Thomas “Tom” J. Stine

Thomas “Tom” Joseph Stine, 81, of McConnelsville, passed away peacefully at his home on October 24, 2025.

He was born in Zanesville on June 15, 1944, a son of the late William “Bill” Joseph and Mary Edna (Metcalf) Stine.

Tom retired from the United Mine Workers and Sidwell Brothers, where he worked as a heavy equipment operator. He also owned and operated his own horse logging business for many years. A true outdoorsman, Tom enjoyed every aspect of nature — gardening, hunting, and fishing were among his favorite pastimes. Above all, he cherished his family deeply, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who brought him endless joy.

He is survived by his children, Scott (Beth Ann) Stine and Missi (John) Nickols; grandchildren: Josie (Tommy) Allen, Jaden (Matt) Wright, Kaci (Ray) Chait, Sarah (Cody) Williams, Andrew (Laken) Stine, Joey Nickols, and Adam Nickols; great-grandchildren: Hadley Williams, Tatum Stine, Jensen Swindle, Dane Allen, Brylee Allen, Marshall Chait, Tripp Wright, and Brooke Wright; his sister, JoAnn Scholl; his brothers, Bill (Shirley) Stine and Matt (Debbie) Stine; several nieces and nephews; his good friend Greg Calendine and family; and his many neighbors and countless friends.

In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by his son, Kip Joseph Stine; brother, Mark Stine; great-granddaughter, Autumn Rose Chait; nephew, William Joseph Stine; and brother-in-law, Timothy William Scholl.

Tom was privately laid to rest in Duncan Falls Cemetery.

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