Perry County Tribune

In loving memory of Tonya Butcher Crouch formerly of Junction City Ohio current resident of Englewood Ohio . She passed away at Grandview Medical Center in Dayton, Ohio on July 7, 2022. She will be missed by all who knew her. Tonya was 44 years old. She was born to John Butcher and Joyce Moore at Good Samaritan hospital on November 3, 1977, in Zanesville, Ohio. Tonya graduated from New Lexington High School and graduated from Hocking College with a nursing degree. Tonya was director of Nursing at Aaron Home Health, she loved her nursing career and cared for all who encountered her. Tonya was a loving wife, stepmother and cared for her five cats as well. Tonya is preceded in...

Mary Elizabeth Stenson Harvey After living a full life for 88 years, Mary Elizabeth (Stenson) Harvey decided she was tired, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 1, 2022 at Crestview Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Services in Lancaster. Mary was born on May 22, 1934 in Corning, OH and was the daughter of the late Jack and Marguerite Stenson. Mary lived much of her life in Congo, Ohio, where she met and married the love of her life, Jake Harvey, who preceded her in death. She and Jake were the proprietors of Stenson's Bar, the (in) famous nightclub in Congo. They spent most of their 35 years of marriage in Congo until Jake's untimely death in 1989, which broke Mary's heart. She was...

James W. Berry, 74, of Moxahala passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Tuesday June 21, 2022 Jim was born on July 21, 1947, in Moxahala, a son of the late Richard and Kay (Reid) Berry. He was a United States Army Vietnam War era veteran and a retired heavy equipment operator for Harris & Heavener Excavating. Jim was a member of the Corning Eagles Aires 463 and the Corning American Legion Post 327. Jim parted with his 1969 Road Runner, but he never forgot about it. He loved animals and could never leave one behind. And if Jim was working in his garden and you stopped to talk, he would hand you a hoe. Jim is survived by his wife Jane (Walker) Berry; children Torie...

Wanda V. Vize passed away on June 16, 2022. Preceding her in death was her husband of 36 years, James R. Vize. She is survived by her loving family: Mark (Darla) Caulk, Barb (Dave) Ford, Lisa (Irven) Allen, David (Donna) Vize, Vicky (Steve) Chinn and Dixie (Charlie) Wade. Grandchildren include Corey Caulk, Austin Caulk, Sarah Wright, Katie Kuhn, Ryan Ford, Miranda Ford, Jim Vize III, Tom Vize, Michelle Vize, Jerret Vize, Bradly Vize and a host of other relatives and friends. A special thank you to New Lexington Healthcare and Rehab and Ohio's Hospice of Central Ohio for the compassionate care you provided to our mother Visitation will be held from 4-8pm with Wake at 7:45 pm on Tuesday,...

Our Beloved husband, father, grandpa, brother, uncle and friend went to his heavenly reward today June 13, 2022 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. James L. (Jim) Holdcroft was born November 21, 1947 to the late John and Nettie Holdcroft. Jim graduated from New Lexington High School in 1966 and joined the Army in 1967. He spent 13 months stationed in Korea, just barely missed being sent to Vietnam. Jim worked many places over the years including Lempco and Boeing. He retired from Boeing in 2009 and spent his retirement days playing golf with his brother Max. He always said he wasn't good at golf, but he sure had fun playing it. His biggest joy was his children and grandchildren. He would do...

William (Bill) Floyd Wilson, age 83 years, 11 months, 3 weeks, and 4 days; went peacefully home to GLORY Sunday, June 12, 2022, at 8:16am. He was born in Perry County, Ohio, July 7, 1938; son of James Buchanan Wilson and Flossie Freda (Allwine) Wilson of Crooksville, Ohio. Surviving is his widow, Judith (Judy) Ann (Wiechert) Wilson; to whom he wed November 1, 1969; his children: Rita K. Wilson (Leo Junior Rider), Julie (Lonnie) White, Jody (Matthew) Stevens, John (Carolyn) Harter; also surviving are his sisters: Naomi Urdak and Nellie Davis; many cousins, nieces, nephews, 18 grandchildren and 51 great grandchildren. Preceding Bill in death are his parents: father James B. Wilson and...

Michael Keith Williamson, Sr., 73, of Crooksville, Ohio died at 9:09 PM, Sunday, June 12, 2022 at Genesis Somerset ED. He was born January 13, 1949 in Zanesville, the son of the late Wilbur and Eileen (nee: Rhodes) Williamson. Mike had retired from Cooper-Standard Company in New Lexington where he had worked as a set-up person on the machines for 40 years. He had served our country and defended our freedom in the US Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, serving in the 3rd Tank Battalion of the 3rd Marine Division 1968-1971, seven months of which were spent in Vietnam. His memberships include life memberships in DAV-Zanesville, VFW Post 9090, Crooksville-Roseville, Marine Corps League in...

