William Richard "Dick" Heskett, 87 of Zanesville died at 5:30 AM Monday, December 11, 2017 at the Genesis Morrison House Hospice following a short illness.
He was born October 31, 1930 in Guernsey County the son of Othell Dwight "Jack" Heskett and Gladys Louise (Henderson) Heskett.
Dick graduated from Muskingum College, was a Korean Conflict Army Veteran and was employed with Goss Supply until he retired in 1992 after 32 years of service. He enjoyed watching ball games & gardening and especially enjoyed spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Glenna L. (Wharton) Heskett; two sons, Ray (Eva) Heskett of Zanesville and Roy (Linda) Heskett of Norwich; his grandchildren, Kelly R. (Drew Craig) Heskett, Andrew C. Heskett, Kayla N. (Kyle) Runyon, Emily (John) Wolfe, John (Vaughn Cobb) Heskett; great granddaughters; Madison Heskett, Gracie Wolfe and Anna Wolfe; and a sister, Patty Milner. In addition to his parents, Dick was preceded in death by a sister Norma Chester.
Friends may call Thursday, December 14th from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Bryan & Hardwick Funeral Home. Funeral service and burial will take place at a later date.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or to the Genesis Hospice & Palliative Care.
The Bryan & Hardwick Funeral Home, 2318 Maple Ave. Zanesville is in charge of the arrangements. To share memories and condolences with Dick’s family please click on the Guest Book link on this page.

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