinks Bargain City and Big Lots. He then attended the Zane State Police Academy and for the next twenty years he was a dedicated police officer. He began his watch for the Genesis Police department where he was the Chief of Police. Following his stent at Genesis, Jerry was then commissioned as a Captain in the Crooksville Police Department and was shortly thereafter promoted to Major. Upon his retirement from the police force, Jerry took the position of Property Manager for the Village of Crooksville, where he served for the next ten years until his retirement in April of 2021.

Jerry was a loving husband for nearly 60 years to his wife Linda and was a dearly devoted father and grandfather. He had a great love for tractors and anything with wheels. He could always be seen riding around on his mower. Jerry will be so dearly missed by everyone who knew and loved him, he was a kind soul who loved Conn’s Chips, coney dogs, apple fritters and Tractor Supply. Simply put, Jerry was a regular man who loved life.

Jerry is survived by his wife; Linda (Sparks) Marks; his daughters, Courtney (Scott) Poling, Heather (Jason) Hammer; his sister, Gloria (Dewey) Funk; his grandchildren, Sarah Rose Hammer, Heidi Hammer, Randi (Stephanie) Poling and Mashala Poling. In addition, Jerry leaves behind a very special cousin,Rodney Walters, and a man who was like family, Joey Carr.

In addition to his parents, Jerry is preceded in death by his brother, Russell Marks.

Friends and family may visit from 2-6:00 PM, February 2, 2022, at the Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St. Crooksville. Funeral services will be held, 1:00 PM, Monday, February 7at the funeral home with Brother Joey Carr officiating. Jerry will then be laid to rest in Iliff Cemetery.

Expressions of sympathy may be postedon the funeral home’s website.

Obituary Preview: Linda Lou Potts, 69, of Crooksville joined the choir of Angels in the Kingdom of Heaven in the morning hours of Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at Genesis Morrison House following a brief illness.

She was born one of eight children to the late Roy and Bessie (Martindale) Higgins on March 20, 1952.

What to say about Linda? Well, she was truly, fully, and most definitely a devoted and steadfast Mother to all. She never put herself first, like-ever, selfless till the end. She always gave the best life advice and would, on occasion, tell you exactly where you should put something or rather, where you should remove something. It was her ornery sense of humor and authentic compassion that her family will most assuredly miss.

Her family misses her beautiful singing voice, tennis always on her TV, her passionate rooting for the Buckeyes (regardless of the sport) and her well-earned title as World’s Best Cook.

She was a stalwart family woman, a wife who loved her husband, a loyal grandmother and a proud GiGi. In her last days she left some powerful advice to those remaining on this mortal coil. . . “It is so important to look at each other’s heart and not what we may or may not do. The world would be so much better if we would simply let our heart, love their heart”

Surviving Linda in life are her children; Misty (Al) Smith, Jennifer Potts and Samuel (Nikita) Potts; her sister and best friend, Karen (Keith) Bell; her siblings, Terry Higgins, Bob (Alice) Higgins and Paul (Ann) Higgins; her grandchildren, Ryan Wintgens, Seth Wintgens, Ethan Wintgens, Noah Wintgens, Dirk Potts and Pyper Potts; her great-granddaughter, Anastasia Claire Wintgens; her sisters-in-law, Mollie Potts, Janet (Gary) Sharkey and Sharon Potts, as well as her dear friends, Gera Pompey and Lee Murphey. Linda also leaves behind a host of others, especially her beloved adopted children who all affectionately called her “Mom” and her many and much-loved nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, welcoming Linda, into eternal life are her adoring husband, Raymond Potts, her siblings, Roy Ed Higgins, Ruth Ann Daley, Judith Darlene Higgins; her brother-in-law, Arthur Potts, and her mother and father-in-law, Harry and Ina Lemity.

Friends and family are welcomed to pay their respects from 2-4:00 PM and 6-8:00 PM, Sunday, January 30, 2022, at the Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville, as well as from 11:00 am, Monday, January 31, 2022, until the start of funeral services at 1:00 PM where Pastor Tony Richard will be eulogizing. Committal services will follow in Zion Cemetery.

Linda would appreciate you being kind to her allergies and instead of sending flowers, send a memorial donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Expressions of sympathy may be postedon the funeral home’s website. Viewing of hermemorial tribute video may be found on the funeral home’s website www.goebelfuneralhome.com.

