Morrison Funeral Chapel

09/28/2025

Donald L. "DJ" Bernard, 32 of Corning, passed away Saturday September 27, 2025, in Corning as the result of an automobile accident. He was born on October 21, 1992, in Athens to Donald L. and Michele Spears Bernard.
He previously worked at Plaskolite in Zanesville. Most recently, he began a new position as a laborer with Midwest Fabricating in Amanda. He enjoyed motorcycle and fast cars.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his girlfriend, Brittany Crawford; daughters, Leona and Ora Crawford; brothers, Matthew (Randi) Spears of Corning, Greg (Haley) Bernard of New Lexington, Brandon (Macey) Bernard of Corning, and Tyler (Krysta) Bernard of Corning; 9 nieces and nephews; and many aunts and uncles.
He was preceded in death by grandparents, Samuel and Betty Spears and Bonard and Nelle Bernard; and cousins Timothy Spears, Brianna Miller, and Jacob Barnhart.
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday October 2, 2025, at the Morrison Funeral Chapel, Glouster-Bishopville with Rick Seiter officiating. Interment will be in the Beechgrove Cemetery, Perry County. Visitation will take place on Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. and on Thursday from 11 a.m. until the time of service. Contributions can be made to Morrison Funeral Chapel, 6525 State Route 78, Glouster, Ohio 45732 to assist with final expenses. A message of comfort may be sent to the family at www.morrisonfc.com.

09/27/2025

Ruth Ann Hanson, 74 of Nelsonville passed away Friday September 26, 2025, at her residence. Born January 14, 1951, in Millfield, she was the daughter of the late Elwood and Teheresa Barrett Hanson.

She was a 1969 graduate of Athens High School. Ruth Ann worked for Tri County Community Action for 30 years, where she played a significant role in helping unemployed miners prepare for new careers. She later retired from Hocking County Job and Family Services. She was an avid football fan, and especially enjoyed following Nelsonville York, Ohio State, and Cleveland Browns. She had a love for reading and found great enjoyment spending time at the library. In addition to her fondness for reading, Ruth Ann held a special place in her heart for cats.

She is survived by her daughter, Rachelle B. (James) Burcher of Nelsonville; two grandsons, Alex Burcher and Jakob Burcher; a great grandson, Koltin; sisters, Barbara Rollins of Nelsonville and Suzan (John) Wagner of Nelsonville; her beloved cat, Callie; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, Paul, Pat, and Rolland Hanson.

Ruth Ann’s wishes were to be cremated and there will be no services observed. Contributions in memory of Ruth Ann can be made to the Nelsonville Public Library, 95 W. Washington Street, Nelsonville, Ohio 45764. Arrangements have been entrusted to Morrison Funeral Chapel, Glouster-Bishopville. A message of comfort may be sent to the family at www.morrisonfc.com.