NEW LEXINGTON - Gladys Mae Shaeffer Householder, 88, of New Lexington, Ohio passed away on June 9, 2022 at The Beacon Assisted Living Facility in Gulf Breeze, Florida, where she had stayed for the past twelve months. Born May 7, 1934 to the late Herbert and Lucy Wolfe Shaeffer, Gladys was a Lutheran by faith. She was a 1952 graduate of New Lexington High School and married the love of her life, the late Robert Householder, on July 17, 1955, and together they had two sons, Mike and Mark. Gladys was a secretary at many locations, to include Evans Reamer, Cheney Tire, and New Lexington High School, as well as a deputy clerk at the Perry County Courthouse. She proudly served for 23 years under...

William J. Verkest II, 54, of Crooksville, Ohio died on Saturday, June 4, 2022 at the Wexner Medical Center at the Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio. Born December 3, 1967 in Warren, Michigan to William J. Verkest, Sr. of Fostoria, Ohio and the late Susan Jane Pate Verkest. William was a member of Catholic by Faith; he was a very proud volunteer firefighter, he was in paramedic training and squad runs; he was a member of the city council and mayors court in Corning, Ohio. In addition to his father, survived by Life Partner, Charlene Aliff; sister, Robin Verkest; brother, Jody Verkest; sister, Wendy (John) Church; children, William Douglas (Nichole) Verkest, Kenneth (Tina) Verkest,...

Charles Lewis May, 87 of Zanesville, Ohio died at 8:30 am on Saturday, June 4, 2022 Oaks at Bethesda, Zanesville, Ohio. Born November 1, 1934 in Somerset, Ohio to the late Charles J. and Ada Wince May. He served in the United States Army; worked at Anchor Hocking, General Mills and TCCI. Survived by his sister, Nina (Dan) Reichley; numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, preceded in death by his wife, Twila Embrey May on October 11, 2011 and a brother, Jerry (Carol) May. Calling hours will be held from 10-11am on Thursday, June 9, 2022 at the Roberts-Winegardner Funeral Home, 304 Mill Street, New Lexington, Ohio. Graveside funeral service will be held at 11:00 am...

Lois F. Mills, of New Lexington died on Sunday, May 29, 2022. She was the daughter of the late Taylor (Bruce) Stiles and Viola (Mitchell) Stiles. She was a member of Norval Park Church of Christ and a former member of Eagles Auxiliary #2070. She retired from Hamilton Standard (formerly Bryant's) and enjoyed spending time with her family. Although she battled Alzheimer's toward the end of her life, she enjoyed reminiscing about when she was young, the large holiday meals she prepared for her family, and when her children were young. Lois loved Christmas and always looked forward to the annual family shopping trip and party. When she was younger, she enjoyed camping and dancing. Until...

Phyllis A. Rambo, 84 of Lancaster, Ohio, formerly of New Lexington, Ohio passed away peacefully at 8:06 am on Friday, May 27, 2022 at Altercare, Somerset, Ohio with her daughter by her side. Born October 29, 1937 in Junction City, Ohio to the late Frank and Mary Bever Folk. She was a member of Saint Rose Catholic Church; retired after 28 years from Star Engineering Inc.; she also was known as "the lady who worked on bus tours", and sold Mary Kay Cosmetics for over 30 years. Survived by her daughter, Paula Dilcher (Kevin Arledge); grandson, Dalton Dilcher; step-grandchildren, Korey Arledge and Amber (Eric) Blackstone; great-grandchildren, Witten and Lilly; several nieces and nephews. In...

Ellagene Anderson Diley age 91, died Friday May 20, 2022. Ellagene graduated from Thornville High School in 1948 and was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Thornville and then Lancaster. Surviving are son, Terry (Melissa) Anderson, daughter-in-law, Sue Anderson; grandchildren, Corey Anderson, Zachary (Erin) Anderson, Ashley (Adam) Foltz; great grandchildren, Leini, Caid, Miles, Luke, Lila, Anderson and Adeline; step children, Deborah (Larry) Shick, Kristin (Ed) Thompson, Nancy (Layne) Smith. Preceded in death by her parents, Luke and Fahn Martin, brother, John Martin, first husband and father of her children, Doyle Anderson, son, Tim Anderson, second husband, Ed Diley....

