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Alice in New Concord OBITUARIES

wonder land Council Vacancy

By Alice Stratman Smith Applications Gregory A. Morrison
Being Accepted
Larry Smith ( died 11-22-20) and I sure his family and friends were taken
care of.
started dating the last Saturday in June, There will be a vacancy on the Vil- Surviving are his three siblings,
1962. Our second date was watching lage of New Concord Council as of Fri- Rod (Stacey) Morrison Jr., Nancy (Les)
him drive a stock car that Larry and Wil- day, November 1, 2024. If you are in- Shumate and Pam Bice; ten nieces and
bur Sauerbrey fixed up and raced on a terested in filling the remainder of this nephews, J.R. (Kari) Shumate, Ricky
dirt track. When I was sorting photos term, which ends on December 31, Shumate, Jackie (Shane) LeFevre, Melis-
and memoirs recently I came across a 2025, please submit a letter of interest sa Rhodes, Rodney (Kristel) Morrison III,
letter from Wilbur when he was in the to Chris Huebner, Village Administra- Stacey (Kyle Noland) Morrison, Bransyn
service telling Larry to sell the race car. tor, at chuebner@newconcord-oh.gov or Morrison, Wendy (Andy) Shroyer, and
That letter has traveled from Dresden, deliver to his attention at Village Hall, 2 Kevin Alexander; several great nieces
Ohio to Memphis Tenn.; two homes in West Main Street (M-F 8am-4pm). Let- and nephews; and several great great
Millersburg, Ohio; Gratiot, Ohio; two ters must be received before 4pm on nieces and nephews; his right-hand man
homes in San Saba, Texas and to Zanes- Tuesday, November 12, 2024. and nephew, Todd (Erica) Alexander and
ville Ohio. I am blessed and thankful The letter should include informa- great nephew, Brandon (Elizabeth Davis)
for this memory with many places and tion about you, reasons why you would Gregory A. Morrison, 62, of Dres- Alexander; his two fur companions, CJ
faces. like to serve on Village Council, valid den, died Monday morning, October 28, and Morris; and lastly his regulars at the
Katha Mercer and I went to Brook- contact information and any other in- 2024, at his home. Tavern that he called family.
dale and presented a program on formation thought to be helpful in the Born June 4, 1962, in Zanesville, he In addition to his parents, he was
Wednesday, October 16th. I read two selection process. All applicants must was a son of the late Rodney “Jack” and preceded in death by lifelong friend, Dan
of resident Clara Kish’s poems, Time Is reside within Village limits with a resi- Dorothy (Brooks) Morrison and a 1980 Roberts; and two fur companions, Lazy
So Short and Good Days, Bad Days. I dency of at least one (1) year and must graduate of Tri-Valley High School. Greg and Buddy.
sang Side By Side Hand in Hand, What a be a register voter in New Concord. was the current Mayor of Dresden and In lieu of flowers memorial contribu-
Friend we have in Jesus and Come Holy took great pride in his accomplishments tions may be made to The Animal Shel-

remind you that you are worth a mint to Open call for of improving the Village. He worked dili- ter Society, 1430 Newark Road, Zanes-
Spirit. Everyone was given a MINT – To
gently on improving the Dresden Swim
After church at The Rock Zanesville artwork
your Heavenly Father. John 3:16 & 17. Center and the Dresden Cemetery. Greg ville, Ohio 43701.
Family and friends may visit 2-4pm

