Walter “Butch” Norris

Walter K. “Butch” Norris, 81, of Zanesville, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2026 at Genesis Hospital, surrounded by his family. He was born in Zanesville on December 18, 1944, the son of Raymond and Mary Ellen (Whikehart) Norris.

Butch was a 1962 graduate of Bishop Rosecrans High School and attended Ohio University. He served for 30 years as Zanesville City Treasurer. He took great pride in having served as an elected official, and having had the opportunity to play an active role in local government and public life for nearly four decades.

A man of faith, he was a lifelong member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Butch was an avid golfer, always known for his ready sense of humor and appreciation of an ice cold Budweiser.

He was also an excellent cook, with “Butch’s/Grandpa’s Noodles” being a highly anticipated holiday treat each year. His greatest joy in life was time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren’s many marching band and athletic events which he attended without fail.

He is survived by his wife Ann (McNally) Norris; children Joe (Vanessa), Jeff (Anita) and Michelle; grandchildren Nathan, Jennifer, Kellan, Nolan and Katie; brother Tim (Helen) Norris, sister Raye Ellen (Dan) Nixon; sisters-in-law Sara Norris, Kathy Dinan and Donna Fleming; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Michael “Mick” Norris.

Friends may call from 4:00 to 7:00 PM, Friday, March 20, 2026, at the Hillis Combs Funeral Home, 935 Forest Avenue, Zanesville. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 AM, Saturday, March 21, 2026, at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 144 North 5th Street, Zanesville, with Fr. David Young as celebrant. Butch will be laid to rest at Mt. Calvary. To sign the online guestbook or leave a personal note of condolence please visit www.hilliscombsfh.com.