Hubert Wisenbarger

Hubert Dale Wisenbarger, 76, of Philo and formerly of Cambridge, unexpectedly passed away Tuesday (June 9, 2026) at OhioHealth Southeastern Med, Cambridge.

He was born November 15, 1949 in Brownsville, son of the late Chester H. Wisenbarger and Eva May (Reiner) Wisenbarger.

Hubert graduated from Cambridge High School in 1967 and attended Muskingum College for one year before dedicating his life to his country.

In 1968, Hubert enlisted with the United States Marine Corps. He proudly served with the Marines for twenty-four years, earning the rank of 1st Sergeant E-8 during his active duty. He retired from the military in 1991. He lived his life by the credo: “Once a Marine, always a Marine”.

Hubert was actively involved in the Ham radio community, maintaining daily communication with other operators in the area. He greatly enjoyed this hobby and the many connections he made to others throughout the years.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings: Chester H. Wisenbarger, Dorothy, Clarence Edward Wisenbarger, Margaret McAtee, Minnie Gravens, Ruth, and George Wisenbarger.

Hubert is survived by his loving wife, Phyllis Ruth (Barr) Wisenbarger, whom he married March 9, 1973; his daughters: Bonnie Sue Bridwell of New Concord and Laura Lea Pride of Philo; his granddaughters, Lauren Michelle Wisenbarger of Columbus, Ellie Steed of Zanesville, Scarlett Jo Bridwell of New Concord, Shelby Lea Graves of Philo, and Saylor Lea Blake of Philo; his grandson, Michael Dale Pride of Philo; his sister, Eva Joann Proudfit of Kimbolton; and his brothers: Donald Lee Wisenbarger of Cheyenne WY and Richard Eugene Wisenbarger of New Concord.

Visitation will be held Monday (June 15, 2026) from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Black-Epperson Funeral Home, Byesville, where funeral services will follow at 12 p.m. with Pastor Bob Hollins officiating.

Burial will be at Greenwood Cemetery, Byesville. Full military honors will be accorded to him by the United States Marine Corps in conjunction with the Guernsey County Veterans Council.

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