was a self-employed entrepreneur, own- & 6-8pm, Monday, November 4, 2024,
on Sunday, October 27th I took the long ing and operating many businesses in at the Dresden Chapel of Vensil & Chute
way home via Newark, Ohio to eat lunch The annual Union Square Art Show the village over the years. Most current- Funeral Home, 714 Main Street.
and enjoy the breathtaking colorful trees will take place November 16 from 1 to 7 ly you would find him behind the counter Funeral services will be held at
and views. It was the last service on Rte p.m. A reception will be held at 5 p.m. at the Dresden Tavern which he opened 11:00am, Tuesday, November 5, 2024,
40 because The Rock is moving to Boggs Artwork submissions should be in 2017, and previously he had owned at the funeral home with Pastor Dan
Road, Zanesville, Ohio to a church and brought to Union Square, 701 Chestnut the Pizza Parlor, known to many locals Wells officiating.
St., Dresden either November 7 from
25 acres that is a blessing for a grow- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., November 8 from 10 as “Greasy Gregs”. To say Greg had a Greg will be laid to rest at Dresden
ing congregation. Sunday was also Pas- a.m. to 7 p.m., or November 9 from 10 huge heart would be an understate- Cemetery, Dresden.
tor Appreciation Day. The Pastors and a.m. to 7 p.m. Bunko Jess Art Gallery, ment, he was a giver and always making
leadership of the Rock were recognized 126 Muskingum Ave., Zanesville, is also
and honored. It is great being a part of a accepting submissions for the show by
church with God’s purpose and plan. November 12 from 12 to 6 p.m. Or, you Kevin Lee Finton
Romans 8:28...NIV...And we know can bring your artwork to Artists Witch
that in all things God works for the good & Wardrobe Collection, 524 Main Street, Midnight Lily, who he claimed he “didn’t
of those who love Him, who have been Zanesville by November 11 & 12 from 1
called according to His purpose. to 5 p.m. Last date to enter is November want” but was always seen holding.
12. A proud graduate of Riverview High
The subject matter of the artwork School in 1981, Kevin began his career
is open with no set theme. Up to two as an EMT, where he became known for
entries allowed with no entry fee. All art- his skill in mending “boo-boos.” He was
FOLLOW THE BUZZ work must be presented in person. Elec- also a part of the successful family busi-
ness, Finton Equipment Inc., earning a
@DRESDENBUZZ tronic or emailed submissions will not reputation as a dedicated worker and
be accepted. All artwork must be gal-
lery prepared for hanging with eye hooks friend to the community. As president
and wire. No sawtooth hangers will be of the local John Deere store, he formed
allowed. All artwork must be framed us- lasting relationships with farmers and
ing plexiglass and gallery wrapped or their families, becoming a beloved fig-
with painted edges. Children’s artwork ure in the area.
entries must be placed on construc- Kevin enjoyed a variety of hobbies,
tion paper. All sculptures or 3D pieces including fishing, taking road trips, and
must be on their own stand. On back sharing Gator rides with his grandsons.
of artwork please include artist’s name, He loved traveling, especially to the casi-
contact information, medium, title of nos in Las Vegas, and delighted in show-
work, sale price, or “mark not for sale”. ing his children the beautiful country-
This will be the information for any sales side and farm animals. A devoted sports
or labeling. Accepted art forms include Kevin Lee Finton, age 61, of Dres-
traditional 2D materials, 3D sculptures, den, Ohio, passed away peacefully on fan, he cheered for Ohio State and the
clay, polymer, metal, paint, glass, col- Sunday, October 20, 2024. Born on July Steelers, and had a passion for NASCAR
lage, upcycled art, and photography. 28, 1963, in Coshocton, Ohio, he is now racing. He found joy in simple pleasures,
The jury process will occur after the reunited in heaven with his beloved par- whether it was enjoying a nice cigar or
show is hung and winners will be an- ents, Kenneth and Jan Finton, his infant embarking on adventures with his broth-
nounced on November 16. Judges are to ers.
Bible-based character be determined. brother, Craig, and his cherished dog, Known for his quiet demeanor and
Gus.
Prizes include cash prizes of $200
education during school (1), $25 (1), and $20 (2). Additional Kevin is survived by the love of his quick-witted sense of humor, Kevin had
a unique ability to make those around
hours (specials or lunch). prizes include two honorable mentions life, Janet Finton. Together, they had a him laugh when they least expected
loving family, which includes their chil-
and multiple childrens cash prizes and it. His last months were spent with his
awards. dren: Ryan Finton, Natasha (Alex) Neu- wife by his side, his grandchildren in his
Contact Lurenda Hayes by text with mann, Tyler (Caitlin) Finton, Michael arms, and his dog on his lap.
questions 740-607-0785. (Jodi) Finton, and Emily Finton. He was Calling hours were held on Thurs-
a proud and devoted papaw to eight day, October 24, 2024, from 4:00 pm
grandchildren: Maddox, Lainey, Kaid- to 7:00 pm at Given-Dawson-Paisley Fu-
Gospel Sings ence, Crosby, Torryn, Nova, Luna, and neral Home, 186 Park Ave., Coshocton,
Huey. His two brothers, Kent and Kurt
Finton, were not only his siblings but Ohio 43812. Burial was held at a later
date.
Nov. 1 First Baptist Church Dresden also his best friends, and he cherished For those who wish, memorial dona-
Nov. 15 First Baptist Church Dresden the bond they shared. Kevin is also sur- tions may be made in Kevin’s name to
Nov. 22 Trinway UMC vived by many beloved nieces, nephews, the American Cancer Society, P. O. Box
All Gospel Sings start at 7pm. great-nieces, great-nephews, and dear 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741.
For questions call Mary Lee at friends, including Cowboy. He leaves be- An online memorial can be viewed
740-624-3985 hind his faithful dog, Cruz, and his cat, at www.given-dawson-paisleyfh.com.