Monna Cantrell Obituary
Monna Cantrell, 76, of Zanesville, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025. She was born on October 20, 1948, to the late Arthur and Violet Hanning. Monna was a social and spirited woman who loved to laugh and share stories with everyone she met. She enjoyed spending time working on her website and could often be found scrolling through Facebook, keeping up with friends and family. Monna also loved to cook and never passed up the chance to go out for a good meal. She is survived by her companion, Robert McGilton; her son, Joshua Woods; and her sister, Marlene (Bill) Kittle. In addition to her parents, Monna was preceded in death by her daughter, Terri Mae Taylor, and several brothers and sisters.
Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, October 21, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Farus Funeral Home in Duncan Falls, where a funeral service will follow at 12:00 p.m., officiated by Pastor Jamie Harrop. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
383 Main St, Duncan Falls, OH 43734
People and places connected with Monna
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for Monna Cantrell
Tell your own story about Monna
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.
How you can show support
Make a Donation
in Monna Cantrell's name
How to support Monna's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Monna Cantrell's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
