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12/01/2025

Lee D. Russell of Newcomerstown, passed away Saturday November 29th, after a brief illness. He was born November 23rd 1955 to Daniel W. and R. Mildred (Blamble) Russell of Newcomerstown.

He was a 1974 graduate of Newcomerstown High School and was a junior during the 1972 undefeated season under coach Ward Holdsworth.

In 1976 he started working for the W.M. Brode company as a timekeeper and over his 18-year career he worked his way up to Superintendent in the field.

On September 17th, 1988, Lee married Lynn Davis of West Lafayette.

In 1999, they welcomed their son Daniel.

In 1994, Lee started working with his father-in-law George Davis at River Greens Golf Course as an Assistant Superintendent and became Superintendent in 2005 until his son Daniel took over in 2022. Lee had continued to work alongside his son until he passed. He was a lifetime member of the Golf Course Superintendent’s Association of America.

When his son Daniel joined Cub Scouts, Lee became one of the leaders in the program. When Daniel moved into Boy Scouts, Lee became the Scoutmaster of Troop 424 of Newcomerstown up until 3 years ago. He loved the program and along with his wife, spent countless hours taking his troop to Summer Camps, Camporees, winter and summer camping trips, white water adventures and two trips to the National Jamboree in Beckley, WV.

During this time, he also took a trip to Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico on a 12-day backpacking trip with his son and a contingent from the Muskingum Valley Council. He was a member of the Order of the Arrows and received his beads on completion of Wood Badge, an adult leadership training program.

Family always came first and gave him much joy. One of Lees favorite things was family vacations, including visiting Lake Powell, Yellowstone, and visiting with family across the country. In recent years he has planned and helped host the annual Russell family reunion, which is something he looked forward to each year.

Most especially he enjoyed spending time with his brothers. Annual “brothers week” trips always included fishing, OSU football, or sometimes both. He, along with his brothers and close nephews attended numerous Ohio State football games every year across the country. Highlights include the 2010 rose bowl, 2007 national championship, 2006 national championship, and his favorite OSU football game, the 2002 national championship.

Lee also enjoyed going to dinner and golfing with his classmates and friends. He was also a lifetime member of the Elks.

In addition to his wife, Lynn, he is also survived by his son, Daniel (Jasmine) Russell; his siblings, Sally Russell, Bill Russell, Steve (Pam) Russell, Jim (Linda) Russell, Paul (Elizabeth) Russell, and Mary Beth Sundquist; sister-in-law, Andi Russell; brother-in-law, Doug (Jamie) Davis; 25 nieces and nephews and all of their families.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Kaye (Leonard) Najmulski; brother, Dan Russell, infant brother, John; and brother-in-law, Kent Sundquist.

A funeral service for Lee will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at the Addy Funeral Home in Newcomerstown. Visitation will be held on Friday December 12th from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home and on Saturday from 9:30 to 10:30, prior to the service.

Memorial Contributions may be made in Lee's honor to the Boy Scouts of America Muskingum Valley Council 734 Moorehead Ave, Zanesville, OH 43701 (https://donations.scouting.org/ #/council/467/appeal/8458) or to the Coach Ward Holdsworth Golf Outing Fund, brought or sent to the Addy Funeral Home 406 W. State St. Newcomerstown, OH 43832.

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11/25/2025

Robert “Wayne” Schworm, 99 of Newcomerstown, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025 at Roscoe Gardens.

Wayne was born May 30, 1926, in Newcomerstown to the late Elmer and Helen (Borkowski) Schworm. Wayne was a 1944 graduate of Newcomerstown High School, and then went on to honorably serve his country in the United States Navy during WWII, along with his five brothers. He served on LSM 115, LST 653, and LCI-630 in the South Pacific. He retired from Gen Corp after twenty-five years. He also worked at Heller File and Tool, and Borders Dairy for thirteen years in New Philadelphia. On December 12, 1952 he married Mary Ann Caldwell, who passed away on December 19, 2011. He was a member of the Church of Christ, and enjoyed showing cars for thirty-eight years. There is a six star flag in the Newcomerstown Museum in honor of the six brothers who served in World War II, given to Wayne’s parents from the President of the United States, Harry Truman.

He is survived by his daughter Brenda (Pat) Stokes of Newark; and his brother Richard (Esther) Schworm; two grandchildren Holly (Kurt) Helfant and Patrick (Elizabeth) Stokes; five great-grandchildren Taylor, Paul, and Lexy Helfant, and Olivia and McKenzie Stokes; and his three great-great grandchildren Tilly Tarr, and Lincoln and Aayla Helfant; and many nieces, nephews, and other extended family.

