All Obituaries

William David Hunkler, 71, of Barnesville, Ohio passed away of prostate cancer at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, January 24, 2021. He was born in Barnesville on January 18,1950 to Mancel and Virginia (Bailey) Hunkler. Bill graduated from Barnesville High School in 1968 and Bowling Green State University in 1972 earning a bachelor’s in education. He went on to earn the Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) designation from The American College and worked as a Financial...

Donald Lee "Don" Bates, 63, of 501 Morgantown Extension, Barnesville, Ohio passed away on Thursday, January 21, 2021, at his residence. He was born in Martins Ferry, Ohio on February 3, 1957, a son of the late Gail Vincent "Bud" and Betty Ruth (Harmon) Bates. Don was a Presbyterian by faith and was employed by Valling Mining in Dennison, Ohio. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Penny Lee (Gilmore) Bates and brothers, William Bates and...

Thomas Joseph Jefferis, Sr., 85, of Bethesda, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on November 7, 1935, in Barnesville, Ohio to the late Raphael Thomas and Marcella (Burkhart) Jefferis. Tom was a member of the Assumption of the B.V.M Catholic Church in Barnesville and was a retired heavy equipment operator for R&F Coal Company. He was a member of the Bethesda Senior Center and the Farmer’s Market where he sold his...

Connie Sue Carpenter, 67, of Barnesville, Ohio passed away Friday, January 15, 2021 at Wheeling Hospital. She was born in Canton, Ohio on June 12, 1953 to Homer and the late Martha (Cramlett) Luyster. Connie enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, four-wheeling, and going to ball games. In addition to her mother, Connie was preceded in death by her sister, Barbie Burkowski; and two brothers Mike Luyster and Danny Luyster. She left behind her husband of 54 years, Charles Carpenter; four children:...

Zepha Sue Reinacher, 84, of Barnesville, Ohio passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at her home of more than 50 years. She was born on December 16, 1936 in Logansport, Indiana to the late Francis and Louella (Busic) Carter . After the death of her husband, Zepha was actively involved in raising her grandchildren, whom she loved dearly. Zepha loved to volunteer and was a very happy person. She had a contagious smile and was actively involved in various civic organizations in the...

Marjorie Harp Plumly was born May 18th 1930 to Frank and Esther Harp and passed on Monday, January 11, 2021, in North Carolina while in the loving care of her daughter Ann.   During her life Marj was known by many names and had many roles: daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, friend, teacher and realtor.  Marj relished life and enjoyed its little pleasures. A cup of coffee with a friend, watching a high school sporting event or the conversation with her...

Paul E. Eddy, 71, of Barnesville passed away on Saturday, January 2, 2021 at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown.  Paul was born on February 25, 1949 in Barnesville to the late Willard and Martha (Stephen) Eddy. Paul was a 1967 graduate of Barnesville High School.  He was a heavy equipment operator who worked for R&F Coal and then retired from Oxford Mining.  Paul was a member of the Barnesville VFW Post 2792 and the BPOE 1699.  Paul loved to take vacations, playing...

Pauline M. Doudna, 99, of Barnesville passed away on Friday, January 1, 2021 at Emerald Pointe Nursing and Rehab Center.  Pauline was born on November 8, 1921 in Barnesville to the late Loren and Ada (Carpenter) Mayberry. Pauline was a member of the Barnesville First United Methodist Church.  In addition to being the pianist for the church, she also taught piano lessons.  Pauline was a member of the Garden Club, Jr. Mothers Club and the Cedar Twig. She was also a 37 year...

Jo Ann Williamson, 78, of Gahanna, Ohio passed away Thursday, December 31, 2020 in Gahanna, Ohio. She was born on December 30 , 1942 to the late John and Beaulah (Swallie) Sall. Jo Ann enjoyed and loved her family. She loved Ohio State football, she was an avid reader especially Stephen King books, loved to shop, going out to eat and loved her Frostys, and cooking. She loved her cats: Angel, Morty, and Joey. In addition to her parents, Jo Ann is preceded in death by her son, Randy...

Gary B. "Fizz" Grear, 86, of Barnesville passed away on Thursday, December 31, 2020 at Reynolds Memorial Hospital.  Fizz was born on August 29, 1934 in Barnesville to the late Joseph Carl and Ada Blanche (Benson) Grear. Fizz had worked as a painter, for Tri State Asphalt and retired from the Laborers' Union.  He was a volunteer for the Barnesville Fire Department.  He was an avid Cleveland Browns fan. Fizz is survived by his children: Vicki (Ed) Magers, Brenda...