Obituary Preview: Joe Pat Dotson, Sr., 92, of Zanesville, Ohio, formerly of New Lexington, Arizona and Hendersonville, Tennessee died at 6:13 PM, Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at Morrison House in Zanesville.

He was born April 15, 1929, in Pineville, Kentucky, the son of the late Everett and Mary (nee: Breeding) Dotson.

Joe was a retired coal miner from Peabody Coal Company near New Lexington. He served our country and defended our freedom in the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict. Joe was a member of Doric Lodge 172F & A M in Crooksville, VFW Post 9090, Crooksville-Roseville, life member of American Legion Post 71 in Roseville and Amrou Grotto. He enjoyed traveling with his wife, gambling and his favorite was playing poker. Joe was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, brother and friend.

Left behind to mourn his passing are his children and their spouses, Lavonna Gayle and Tom Stoneburner, Rebecca Ann and Tom Sweeney and Joe and Lori Dotson; his grandchildren, Craig and Marecia Stoneburner, Lisa Tatum, Jodi Dotson (Shane Fox), Todd Dotson (Christy Ater), Michael (Jessica) Sweeney, Lance Sweeney and Troy (Taylor) Sweeney; his great-grandchildren, Andrew Buchanan, Aidan and Maddy Tatum, Kendall, Cadance and Spencer Stoneburner, Emma and Lane Sweeney, Caitlyn Fox and Romee Sweeney; his brother, Howard (Noelle) Dotson and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Wilma Jean (nee: Higdon) Dotson who died October 16, 2021 and his brothers, Gene, Jerry, Bob and Jack Dotson.

The family will hold a private funeral service with Pastor Marc Caton as celebrant and a Masonic service preformed by Peerless Lodge 591. Joe will laid to rest next to his beloved wife in Community Gardens Cemetery near Somerset with full military honors.

Contributions may be made in Joe’s memory to Genesis Hospice and Palliative Care, 713 Forest Ave., Zanesville, OH 43701.

Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville is caring for the Dotson family.

Obituary Preview: Helen May Schooley, 90, of Crooksville, Ohio died at 2:15 PM, Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at Genesis Hospital in Zanesville surrounded by her loving family.

She was born September 17, 1931 in Morgan County, the daughter of the late George and Catherine J. (nee: Theisen) Smith.

Helen was a former employee of United Technologies where she worked for 20 years and then spent 6 years working at PCC Airfoils in Crooksville. She was a member of Church of The Atonement Catholic Church in Crooksville. She enjoyed taking pictures of her family and anything special that caught her eye. She loved animals and had many pets over the years. But most important to her was her family whom she dearly loved. Her greatest joy in life was caring for her husband, children and anyone that needed her. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend.

Left behind to mourn her passing are her children, Lorri Antonetz, Beth (Rusty) Mohler, Mary (Mike) Lundell, Michael J. (Mary) Schooley, Craig (Dawn) Schooley, Paul Lee (Marge) Schooley, James (Karen) Schooley, Andrew J. (CJ) Schooley, John Scott Schooley, Matthew (Sarah) Schooley and Danny Joe Schooley; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren.

In aaddition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Schooley who died September 7, 1991; her children, Susan Schooley, Kelly Schooley, George Schooley and Len Schooley; her grandson, Wesley Schooley and her siblings, Howard, Harry, George, Jay, Wayne and Bill Smith and Emily Agin.

The family will hold a private funeral for Helen. She will be laid to rest next to her husband and children in St. Joseph Cemetery near Crooksville. Deacon Mark Weiner will minister to the family in their time of need.

Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville is caring for the Schooley family.

Obituary Preview: Marion "Butch" Walter Mauller, 70, of Canton, died in the morning hours of Tuesday, January 25, 2022, at Aultman Hospital following a battle with diabetes.

He was born one of seven children on April 14, 1951 to the late Arthur and Lenna (Woods) Mauller.

Butch and his siblings grew up in Roseville and later in life he moved to Canton where he worked his trade. He owned and was the sole operator of a tree trimming and landscaping business. A true outdoorsman, Butch enjoyed fishing and being a farm boy with his animals. His family called him "The Chef" because he was one heck of a cook. He will be missed by his family and friends.

Surviving Butch in life are his children, Melissa Mauller, Mickey Dyer and Lenna (Fred) Kinney; the mother of children, Scelenia Buskirk, and a very special person, Arthur Raymond Mauller. Butch also leaves behind several darling grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Butch is preceded in death by his siblings, Frankie Mauller, Eddie Mauller, Charles Mauller, Joseph Mauller, Raymond Mauller and Dolores Nice.