Along with his parents, Wayne was preceded in death by his wife of fifty-eight years Mary(Caldwell) Schworm; his brothers Donald Schworm, Clark Schworm, Stanley Schworm, Roland Schworm, and Lorin Schworm; his sister Eleanor Davis.

A graveside service will take place on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 11:00 am West Lawn Cemetery. The Newcomerstown Veterans Honor Guard will perform military honors.

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11/17/2025

Larry A. Hannahs, 88, of Newcomerstown, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday November 15, 2025.

Larry was born July 17, 1937 in Newcomerstown to the late Preston W. and Vera (Lloyd) Hannahs. He was a 1955 graduate of Newcomerstown High School. Larry went on to work at Alsco for ten years. He then retired in 1994 from a long career at AT&T, formerly Ohio Bell Telephone Co.

Larry loved hunting and sports. He was a Jack-of-all-trades, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and anything else that needed done. He built his own home from the ground up for his family. Larry was always the first in line to offer a helping hand to anyone in need. Though his mobility became limited due to his neuro-muscular disease Charcot-Marie-Tooth, he endured well, always treasuring the time spent with his family and friends. His door was always open; he never met a stranger.

On May 10, 1958, Larry married his wife, Nancy (Brown) Hannahs, who survives. He is also survived by his son Bart (Donna) Hannahs and daughter Beth McCune (Terry); his grandchildren, Dawn Hannahs, J.P. Hannahs (Chris), Kelsey (Austin) Gibson, and Kody McCune; great-grandchildren, Brayden and Mackenzie Rose, Miles, Barrett, and Lettie Gibson, and Benjamin McCune; two foster children, Roxann Wilson and Penny Estavanka; a sister-in-law, Joann Hannahs; step-sisters, Mary Lou Meek and Carol Ann Rush; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Bret Hannahs; his brothers, Robert (Norma) Hannahs, Richard (Norma) Hannahs, and Donald Hannahs; his step-mother, Mary Rush; and stepbrother, John Rush.

A graveside service for Larry will be held on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 12 pm at the West Lawn Cemetery in Newcomerstown with Jon Campbell officiating.

Memorial Contributions may be made in Larry’s honor to Crossroads Hospice at www.crhcf.org/donate, or Calvary Methodist Church PO Box 187 Newcomerstown, OH 43832.

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10/30/2025

Juanita Marie (King) Opphile, 87, of Newcomerstown, passed away Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at Riverside Manor in Newcomerstown. Juanita was born October 12, 1938 in Guernsey County to the late Herman King and Amanda (Myers) King. She was a 1956 graduate of Newcomerstown High School, and went on to work at several different places throughout the years, most notably, the Duke Truck Stop in Newcomerstown. Juanita loved to crochet and knit; she loved gardening and playing games on her cell phone. She was an avid reader and loved watching old westerns and Harry Potter. Juanita also loved any and all animals.

She is survived by her daughter, Laurie Beth (Richard) Webb of Newcomerstown, her son, Gregory Lee (Renee) Opphile of New Philadelphia; son-in-law, Duane Roberts of Lakeland, Florida; four grandchildren, Eric (Kelsey) Webb, RaeAnn (James) Randles, Mathew Felton, and Aaron (Madison) Felton; great-grandchildren, Holden and Kourtlynn Webb, Anabelle Felton, Brooklyn and Jayce Randles, Izabella Haney, Andre Mendoza, and Sophia and Brentley Varnes-Felton.

In addition to her parents, Juanita was preceded in death by her daughter, Julie May Roberts; her brothers, William, Roger, Don, and Herman King; sisters, Margaret Bernardo and Carol Walton.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home in Juanita’s honor through the Addy Funeral Home website or by phone or mail.

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10/28/2025

Peggy Lee Dronbarger, 58, of Newcomerstown, Ohio, passed away on October 14th, 2025.

Peggy was known for her independence, resilience, and adventurous spirit. She loved animals deeply — especially horses — and shared a special bond with her dog, Rocky. Always up for excitement, Peggy was a thrill seeker who never turned down a good roller coaster ride.

She is survived by her children, Ashley (Matthew) Bates and Jeff (Danielle Shamp) Dronebarger; and her grandchildren, Quinton and Xander Bates, and Alexis and Micheal Dronebarger.

Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, James and Patricia McNeal, and her son, Micheal Dronebarger.

She will be remembered for her strength, love of life, and the joy she brought to those around her.

