Elizabeth "Liz" J. Hoffer, 80, of Zanesville passed at 12:51 PM Monday, April 5, 2021 at the Genesis Hospital CCU. She was born on Monday, March 24, 1941 in Ironton, Ohio the daughter of Alfred Lowe and Juanita Likens Lowe. Liz enjoyed bowling, bingo and playing cards with her family. She was very loving and caring, always made sure to help others. She is survived by three sons, Mark (Denise) Hoffer, Stephen Hoffer and Danny (Kathy) Hoffer; two grandsons, Jasper and Julian Hoffer; a...

Matthew Eric Ferraro, age 56, of Columbus, Ohio formerly of Zanesville passed away on April 2, 2021. He was born on August 6, 1964 in Zanesville, Ohio to the late Anthony J. and Dorothy E. (Wile) Ferraro. Matthew was a loving husband, brother, uncle and friend to many. He especially was fond of all his four legged friends that he loved and took great care of their wellbeing. His love for all animals, his loving caring heart and his gentleness is who he was. Matthew was an avid garner and...

Shirley A. Mann, 67 of Zanesville died at 11:24 AM Thursday, April 1, 2021 at the Riverside Methodist Hospital following a short illness. She was born June 12, 1953 in Ironspot, Ohio the daughter of Noah Ihinger and Frances Cain Ihinger. Shirley had worked with at a veterinary clinic for many years. She was an animal lover, had worked as a dog groomer and trained horses. She is survived by her three children; Philip (fiance, Susan Grassel) Mann, Jennifer S. Mann and Kristie (Tom) Harmer; her...

Robert “Bud” Brent Tague, 79 of Zanesville passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family Monday, March 29th, 2021 after a short battle with cancer. He was born May 9, 1941 in Zanesville Ohio. He attended and graduated from Rosecrans High school. This is where he met the love of his life Sally. Bud and Sally have been together 63 years and married 59 of those. They have both said over the years they have been the best years. Bud was a member of St. Nicholas Catholic...

Antonios Khoury, 96 of Zanesville died at 12:37 P.M. Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at his residence. He was born on New Year’s Day, January 1, 1925 in Safita, Syria the son of Waheeh Khoury and Mariam Khoury. Antonios was Catholic by faith and was owner and operator of a shoe store in Syria until his retirement. After his retirement, he moved to the United States. He is survived by a daughter, Dr. Samar Khoury; a son Dr. Taleb (Katarzyna) Khoury; a granddaughter, Angelena Khoury; and a...

Charles "Chad" Edward Adams, 53 of Nashport died at 4:17 PM Friday, March 19, 2021 at the Licking Memorial Hospital under hospice care. He was born October 29, 1967 in Zanesville, OH the son of William E. Adams and Patty S. Gray Adams. Chad was a graduate of Tri Valley high school and CPI with a master ASE mechanic certifications. He was an ASE master Mechanic for 32 years having most recently worked at Chief's Automotive. He was an avid bowler for many years and was a member...

Barbara Josephine Finan, 81, of Zanesville gained her angel wings on Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at Genesis Morrison House Hospice. Born December 23, 1939 in Zanesville to the late Antonio and Antonia Adornetto Rosta. She was married on July 6, 1963 to Greg Finan. Barb had a very deep faith; she was a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church. Graduated from Rosecrans High School and the Good Samaritan School of Nursing. She started her long, proud nursing career as an office nurse for Dr. Dominic...

James "Jim" Harold Thorne, 86, of Zanesville passed away at his residence the morning of March 10th, 2021. He was born on May 31, 1934 in Zanesville, Ohio to the late James Truman Thorne and Stella Baird Thorne. Jim was a member of Grace United Methodist Church and Kiwanis and he served in the Army Reserves for 8 years. Along with his wife Sue, he established Thorne Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning in 1965 and served the residents of Zanesville and the surrounding area until his...

Kevin Michael Matthews, 44 of Dresden died Friday morning, March 5, 2021 at his residence following some recent having heart related issues. He was born November 15, 1976 in Mount Vernon the son of Lawrence Matthews and Connie Mealey Matthews. Kevin had been employed as a prison guard in Lebanon & Mansfield in the maximum security area and also a mechanic. He especially enjoyed his community & enjoyed helping anyone he could. He is survived by his son, Justus Matthews; mother, Connie...

Frank H. Gorsky II, 67 of Zanesville died at 12:37 P.M. Thursday, March 4, 2021 at the Genesis Hospital Emergency Room following a sudden llness. He was born January 28, 1954 in Zanesville the son of Frank H. Gorsky Sr. and Ruth Doris Dietz Gorsky. Frank was the owner and driver for Gorsky Trucking and also part owner of Willowbrook Coal Company in Sugarcreek, OH. He was a member of St. Nicholas Catholic Church and a farmer. Frank enjoyed deep-sea fishing, gambling and visiting the Crazy...