The family has chosen to mourn privately and have Butch cremated, after which, he will be laid to rest with the rest of his family in Roseville.

Goebel Funeral Home has been caring for Butch and the Mauller family.

Expressions of sympathy may be postedon the funeral home’s website.

Obituary Preview: Vera Eileen Jeffers, 90, of Roseville, Ohio died at 1:30 PM, Monday, January 24, 2022 at Altercare of Zanesville.

She was born October 5, 1931 in Buffalo, New York, the daughter of the late William and Ina (Johnson) Hughes.

Eileen was a former employee of Koch Engineering (formerly the Knight Pottery) in Crooksville. She had attended Christian Nation Church in Zanesville. Eileen was a fantastic cook and she enjoyed preparing fine meals for her family. She also enjoyed shopping, reading and camping. Eileen was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great great-grandmother, sister and friend.

Left behind to mourn her passing are her children and their spouses, Ruth and Robert McClain and Steve and Holly Jeffers; her siblings, Robert (June) Hughes, Judy Huffman, Terri Sue Rodgers, Vick Vance and William Hughes; her grandchildren, Valerie Dusenberry Worthington, Heather Smith, Sherrie Norris, Corey Lewis and Steve (Gretchen) Jeffers; her great-grandchildren, Kayla Lewis, SophiaNorris, Joshua(Amber) Lewis, Justin (Emily) Lewis, Jordan (Abby) Lewis, Jaden Lewis, Finn Jeffers, Kol Jeffers, Max Jeffers, Bruklynne Slack, Hannah Worthington, Gage Harris, Storm Smith and Chayse Smith; her great great-grandson, Lorenzo and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Eileen was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Jeffers who died November 25, 1993; her beloved daughter, Sherry Dusenberry who died in 1979; her brother, Richard Hughes and her brother-in-law, Art Huffman.

The family will hold a private funeral for Eileen. She will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband in Iliff Cemetery in McLuney.

Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville is caring for the Jeffers family.

Obituary Preview: Samuel Melvin Wolfe, 51, of New Lexington, died in the evening hours of Thursday, January 20, 2022, at the Select Specialty Hospital in Newark following a month-long battle with COVID-19.

He was born one of eight children on January 17, 1971, a son to the late Carrol “Melvin” and Donna (Smith) Wolfe.

Sam was a hardworking construction worker, specializing in commercial projects for Robertson Construction for nearly 15 years. In his spare time, Sam was always busy at work building things, it mattered not what the project was, Sam enjoyed working with his hands. In addition to his handyman skills, Sam was a true lover of motorcycles. He had always owned Harley Davidson’s and rode them often. Sam will always be remembered for his unique sense of humor and his devotion to his wife and family.

Surviving Sam in life are his wife of 32 years, Lorie (Lacey) Wolfe of the home, his son, Jarred (Cameron) Wolfe, his siblings, Carolyn Kirkpatrick, Connie (Johnny) Johnson, Bonnie Wolfe, Chris (Jeannette) Wolfe and David Wolfe; his close nephew, Phillip Morgan and numerous other nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Sam is preceded in death by two sisters, Vickie Lytton and Brenda Scaggs.

Friends are welcome to pay their respects from 12:00-2:00 PM, Sunday, January 23, 2022, at the Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 PM with Sam’s brother-in-law, Johnny Johnson eulogizing. Sam will be cremated following funeral services.

Expressions of sympathy may be postedon the funeral home’s website. Viewing of hismemorial tribute video may be found on the funeral home’s website www.goebelfuneralhome.com or on Facebook.

Obituary Preview: Tracy Lynn Scott, 47, of Pataskala, Ohio died in the early hours of the morning, Sunday, January 16, 2022 at her residence.

She was born February 25, 1974 in Columbus, the daughter of the late Timothy Allen Scott and Laura (nee: Morrison) Scott of Pataskala.

Tracy was a former employee of JC Penney Columbus Logistics Center. She attended Wagram United Methodist Church. Tracy was very much a people person. She enjoyed reading, playing cards and delighted in exchanging sarcasm with her family and friends. Tracy was very smart and witty and was a very loving and caring mother and daughter. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Left behind to mourn her passing is her mother, Laura Scott; her beloved sons, Hunter and Noah Scott; her grandmother, Miriam Morrison and her aunts, uncles and many cousins.