09/26/2025

Mistie Dawn (Savage) McGuire, age 57, passed away peacefully at her home in Millfield on Sep 24th after a 5 year battle with metastatic colorectal cancer. By her side throughout this lengthy fight to the very end was her husband Todd who she affectionately referred to as her Honey Baby Sugar Plum.
Mistie is survived by her husband of 36 years Todd, daughters Brytton (Brett) Jarrett of Barboursville, WV, Emersynn McGuire of Athens, and D’Laynee McGuire of Millfield, her mother Ruth Savage of Millfield, and sister Christy (Roger) Fields of Hamilton, Ohio, her loyal puppy Louis V and her kitty cat Princess Mabel. Mistie was preceded in death by her father, Frederick “Scrap” Savage of Millfield.
Mistie worked from home as a Domestic Engineer (stay-at-home-mom) raising 3 beautiful daughters that she shamelessly cherished while maintaining her household and making it a home. She did that in many places like the Philippines, New Mexico and Washington as she traveled the world with Todd. She loved hard, hugged tightly, and offered up to everyone her signature smile that warmed hearts and lit up rooms. It is said that, like her father Scrap, she never met a stranger. A kind and giving soul, Mistie would pack extra food in her girls’ lunches or send along some extra cash for those kids at Chauncey Elementary that couldn’t bring or afford their own food. Mistie was happy to help anyone in need, operating in the background, never wanting or accepting praise or applause. Modest and humble, she would refer to herself as just a “nobody” from Ohio. But by all accounts, she was well-known with many, many friends.
She moved out of the shadows and into the spotlight of social media a year into her cancer fight. Her kind words and expressions of love and empathy toward a particular celebrity blossomed into a deep, loving, and ever-lasting relationship with Paulina Porizkova, author, actor and fashion model. Paulina introduced Mistie and her story to a wealth of followers on Instagram where she quickly became a celebrity in her own right. Mistie made it a point to share both her life-saving successes and heartbreaking setbacks fighting Stage 4 cancer, no matter how raw or personal they were. And people loved her for her openness, honesty and genuine nature. Followers worldwide would routinely engage online with Mistie each time she posted an update that typically concluded with her PSA, “Get your colonoscopy, folks”. More close friendships materialized which included many celebrities and well-known figures, like writer and producer Jeff Greenstein, Paulina’s fiancé, who Mistie unabashedly adored.
Endless expressions of love and support from so many people, both locally and quite frankly, all over the world, resulted in a multitude of beautiful memories, adventures and experiences that would help sustain and energize Mistie throughout her journey. She was brave, courageous, and classy, always well-dressed whenever she attended her medical appointments. Her tenacity and fortitude, peppered with a healthy dose of gallows humor, made her quite popular with everyone, including the medical staff, bringing much needed levity to an otherwise sad and hopeless environment.
Mistie’s relationship with Paulina garnered the attention of a writer from the Washington Post who wrote a beautiful article about their extraordinary relationship in February 2025. Mistie was forced to admit that the self-proclaimed “nobody from Ohio” certainly was somebody to everybody she touched. She has inspired countless people from all walks of life with her optimism, kindness, love, hope and humor. She has saved many lives.
Her passing may make us feel as if the world is a darker place, “butt” Mistie shared her unique light with so many people that our world is exponentially brighter thanks to her, so long that we follow her example and continue to share that light with others. So, what would Mistie do (WWMD)? She would love hard and unconditionally, hug you like she meant it, hope beyond hope, say something wildly inappropriate, and show kindness and empathy to strangers, all with that beautiful, beaming smile. Let’s go out and do that.
Calling hours will be held on Sunday, Sep 28, from 2:00-4:00 pm and 6:00-8:00 pm at The Bishopville Church of Christ, 6555 State Route 78, Glouster, Ohio 45732. In accordance with Mistie’s wishes, she will be cremated the following day. Arrangements have been entrusted to Morrison Funeral Chapel, Glouster-Bishopville. A message of comfort may be shared with the family by visiting the tribute wall at www.morrisonfc.com.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making contributions to any of the following in Mistie’s name:
• Reputable Cancer research and treatment groups
• Your local hospice facility
• Your local animal shelter/rescue organizations
• Your local PBS/NPR affiliates

