Michael "Mike" J. Overstreet Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Michael J. "Mike" Overstreet, 75 of Zanesville, passed away peacefully at 7:00 AM, Sunday, April 19, 2015 at his residence following a year and a half illness. He was born Monday, May 15, 1939 in Columbus, the son of Norman L. Overstreet and Mary Margaret (Coffee) Overstreet. He married Norma Jean (Caryer) Overstreet on November 4, 1958 and was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Mike worked for the Big Bear Store in South Zanesville for over 42 years retiring as Produce Manager. Following his retirement he enjoyed driving for Northside Pharmacy. Mike enjoyed seeing his customers and never met a stranger. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed all his golfing buddies and spending time with his Northside friends. He was a Little League Football Coach and Softball Coach; was a fierce Ohio State Buckeyes Fan and enjoyed fishing. Mike cherished the time he and Jean spent traveling together with his special friends, Yolanda and “Brud”, & Sharon and Jim. Mike was a loving and caring husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his family and was a true animal lover. Mike is survived by his loving wife of over 56 years: Jean Overstreet; two sons: Michael J. (Sonya) Overstreet of Blacklick and Kevin Paul (Barb Long) Overstreet of Zanesville; one daughter: Lori (Jay) Phillis of Zanesville; two beloved grandchildren: Megan & Jake Phillis; several nieces and nephews; and his devoted pet Gracie. In addition to his parents, Mike was preceded in death by three brothers: Thomas Overstreet, Norman “Brud” Overstreet and Daniel Overstreet and one sister: Mary Ellen Roberts. Friends may call from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Thursday, April 23, 2015 at the Hillis, Combs & Nestor Funeral Home, 935 Forest Avenue, Zanesville where at Christian Vigil will be held at 7:45 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:00 AM, Friday, April 24, 2015 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 144 North Fifth Street, Zanesville with a Dominican Father as Celebrant. Memorial contributions may be made to Muskingum County Animal Shelter Society, 1430 Newark Road, Zanesville, or Genesis Hospice and Palliative Care, 713 Forest Avenue, Zanesville, Ohio 43701 in Mike's memory. To sign the online register book or to send a personal condolence note please visit www.hilliscombsnestor.com

Michael "Mike" J. Overstreet

May 15, 1939 - April 19, 2015