In addition to her father, Tracy is preceded in death by her grandparents, Howard and Betty Scott and Robert Morrison.

The family held a private funeral service for Tracy. She was laid to rest on a beautiful hilltop surrounded by her loving family and in the arms of God. The family will hold a celebration of Tracy’s life at a later date.

Obituary Preview: Judy Ann Matis, 75, of New Lexington, Ohio, formerly of Sayre died at 10:25 PM, Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at SKLD Nursing Home in New Lexington following an extended illness.

She was born November 7, 1946 in Zanesville, the only daughter of the late Charles J. and Juanita M. ‘Bonnie’ (nee: Street) Matis.

Judy was a 1965 graduate of Crooksville High School. She was a former employee of Essex Wire. Her hobbies and interests included word find puzzles and Bingo. She loved the many cats she had over the years. Judy was Catholic by faith.

Left behind to mourn her passing is her cousin and caregiver, Christina (Keith) Luzadder; her aunts, Vernie Web, Emma Graves, Charlotte (Charles) Simpson, Ann (James) Wilson and Ann Street and many Horn, Matis and Street cousins.

Family and friends will be received 10 AM-1 PM, Monday, January 17, 2022 at Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM, Monday at the funeral home with Rev. Dick Newlon as celebrant. Judy will be laid to rest next to her parents in Zion Cemetery, Portersville. Condolences may be sent to www.goebelfuneralhome.com

Obituary Preview: Mary Dorothy Willison, 95, of Upper Sanducky, Ohio, formerly of Crooksville died in the early morning hours of Saturday, January 1, 2022 following an extended illness.

She was born January 9, 1926 in Corning, the daughter of the late Paul and Dora (nee: Bennett) Wycinski.

Dorothy was a former employee of Bryant Air Conditioning Company in New Lexington. She was a very devout member of Church of The Atonement Catholic Church in Crooksville where she was always more than willing to help in the kitchen detail for any church fundraisers. She was the designated ‘dish washer’ and would stand and wash dishes for hours without complaint. Dorothy was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend.

Left behind to mourn her passing are her children and their spouses, Georgeann Morrison, Joan and Dennis Neff, Jean Ater and Tom and Shelle` Willison; her grandchildren, Eric Ater, Darin Ater, Julie (Mark) Miesle, JoLynn (Josh) Hardin, Mark (Julie) Neff, Kristan (Sam) Winsky, Marylin Willison and John Willison; her great-grandchildren, Daralyn Ater, Benjamin Neff, Aaron Miesle, Drew Miesle, Logan Hardin, Sam Hardin and Liv Winsky.

In addition to her parents, Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband, Nial W. Willison who died October 15, 1976 and her son-in-law, Jim Morrison.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated for Dorothy at 11 AM, Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at Church of The Atonement Catholic Church, 300 Winter St., Crooksville with Fr. Todd Lehigh as Celebrant. Dorothy will be laid to rest next to her husband in Iliff Cemetery, McLuney.

Contributions may be made in memory of Dorothy to Church of The Atonement Catholic Church, 309 N. Main St., New Lexington, OH 43764. Envelopes will be available at the church.

Condolences may be sent to goebelfuneralhome.com. Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville, OH is caring for the Willison family.

Obituary Preview: Larry James Bolyard, 86, of Crooksville, Ohio died at 10:28 AM, Monday, December 20, 2021 at his residence.

He was born January 31, 1935 in Morgan County, the eldest son of Emmett Foster and Mabel Irene (nee: Edgell) Bolyard.

Larry was a former employee of Ohio Ferro Alloy in Philo and retired from Malta Manufacturing. Following his retirement, he worked for York Township. In his younger days, he worked in the timbering industry. In his leisure time, he enjoyed coon hunting, mushroom and ginseng hunting and anything that involved being outdoors. Larry was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend.

Left behind to mourn his passing are his sons and their spouses, Steven and Kimberly Bolyard and Doug and Jacqueline Bolyard; his grandchildren, Ashlie (Clint) Adkins, Zach (Whitney) Bolyard, Colton Bolyard, Darby Bolyard, Allison (John) Richard and Nicholas Bolyard and his great grandchildren, Belle and Cameron Adkins, Zoey, Sonny, Jet, Lola and Winnie Bolyard, Emma Jo Richard, Darrah and Ameliah Bolyard.

In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his wife, Gayle (nee: Mingus) Bolyard who died January 12, 2012 and his brothers, Hugh and Brian Bolyard.