09/23/2025

Judith Ann (Hashman) Vaught, 78, of Glouster, Ohio, passed away on September 22, 2025, at Kobacker House, Columbus, Ohio. She was born on October 23, 1946, the daughter of the late Marjorie Jenkins and Charles Sams.
Judith’s kindness was unmatched, and she had a deep love and unwavering dedication to her family. She will be remembered for her gentle spirit, strength, and the way she touched the lives of all who knew her.
Judith devoted many years of her life working as a Teacher’s Assistant, where she shared her patience, compassion, and encouragement with countless children. She also gave her time and talents to the Kids on Campus Summer Program, where she created lasting memories for the children she worked with.
She leaves behind five children: Larry Hashman Jr. (Tammy) and Shelley Hashman, both of Glouster, Ohio; Garry Hashman (Brandy) of High Pointe, North Carolina; Sherrie Hashman Wrenn (James) of Trenton, Tennessee; and Bobbie Hashman (Angela) of Bainbridge Island, Washington. She is also survived by a sister, Marven Chilcote, and a brother, Charles Sams Jr., both of Nelsonville; son-in-law, Jim Balcm and daughter-in-law Sonja Morrow. Judith’s legacy continues through her 17 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren, who were her greatest joy.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Larry Hashman Sr.; her second husband, Jerry Vaught; her brother, James Sams and sister Mendy Sams; and two children, Susan and Jerry Hashman.
Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday September 26, 2025, at the Morrison Funeral Chapel, Glouster-Bishopville with Rev. Elijah Brooks officiating. Interment will be in the Zion Cemetery, Portersville. A visitation will take place on Friday from 11 a.m. until the time of service. A family reception will be held at the Bishopville Church of Christ, 6555 State Route 78, Glouster, Ohio 45732 following the burial.
She will be deeply missed but forever remembered in the hearts of her family, friends, and the many lives she touched.

09/22/2025

Earl Cole Davis, Jr., 95, of Trimble, Ohio, journeyed to Heaven from Lancaster, Ohio on Friday, September 19, 2025. Born in Rensselaer, Indiana on June 30, 1930, he was the son of the late Earl Horseman Davis, Sr. and Hazel Berdina (Cole) Davis. Earl was a 1948 graduate of Jacksonville-Trimble High School where as a JT Cardinal he represented his alma mater as an exemplary athlete in basketball and baseball. After graduation and well into his adult years, Earl enjoyed longevity with his gift and love of sports and athletic competition as a celebrated home run hitter and center fielder in local and regional men’s softball while also pursuing his passions for golf, pool, cards and bowling and involvement as a coach, referee and team sponsor (Davis Tax Service).

Earl was an avid stamp and coin collector, a “numbers guy” (he owned and operated Davis Tax Service for 57 years, from 1968 to 2025) and was fond of music of all kinds but especially polka which he loved listening to and dancing along with his late wife Patty. Earl was a dedicated fan of action movies and classic westerns. He would often fondly recall his childhood memories of buying popcorn and peanuts at Charlie's in Glouster on Saturdays and then going to the Palace Theater next door where the Sharp brothers Charles and Donald would let him in free to watch serials like Zorro, Durango Kid and The Lone Ranger.

As postmaster of the Trimble Post Office for 42 years, from 1968 to 2010, Earl was an enduring, friendly and familiar face in his community, serving his neighbors, friends and family in the Village of Trimble. Earl was a lifelong member of the Hocking Valley Parish Disciples of Christ Church in Trimble, a notary public, a councilman for the Village of Trimble and a longtime member of the Trimble Masonic Lodge.

Earl was an inquisitive person who remained curious and continued to learn throughout his life. After decades of preparing taxes on paper, he mastered the process of e-filing returns. He picked up a great deal from the younger members of his family, keeping up to date on news, sports and technology, and in turn, they were inspired by the example he set through his wisdom and knowledge. More recently, his daughters shared some exciting genealogy research, making Earl aware that he was a descendant of the Woodhull family in Setauket, New York, which includes Abraham Woodhull, a leading member of General Washington’s intelligence network, the Culper Spy Ring, that guided the Revolutionary War effort and its success.

Earl took tremendous pride in supporting his children’s and grandchildren’s interests and accomplishments, whether in academics, athletics, the arts or humanitarianism, which among his other pleasures included following their careers as Trimble Tomcats, Ohio University Bobcats and as members of the Ohio University Marching 110. Earl was a loving husband of 48 years (married on his birthday, June 30, 1967) and a loving father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and cousin. He would often say “No fools, no fun!”, living a full life with an evergreen sense of playfulness and humor.

