Johnny R. Gussler

Johnny R. Gussler obituary, Zanesville, OH

Johnny R. Gussler

Johnny Gussler Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by DeLong-Baker & Lanning Funeral Home and Cremations - Zanesville on Nov. 7, 2025.

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Johnny R. Gussler, 70 of East Fultonham, passed away on November 7, 2025, at the Genesis Morrison House in Zanesville.
He was born on May 23, 1955, in Glouster, Ohio, son of the late Leo Gussler and Adela Louise Baker. John worked for many years at Burley Clay Pottery in Roseville. He enjoyed gardening, mowing, and detailing vehicles.
John is survived by his wife, Dianne Gussler; 2 children: Troy Johnathan Gussler and Candace Nicole Gussler; 3 stepchildren, Byron Wine, Debbie (Paul) Severt, Pam Stephens; 2 sisters: Sandy Downing and Debbie Papageorge; 4 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; sister-in-law, Debbie (Mark) Sedlock; brother-in-law, Bobby Boyd; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his 4 brothers; and 5 sisters.
A dignified cremation has been entrusted to DeLong-Baker & Lanning Funeral Home. To sign the online guestbook please visit www.delongbakerlanning.com
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