Family and friends will be received 5-8 PM, Wednesday, December 22 at Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, December 23 at the funeral home with GregMarquis as celebrant. Larry will be laid to rest next to his wife in Zion Cemetery, Portersville. Condolences may be sent to www.goebelfuneralhome.com

Obituary Preview: Ronald Gene Ehrich, 65, of Nelsonville, Ohio died at 11:45 AM, Saturday, December 18, 2021 in Obetz.

He was born April 7, 1956 in Redondo Beach, California, the son of the late Richard and Roberta (nee: Hayden) Ehrich.

Ron was a self-employed handyman. He enjoyed riding his bicycle and motorcycles and had a passion for cars. Ron was a Christian by faith.

Left behind to mourn his passing is his wife of 13 years, Linda Kent; his precious furbabies, Bristles and Hannah; his siblings, Linda (Mel) Mitchell, Cheryl Ehrich, Debra Ehrich and Ben (Janita) Thurman; his father-in-law, Larry Kent and his mother-in-law, Sandra Wayne.

In addition to his parents, Ron was preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Christina Kent.

No services will take place at this time, Ron will be cremated.

Obituary Preview: Thomas William Collins, 67, of Crooksville, died in the evening hours of Wednesday, December 1, 2021, at Genesis Hospital following complications of COVID-19.

Tom was born one of ten children on April 8, 1954, the son of William Collins and Marilyn (McMillan) Collins of Crooksville.

Following his graduation from high school, Tom enlisted to serve his country in the United States Army. Tom was a proud of his service in the Army’s 101st Airborne Division as a parachutist. After his honorable discharge from the Army, Tom worked various jobs in the oil field. He then went to work for the Village of Crooksville. After only a few years at the Village he became the Village Administrator, holding this position for over 20 years, until his recent illness. His hobbies included collecting antiques, outdoor equipment, and guns. He very much enjoyed spending time outdoors. Along with the rest of his siblings, he grew up attending the Maple Avenue Christian Church. Tom was a very devoted husband, father and grandfather, his renowned stubbornness will be dearly missed.

In addition to his parents, Tom is survived by his wife of 45 years, Dorothy ‘Dottie’ (Cavinee) Collins, his children, Janey (Jesse) Williams, Tom (Megan) Collins; his siblings, Brenda (Danny) Nichols, Belinda (Kent) Nichols, Mary Ann (Eugene) Cote, Karen (Mike) Burns, Mike (Mona) Collins, John (Arlene) Collins, Bruce (Heidi) Collins and Joe Collins (Randy Lucas) and his grandchildren, Tanner, Maelee, Keegan, Duncan, Connor and one on the way. Tom is also survived by his K-9 buddy, Bear who is just as stubborn as he was.

Tom is preceded in death by his brother, Rob Collins.

Friends are welcome to pay their respects from 2-7:00 PM, Saturday, December 4, 2021, at Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville. Funeral services will follow at 7:00 PM, with Rev. Conard Wolf presiding as celebrant. Full military honors will be rendered by the United States Army in conjunction with local veteran’s organizations. Following services Tom will be cremated.

Contributions may be made in Tom's memory to Crooksville Fire and EMS, 98 S. Buckeye St., Crooksville, OH 43731.

Expressions of sympathy may be postedon the funeral home’s website. Viewing of hismemorial tribute video may be found on the funeral home’s website www.goebelfuneralhome.com or on Facebook.

Obituary Preview: Barbara Kay White, 74, of Malta, Ohio died at 11:21 AM, Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at her daughter’s residence following an extended illness.

She was born October 4, 1947 in McArthur, the daughter of the late Clyde and Reva (Claypool) Knox.

Barbara was a homemaker and she enjoyed making crafts and shopping. Even when she became unable to actually go shopping, she shopped at home. Barbara was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Left behind to mourn her passing is her daughter and son-in-law, Reva and Eric Hill; her sister, Bonnie Sahr; her grandchildren, Michelle, Chelsey, Leah, Maddy, Troy, Matthew, Bradley and Autumn and her great grandchildren, Jaylee, Liam and Ezra

In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Mitchell White who died in 2000; her sons, Mitch ‘Pooh’ White and Troy Thomas White and her siblings, Clyde Knox, Owen Knox, Helen Brillhart and Freda Lukens.

Barbara will be cremated. Her family would like to thank Shriver’s Hospice for assisting with Barbara’s care in her final days.