Jonathan W. Sitzes
Feb 3, 2026
Jonathan W. Sitzes, 42, of Stockport, passed away Tues. Feb. 3, 2026 at Riverside Hospital in Columbus. He was born Sept. 17, 1983 in Aurora, IL. He is survived by his mother and step-father Susezette and Eugene Mayfield of Stockport; sisters, Brandy Hines and Amanda Sitzes both of Stockport; nieces, Chloe and Madison, and nephew, William. Stone-Matheney Funeral Home is...
Chester "Chet" Cunningham
Jan 31, 2026
Chester “Chet” Nelson Cunningham, MSgt, USAF (Ret.), age 88, of Stockport, OH, passed away peacefully at home on January 31, 2026. Born July 27, 1937, to Nash and Goldie Cunningham, he was the fifth of nine children. Chet married Barbara (Ferrebee) Cunningham on September 10, 1957. During their 64-year marriage, they had two sons, Marc and Steve. After graduating from...
Alberta E. Hook
Jan 30, 2026
Alberta E. Hook, 100, of Stockport, passed away on Fri, Jan. 30, 2026 at the Ohio State University Hospital in Columbus. She was born on Nov. 4, 1925 in Roxbury, Ohio to the late Vernon and Jessie Williams Ross. She graduated from the White Cross School of Nursing but spent most of her life as a homemaker raising her children...
William Croston
Jan 28, 2026
William “Billy” Croston, 75, of Chesterhill, passed away Wed. Jan. 28, 2026 at his residence. He was born Nov. 5, 1950 to the late George Croston and Lucy Bell Warner in Chesterhill, OH. He served in the U.S. Army and worked for Republic Steel in Canton and retired from Kraton after 25 years. He attended Liberty Church and loved fishing...
Melvin D. Sydebotham
Jan 19, 2026
Melvin D. Sydebotham, 87, of McConnelsville passed away on Mon., Jan. 19, 2026 at the Highland Oaks Nursing Home. He was born on Feb. 16, 1938 in Kansas City, Kansas to the late Lloyd Sydebotham and Mildred Stevens Riley. He served many years as the Minister for the Calvery Baptist Church in McConnelsville. He is survived by 4 sons,...
Terry L. Soller
Jan 14, 2026
Terry L Soller, 63, of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2026, surrounded by loved ones, at Highland Oaks Health Center, after an extended illness. Born on May 16, 1962, in Columbus Ohio, he was a beloved son, brother, uncle and friend. He was known for appreciating life's simple pleasures, especially a cigarette and a cold Pepsi, which...
Carolyn R. Matheney
Jan 9, 2026
Carolyn R. Matheney, 85, of McConnelsville, passed away on Fri, Jan. 9, 2026 at her residence. She was born on Dec. 20, 1940 in McConnelsville to the late Elwood and Ella Connell George. She is survived by 3 sons, Austin Kidd, Shawn Kidd and Billy Joe Matheney all of McConnelsville, 2 daughters, Pamela (Tom) Zumbro of Rockbridge and Tamara...
James E. Burgett
Jan 8, 2026
James E. Burgett, 79, of Stockport, passed away on Thurs, Jan. 8, 2026 at his residence. He was born on Aug. 21, 1946 in Harrisburg, Ohio to the late Frank and Betty Hickman Burgett. He proudly served his county in the U. S. Army and worked for the Farmers Exchange Mill in Derby, Ohio. He is survived by his...
George A. Roe
Jan 7, 2026
George A. Roe, 75, of McConnelsville, passed away on Weds, Jan. 7, 2026 at his residence. He was born on Oct. 2, 1950 in Marietta, Ohio to the late Paul and Francis Strauss Roe. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during Vietnam and worked as an IBEW Electrician, retiring from New River Electrical. He is survived...
George M. Tharp
Jan 4, 2026
George M. Tharp, 78, of Lakeland Florida, passed away on Sun, Jan. 4, 2026 at the Highland Oaks Nursing Home in McConnelsville. He was born on April 20, 1947 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Maywood and Charlene Higgins Tharpe. He worked as a welder for the Pipe Welders and Iron Workers Union in Florida and Ohio. He is...