Cristie Ann Hatem Hupp, 66 of New Lexington, Ohio passed away on Thursday, May 12, 2022 at the Genesis-Perry County Emergency Room, Somerset, Ohio. Born August 11, 1955 in Nelsonville, Ohio to the late John G. & Margaret Emory Hatem. Cris was a Christian by faith, her love for God and conviction to do what is right, was ever present through her actions. Her family was absolutely the most important thing in her life. She loved them fiercely, with all her heart. Cris had many friends; was very active in her community; she never knew a stranger you were just a new family member to her. You would sit down with her to share an iced tea, or a coffee and if you were lucky a piece of her...

Virgil Ray Cannon Sr., 68, of Roseville, Ohio died on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at his home. Born February 2, 1954 to late Russell and Margaret Yarger Cannon. Virgil loved building, fishing and his family. Survived by his twin sister, Virginia Kay Watts; niece, Joanna (Herb) Harris; nephew, Rusty Cannon; daughter Mindi Wycinski; granddaughter, Addison Wycinski; 2 great nieces, Lyndsay Casto and Olivia McNeal; great nephew, Austin Rutter; extended great great nieces and nephews; former spouse, Susan Klingler; longtime best friend, Ron Smith. In addition to his parents, preceded in death by his son, Virgil Ray "Pee-Wee" Cannon Jr.; brother, Theodore Cannon and sister, Beryl Staley. No...

Harold Willison, 75, of New Lexington, Ohio died on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at New Lex Healthcare and Rehab in New Lexington Ohio. Born on Sept. 10, 1946 to the late Rayotis Willison and Aileen Brown Willison of New Lexington, Ohio, Harold served as a sergeant in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam Era. Harold was a 1964 graduate of New Lexington High School. He was member of the House of Prayer of Columbus, Ohio. He followed the Cleveland Indians and Nascar. He loved fishing and he served the Lord most of all. He played the guitar and keyboard and wrote and sang songs. Survived by his mother Aileen Willison, brothers and sisters, Jeff Willison of Lancaster, Ohio, Marlan...

Neva Olive Sims, 97, of Urbana, Ohio passed away on Monday, May 9, 2022 in her home with her son by her side. Neva was born August 23, 1924 in Painesville, Ohio the daughter of the late Mark and Floy (Penhollow) Johnson and was the only one of the 10 children to be born in a hospital. Neva was raised in Perry, Ohio and was a 1942 graduate of Perry High School. She married her husband and the love of her life, Jerry in 1947. Together, they had a son in 1953, Douglas. Jerry was employed from 1957 to 1986 at B.F. Goodrich Tire Company in Tuscaloosa, Alabama and Akron, Ohio. Neva served as administrative assistant to the Vice President of the University of Alabama where she became a true...

Michael "Mike" Ralph Williamson passed away peacefully at home on April 30, 2022. Mike was born on January 6, 1953 in Pikeville, Kentucky to the late Rev. Ralph and Sarah "Mag" Williamson. His wife, Glenna was his first love of more than 50 years, followed by his two sons and grandchildren. Mike enjoyed sports, NASCAR, and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He could often be found leaning on the fence at the ball field watching his grandchildren play ball. Mike never met a stranger, being a friend to all. He touched many lives providing lasting impacts. Mike established Quality Monument in New Lexington and retired from the business in 2018. He was a member of the Perry County Coon Hunters...

Rory (Ruff) Richard Creamer passed away April 6, 2022 at the age of 70 in his hometown of Crooksville, Ohio. In the last year, he showed endless courage and strength through his own serious medical conditions and, most recently, the loss of his wife, Cindy. Shortly after high school, Ruff went into business with his father and co-founded C.C. Home Improvement. Ruff later founded Creamer Construction and a specialty business called Creamer Seamless Gutter, where he worked until he recently retired. He made many lifelong friends from his community involvement and was well-respected by his clients. He believed in true connection, respect for all, firm, friendly handshakes, and he always...

Sherry Poling, 68, of Malta, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly in her home with her loving husband at her side on April 12, 2022. Sherry was born on September 29, 1953, and is the daughter of N.L. "Dusty" and the late Dorothy (Stickdorn) Altier. Sherry was a 1971 graduate of New Lexington High School. After high school she continued her education at Ohio Dominican College, where she earned a Bachelor's in Special Education ('74), and she later graduated with a Master's degree in reading from Colorado State University ('76). She taught special education in Bryan City Schools (Bryan, Texas) in 1977 and 1978, and also in Fayette County Schools (Lexington, Kentucky) from 1979 to 1993. In the...

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...