In Loving Memory of Adam Cornelison
ZANESVILLE, Ohio — The Zanesville and Duncan Falls communities are mourning the heartbreaking loss of 18-year-old Adam Cornelison, who tragically lost his life in a violent head-on collision on Saturday afternoon. The crash, which occurred on State Route 60 around 3:00 p.m., claimed the lives of Adam and two Newark residents, leaving families, friends, and neighbors devastated.
According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, a 2025 Honda CR-V operated by Bradley Stanley of Newark was traveling northbound when it was struck head-on by a southbound 2010 Mercury Milan that crossed left of center. The driver of the Mercury, Adam Cornelison of Duncan Falls, was pronounced dead at the scene. The two passengers in the Honda were transported with critical injuries to Genesis Hospital, where they tragically passed away.
Adam was a young man full of promise, energy, and potential. Friends and family remember him as kind-hearted, joyful, and deeply committed to those he loved. Though his life was cut tragically short, Adam left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him, from his infectious laughter to the genuine care he showed for others.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash. Authorities are seeking any information from witnesses to help piece together the events that led to this devastating accident.
As the community grapples with this profound loss, family, friends, and neighbors are coming together to honor Adam’s memory. While no words can fill the void left by his passing, those who knew him remember his spirit, his generosity, and the joy he brought into their lives.
Adam Cornelison’s family and friends are in the hearts and prayers of the entire Zanesville and Duncan Falls community. His memory will live on in the stories, laughter, and love shared by those whose lives he touched. May Adam rest in peace, and may his loved ones find strength and comfort in the midst of this unimaginable sorrow.
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