Edward A. Hatzer
Dec 31, 2025
Edward A. Hatzer, 51, of Cedar Park, Texas, formerly of Columbus, passed away on Wednesday Dec.31, 2025, at his home. He was born on February 3, 1974, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Clarence "Ed" Hatzer and Ellen Kay Hill Hatzer. Anthony was a devoted son, brother, father, and friend. Known for his strong work ethic and generous heart,...
Trent E. Walker Jr.
Dec 26, 2025
Trent E. Walker Jr., 37 of Stewart, passed away on Fri, Dec. 26, 2025. He was born on Nov. 8, 1988, in Columbus, Ohio, to Trent Walker Sr. and Delicia Davis Wall. He is survived by his parents, both of Columbus; a daughter, Aaliyah Mayle of Athens; a brother, Kalib Walker of Columbus; and five sisters, Samara Walker, Shanikqua...
Regina G. Limings
Dec 24, 2025
Regina G. Limings, 62, of Chesterhill, passed away on Weds, Dec. 24, 2025 at her residence. She was born on Nov. 2, 1963 in Columbus to the late Gene and Ruby Chaffins Helms. She is survived by her sig. other, Greg Massie of the home, 2 sons, Daryl Limings of Thornville and Michael Limings of Lancaster, a ½ brother,...
William Blake Matheny
Dec 21, 2025
William Blake Matheny, 56, of Guysville, passed away on Sun, Dec. 21, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his family and friends. He was born on May 17, 1969 in Athens to William and Marcella Fravee Matheny. He worked as a carpenter building and remodeling houses and enjoyed his family, working on old cars, and building things. He is...
Wanda Faye (Smith) Tate
Dec 15, 2025
Wanda Faye Tate, 83, of Canal Winchester, passed away Dec. 15, 2025, at her residence. She was born Nov. 23, 1942, to the late William C. Smith and Jessie Hill Smith in Chesterhill, OH. She was a member of the New Faith Church in Canal Winchester. She is survived by a son, James Brian Tate of Canal Winchester; a...
Richard L. Burchett
Dec 14, 2025
Richard L. Burchett, 73, of Stockport, passed away on Sun, Dec. 14, 2025 at his residence. He was born on April 18, 1952 in Beverly, Ohio to the late James and Doris Alltop Burchett. He worked in the Maintenance department for the Fort Frye School System. He is survived by a son, James Burchett of Waterford, 2 daughters, Stephanie...
Robert "Rc" C Lauer
Dec 8, 2025
Robert Carl "RC" Lauer, 68, of Stockport, passed away on December 8th, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born September 4th, 1957, he was the son of the late Wayne and Phyllis Lauer. He was preceded in death by his parents and his infant daughter, Kelsey. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Teresa; his daughters, Whitney (Bob)...
Linda Woodyard
Dec 7, 2025
Linda Woodyard, 69, of Reynoldsburg, passed away on Sun, Dec. 7, 2025. She was born on April 10, 1956 in Zanesville, Ohio to the late Carlos and Frieda Newburn Scott. She was a member of the East Point Christian Church in Black Lick. She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Marvin Woodyard of the home and a...
Randy J. Norris
Dec 4, 2025
Randy J. Norris, 53, of Chesterhill, OH. passed away Thursday, December 4, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born April, 21, 1972 in Nelsonville, OH to the late Clyde E. Norris and Peggy J. Norris. He was a Superintendent for Lang Masonry. He worked up until his health no longer allowed him. Randy enjoyed...
Patricia L. (Mayle) Miller
Nov 30, 2025
Patricia L. Miller, 85, of Cutler, passed away Sun. Nov. 30, 2025, at her residence. She was born July 2, 1940 to the late William and Sarah Faye Mayle in Lathrope, OH. She was a homemaker, loved her little dog Maggie and her flowers. She is survived by her husband, Delbert "Lee" Miller of the home; 4 sons, Henry...