At this time, no services are planned.

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10/27/2025

Sandra Kay Watson, 68 of Newcomerstown, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025 at Union Hospital from a rare blood disease.

Sandra was born March 25, 1957, in Coshocton to the late Wayne and Mary (Wright) Plants. Sandra graduated from Newcomerstown High School in 1976, and went on to marry her husband Harvey Watson in November of 1976. She enjoyed watching tv, and shopping, especially at flea markets and yard sales.

She is survived by her loving husband of forty-eight years Harvey Watson; her children Kimberly Watson and Wayne (Lindsey) Watson; her grandchildren Tyler, Anthony, and Brayden; her siblings Wayne Plants, Janet Plants, Tracy Jones, and Pauline Corbett; her sisters in law Barbara Gribble, Cindy Orr, and Suzanne Wilson; her friend Ann Amore; and her friend and neighbor Diane Ball

Along with her parents, Sandra was preceded in death by her brother John Allen Plants.

A cremation will take place. There are no scheduled services at this time.

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10/27/2025

Robert H. Smalley, 83 of Kimbolton, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2025 at his residence.

Bob was born December 17, 1941, in Rockford, Illinois to the late Harry and Irene (Baker) Smalley. Bob honorably served in the US Army, where he was stationed in Germany and was a combat engineer for two years. He later went on to work as a press operator and retired from Filmco in 1996. Bob faithfully served the Lord at Birmingham Methodist church for about nineteen years, before moving to attend Byesville House of Prayer Fellowship.

He is survived by his loving wife of thirty-eight years Nancy (Wilson) Smalley; his children Brigitte (Andy) George, Diana Stefanchik, and Bobby Smalley; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; his sister Sarah Baniecki; his niece and nephew Rick and Mary Sue Swiger; and his special friends Captain Bob and Esther Hines, John and Judy Hughes, Goyan and Sue Mullins, and Jan and Spencer Reed; along with many other family and close friends.

Along with his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his children Linda Smalley, and Billy Smalley; and his siblings Honie Lee Millbank, Harriet Bolen, Artie Smalley, and Patty Smalley.

A visitation will be held at Addy Funeral Home from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm on Friday, October 31, 2025. A funeral service will follow at 1:00 pm with Pastor David Wiley officiating. Bob will be laid to rest in Clear Fork Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bob’s name to House of Prayer Fellowship, 207 N 3rd St, Byesville, OH 43723, or to Hospice of Guernsey, 9711 E Pike Rd, Cambridge, OH 43725.

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10/22/2025

Barbara Jo “BJ” McFadden, 77, of Newcomerstown, passed away on Monday October 20, 2025 at Riverside Manor in Newcomerstown after a long illness. BJ was born on March 3, 1948 in Zanesville to the late Robert and Vivian (Mitchell) Mathew. Barbara graduated from Jefferson High School in 1966 and went on to earn her bachelor’s degree from Muskingum College. BJ spent her career teaching at Indian Valley, Claymont, and Newcomerstown schools. She was a member of the Kimbolton Methodist Church. She was a lifelong Girl Scout and Leader, a Longaberger consultant, and the President of the Newcomerstown Historical Society, serving as program director for several years. BJ was committed to the arts; she taught piano lessons for many years, was heavily involved in the Sweetheart Follies and the Victory Canteen Singers, she ran the drama program at Newcomerstown for many years, was a lifelong director of church choir, and in 2020 was the recipient of the Manuel Yingling Music Award from ArtsNCT. She was very creative and was a big proponent of working with her hands, whether painting, quilting, crocheting, knitting, or gardening; she was also an avid reader.

On December 20, 1969, she married Eugene Ray McFadden, who survives. In addition to her husband Ray, BJ is survived by her daughter, Amanda Ruth McFadden (Justin Perkins) of Rushsylvania; her son, Mitchell Ray McFadden of Cleveland; her granddaughter, Eleanor Phoebe McFadden; and her brother, David (Donna) Mathew of Dresden.

A Celebration of Life for BJ will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 1:00 pm at the Addy Funeral Home Newcomerstown, officiated by Pastor Phil Murphy. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Kimbolton Methodist Church, PO Box 52, Kimbolton, OH 43749.

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10/16/2025

Owen E. Mardis Jr., 73 of Newcomerstown, passed away on October 14, 2025 at his residence.

Owen was born June 19, 1952, in Newcomerstown to the late Owen E. Mardis Sr. and Marion D. (McCoy) Mardis. Owen honorably served in the Army from 1971 to 1974 and was awarded a defense medal for marksmanship in the Army. He loved collecting guns, and enjoyed doing yard work and fixing lawn mowers.

