All Obituaries

Sharon Dee Baker age 61, of Caldwell, OH passed away Sunday, April 21, 2024 surrounded by her loving family at the Genesis Hospice Morrison House in Zanesville, OH. She was born August 25, 1962 in Zanesville a daughter of David Lee Schafer Sr. of Zanesville and Wava Joy Geary Schafer of Caldwell.   She worked in dispatch for Jeff Keith Trucking for over 30 years. Sharon was a member of the Caldwell Church of the Nazarene. She loved going on cruises, vacationing, traveling to Amish...

Myron W. Gilcher age 85, of Quaker City, OH passed away Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Altercare Summit Acres in Caldwell, OH. He was born April 14, 1939 in Cambridge, OH a son of the late Raymond and Mary Watson Gilcher.   He graduated from Cambridge High School in 1957 and went on to serve and protect his nation in the United States Air Force. He proudly served in the 98th Fighter Interceptor Squadron overseas. He was a Christian by faith. Myron was an adventurous gentleman whose smile...

Richard “Rick” Alan Davis age 67, of Caldwell, OH passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024 at the J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. He was born September 27, 1956 in Cambridge, OH a son of Melvin Davis of Caldwell and the late Betty June Rossiter Davis.   He was a 1974 graduate of Caldwell High School, he went on to earn an associate’s degree in HVAC from Washington State Community College and a bachelor’s degree in business from the Ohio Valley...

Saundra Wade Hoppers age 80, of Cumberland, OH passed away Friday, April 5, 2024 at her home. She was born January 14, 1944 in Glen Dale, WV a daughter of the late Frank J. and Cathern Laney Wade.   In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Jack C. Hoppers, whom she married September 16, 1994 and who passed March 25, 2015; a son Jeffery Andrew Crock; siblings Lucy Miller, Frank Wade, and Bonnie Crock.   Those left to cherish her memory, are her son...

Kathlene Elizabeth Presnell age 73, of Cambridge, OH passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at her home. She was born April 7, 1950 in Caldwell, OH a daughter of the late Walter C. and Verena M. Heppner Warner.   She was Catholic by faith having attended St. Stephen Catholic Church when she resided in Caldwell. Kathlene enjoyed playing Bingo and her scratch-off tickets. She could often be found relaxing at home watching her television shows. Many will remember Kathlene caring for others...

James “Jim” F. Dimmerling age 53, of Gahanna, OH passed away Saturday, March 30, 2024 at Ohio State East Hospital in Columbus, OH following a brief illness. He was born February 18, 1971 in Columbus a son of Paul F. and Maureen T. Forshey Dimmerling of Caldwell, OH.   He was an avid sports fan, he especially liked following the Ohio State Buckeyes football team. Jim could often be found playing sports and games with his two sons. He loved his family tremendously. Jim...

Wilma Marie Bates, a beacon of love and warmth, passed away of natural causes on March 30, 2024, under the care of Ohio's Hospice LifeCare at Danbury Assisted Living in Wooster, Ohio. Born on April 6, 1938, in Caldwell, Ohio, to the late Edward J Nau and Nola (Miller) Nau, Wilma lived a life characterized by kindness, devotion to family, and a strong sense of community.   Wilma graduated from Caldwell High School in 1955, where she formed lifelong friendships and laid the...

Edna Shaner, age 73 of Marietta, OH passed away Sunday, March 25, 2024 at her home. She was born June 10, 1950.    Cremation will be observed, with no additional services to be held at this time. If anyone is aware of family associated with Edna, please contact the funeral home.

Brielle Elaine Archer age 11 months, of Carlisle, OH went to be with her Lord Saturday, March 23, 2024 at her home. She was born a blessing on April 3, 2023 in Zanesville, OH a daughter of Derek R. and Taylor N. Sowers Archer of Carlisle.    She was baptized into the Catholic Faith at St. Michael Catholic Church in Carlisle. Brielle was loved by all who knew her, deeply cherished by those around her. Her radiant eyes and smile will always be remembered. Brielle loved to be...

Jim L. Finley age 87, of Caldwell, OH went to be with the Lord peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, March 21, 2024 at his home. He was born May 18, 1936 in Zanesville, OH a son of the late Cecil and Jessie Cunningham Finley.   He served and protected his nation in the US Army with the Armor 24th Division. Jim was a member of the First Baptist Church in Caldwell, where he also enjoyed serving at the Pine Lake Bible Camp. He was a member of the Sharon Lodge #136 F....