Earl was preceded in death by his parents Earl, Sr. and Hazel Davis; his wife, Patricia “Patty” Ann (Nye) Davis; brothers, James Addison Davis and Charles (Baby Davis); sister, Coletta (Davis) Buchanan; parents-in-law Hubert and Fern Nye; and brother-in-law Don Carlos Nye. He is survived by a son, Chuck (Jill) Davis; twin daughters, Sheryl and Sherry Davis; two grandchildren, Casey and Jessa Davis; a brother, Douglas Delano Davis; brother-in-law Hubert (Wilma) Nye, Jr. and many nieces and nephews.

Earl’s family will hold a private memorial service and celebration of his life along with the life of his late wife Patty. Arrangements are by the Morrison Funeral Chapel, Glouster-Bishopville, Ohio. Condolences, as well as fond and loving memories of Earl, may be sent to the family at www.morrisonfc.com or mailed to P.O. Box 155, Trimble, OH 45782.

09/16/2025

Grace L. Koon, 65 of Nelsonville, passed away on Monday September 15, 2025, at Ohio Health O’Bleness Hospital in Athens. She was born on October 18, 1959, in Nelsonville, a daughter of the late Paul and Mildred Burnice Haladay Lash. She took great joy in spending time with her family, cherishing moments with her grandchildren. Her love of gardening was evident in the care she devoted to her flowers. Animals held a special place in her heart, and she was a dedicated supporter of the ASPCA.
She is survived by her husband Gary J. Koon; daughters Larissa Koon and Jasmine Koon; sons Brian Koon and Adam Koon; grandchildren Laylah, Mylah, Cullen, and Seth; a great grandchild, Kayson; a brother, Michael (Diana) Lash; and sisters, Lynn (Jim) Daggett, Judy Oliver, and Phyllis (Bruce) Carter.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Shad Koon; a great granddaughter Kylah Koon; a brother Paul Lash; and a brother-in-law, Jerry Oliver.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday September 19, 2025, at the Morrison Funeral Chapel, 6525 S. State Route 78, Glouster, OH 45732, with Pastor Mark Mitera officiating. Interment will take place in the Koon Family Cemetery in Millfield. A visitation will take place on Friday from noon until the time of the service. Contributions can be made to ASPCA, PO Box 96929, Washington, DC 20090-6929. A message of comfort may be sent to the family by visiting her tribute wall at www.morrisonfc.com.

09/12/2025

Norman A. Losey, 61 of Glouster passed away Wednesday September 10, 2025, at his residence. Born March 20, 1964, in Athens County, he was the son of the late Gordon “Phil” and Agnes Keirns Losey. He was a member of the Glouster and Jacksonville Eagles and the Glouster Moose. Norman enjoyed the outdoors, watching NASCAR, playing Euchre, and spending time with family and friends.
He is survived by a daughter, Kayla Losey; a son, Derek Smith; a granddaughter, Addy Losey; siblings, David, Scott, John, and Wayne Losey, Tammy Campbell, Susan Mesaros, and Annie Losey; and several nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Regina Williams and a brother, Tyrone Losey.
A cremation has taken place and there will be no services observed. Contributions can be made to Morrison Funeral Chapel, 6525 State Route 78, Glouster, Ohio 45732 to assist with final expenses. A message of comfort may be sent to the family by visiting his tribute wall at www.morrisonfc.com.

09/07/2025

Bobby G. Spears, 68 of Glouster, passed away Friday September 5, 2025, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. He was born January 6, 1957, a son of the late Jimmy and Genevieve Misner Spears. He previously worked as a truck driver for Kilbarger’s and was a member of both the Jacksonville Eagles #1034 and VFW #9866.