He is survived by his daughter Amanda Mardis (David Lanham Jr.); his grandchildren Cadence Moore and Braden Moore; his great-grandson Mason Palmer; his sister Teresa (Steve) Price; his close cousins Patrick Mardis, and Phillip Mardis; his nieces and nephews Sherri (Tolly) Lawrence, Cindy (Greg) Biolcati Rinaldi, James Griffin, Wayne Griffin, Lisa Schaefer, John Griffin, Ann Mardis, and Beau Mardis; and many other extended family.

Owen was preceded in death by his former wife Barbara Mardis; his nephew Paul C. Mardis Jr.; and his siblings Paul Mardis and Kenneth Mardis, and a twin that passed at birth.

A Celebration of Owen’s life will be announced at a later date. He will be laid to rest in West Lawn Cemetery alongside other veterans.

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10/03/2025

Norma Jean McClure, 96, of Bakersville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at her residence.

Norma was born January 23, 1929, in Bakersville to the late William and Edith (Degen) Regula. She was a member of Bakersville Community Church, and was a lady’s aide. She enjoyed gardening and taking care of her flowers, and she always liked to stay busy. Norma was a caregiver to any family member that needed care, and she will be deeply missed.

She is survived by her children Robert (Patty) McClure, Deena Gray, and Cynthia McClure; her grandchildren Heidi Worthington, Tristan Mizer, Ember Bryant, Andy Gray, and Danny Gray; eight great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; her special great nephew and niece Dylan and Brooklyn Neighbor; and many other family and friends.

Along with her parents, Norma was preceded in death by her loving husband Robert L. McClure who passed away in 2013; her sisters Luella John and Caroline Wolfe; and her son-in-law Dan Gray.

A visitation will be held at Bakersville Community Church from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Monday, October 6, 2025. A funeral service will follow at 1:00 pm with Pastor Rod McBride officiating. Norma will be laid to rest beside her husband in Bakersville Union Cemetery.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the team at Ohio’s Hospice for their love and care they gave Norma.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Bakersville Community Church, 28164 Co Rd 97, Bakersville, OH 43803.

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10/03/2025

Mark Fisher, 73, of Newcomerstown, passed away Wednesday October 1, 2025 at his home. He was born March 19, 1952 in Stark County to the late Sydney Glenn Fisher and Wilma June (Gowins) Fisher.

Mark was a 1970 graduate of Hoover High School. He went on to work at the Hoover Company in North Canton from which he retired after over thirty years of service. He was also a volunteer Firefighter with North Canton for many years. Mark was an avid carpenter and woodworker, he loved to fish and watch the Ohio State Buckeyes and he had a passion for cars and the outdoors.

Mark is survived by his three sons, Mark David Fisher, Timothy S. Fisher, and Nathan D. Fisher; many grandchildren; his sister, Helen Milbrodt, and special friend, Pam Robinson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, David Fisher and grandson, Gavyn Fisher.

A Celebration of Mark’s life will be held at a later date.

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09/29/2025

Julia Lynn Tomon, 61, of Fresno, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at her son’s home.

Julia was born August 11, 1964, in West Virginia to the late Johnny and Leona (Kirk) Bryant. Julia worked as an STNA at Riverside Manor for over twenty years before starting a job at Amberwood Manor as a therapy assistant. She then worked at Guernsey Residential, and then finished her working career at Annin Flag Company. Julia loved spending time with her family, shopping, and sewing. She enjoyed going to the beach, and collecting plants and flowers.

She is survived by her loving husband Daniel Tomon; her children Brian (Harriett) Little, Melissa (Joshua) Harvey, and Kayla (Ryan) Wise; her grandchildren Dylan (Hunter), Gavin (Leah), Cabot, Briley, Dawson, Joshua, Destiny (Audry), Evelise, Raegan, Baylee; her great-grandchildren Truitt, Hank, and Emerson; her siblings Bill (Kim) Bryant, Tim (Debbie) Bryant, Leroy (Kathy) Bryant, Bert (Angie) Bryant, Patty Meek, Barbara Bryant, and David (Shawn) Bryant; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Along with her parents, Julia was preceded in death by her father-in-law and mother-in-law Louis and Doreen Tomon.

A visitation will be held at Addy Funeral Home from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm on Thursday, October 2, 2025. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 with Bert Bryant officiating. Per Julia’s wishes, a caring cremation will take place.

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