He is survived by two sons, Thomas (Melena White) Spears of Crooksville and Jeffrey (Crystal Smith) Spears of Lancaster; two daughters, Bobbi (Yurii) Billiel of Glouster and Tammy (Roger) Vickers of Albany; 13 grandchildren, Amber, Jerry, Kelsey, Ashley, Brandon, Zachary, Phillip, Tyler, Dillon, Morgan, Austin, Thomas Jr., and Kaitlyn; 16 great grandchildren; three brothers, George (Barbara Hermey ) Spears, Ben Spears and Steve (Karen) Spears; four sisters, Kathy Miller, Judy Rutter, Carol (Kenny) Hoppstetter, and Brenda Vess; several nieces and nephews; and special friends Monty Christa, David Losey, and John Losey.

Besides his parents, Bobby was preceded in death by his wife Barbara Spears; two brothers, Thomas Spears and Jimmie Lee Spears; a great grandson Alexander Young; three brothers-in-law, Doug Miller, Wilbur Rutter and Tim Vess; and a sister-in-law, Nancy Spears.

It was Bobby’s wish to be cremated, and no services will be observed at this time. Arrangements have been entrusted to Morrison Funeral Chapel, Glouster-Bishopville. A message of comfort may be shared with the family by visiting his tribute wall at www.morrisonfc.com.

09/02/2025

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08/31/2025

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Kevin’s funeral services will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday September 6, 2025, at the Morrison Funeral Chapel, Glouster-Bishopville, with Jon Hanning officiating. A visitation will be held from 11:00 am until the time of the service.

Kevin E. Boudinot, 58 of Glouster, passed away Saturday August 30, 2025, at the Hocking Valley Community Hospital in Logan. He was born December 30, 1966, in Athens County. He previously worked as an insulation installer for Canal Insulation. He greatly enjoyed spending time with his kids and grandkids.
He is survived by two sons, Kevin (Kourtney Tucker) Boudinot of Logan and Michael Boudinot of Nelsonville; three daughters, Jessica (Jeff) Pyke of Nelsonville, Kacie (Steven Stump) Boudinot of Middleport, and Grace (Caden Neu) Boudinot of Logan; six grandchildren, Karter, Konner, Harmony, Brooklyn, Sophia and Emberleigh; two brothers, Ed (Tammy) Boudinot of Cuyahoga Falls and Steve (Tina) Boudinot of The Plains; two sisters, Wendy (Lonnie) Turner of Glouster and Tina Hoffman of Cuyahoga Falls; an aunt, Dorothy Boudinot of Belpre; several nieces and nephews; and the mother of his children, Jennifer Downs of Logan.
He was preceded in death by his father Allen Eugene Boudinot and his mother Bonnie Jean Rapp; a grandson Eli Spangler; brothers Rich Boudinot and John Boudinot; an infant sister; and his grandfather and grandmother Rapp.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday September 6, 2025, at the Morrison Funeral Chapel, Glouster-Bishopville, with Jon Hanning officiating. A visitation will be held from 11:00 am until the time of the service. Contributions to help the family with final expenses can be made to Morrison Funeral Chapel, 6525 S. State Route 78, Glouster, OH 45732. A message of comfort may be sent to the family by visiting his tribute page at www.morrisonfc.com.

08/27/2025

Sharon M. Buckley, 77 of Glouster, passed away Wednesday August 27, 2025, at her residence. She was born on September 2, 1947, in Glouster, a daughter of the late Jack and Violet Gilmore Lewis. She greatly loved animals and nature and enjoyed taking long car rides.
She is survived by her husband Dana Buckley; two brothers, John Lewis and Chuck Lewis and two sisters, Linda Dixon and Sue Moore.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother David Lewis and a sister Kathy Balantine.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday August 29, 2025, at Maplewood Cemetery in Glouster, with Jon Hanning officiating. Contributions in memory of Sharon can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or Paws of Honor, 263 Mclaws Circle, Suite 104, Williamsburg, VA 23185. Arrangements have been entrusted to Morrison Funeral Chapel, Glouster-Bishopville. A message of comfort may be sent to the family by visiting Sharon’s tribute wall at www.morrisonfc.com.

08/26/2025

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