Gary M. Frey

Gary M. Frey passed away Monday, May 13th, 2024, at Genesis Hospital in Zanesville, OH. Gary was born on June 16th, 1952 in Canton, Ohio and graduated from Carrollton High School in 1970. He furthered his education at Ohio State College of Agriculture, receiving his Bachelor's degree in 1974 and later obtained his Masters in Education from Bowling Green State University. He worked as a science teacher for over forty years at Zanesville High School and Zanesville Community High School. Through his passion for teaching, he impacted the lives of countless students. Gary was also a musician, playing in several bands in the greater Zanesville area throughout his life. Gary loved to work with his hands, working on several construction projects in his free time, and never stopped learning.

He is survived by his wife, Jenny Frey, stepdaughter Lauren Williams, Sister Donna S. Royalty (Marv), Brother Stanley Frey (Cheri), Nephew Justin Frey, Niece Brooke Raines, Nephew Doug Raines, Grand Nieces Mia Raines, Annie Raines, and Grand Nephews Hunter Frey, and Bryson Frey.

He is preceded in death by his parents Charles E. and Frances M. Frey.

The family will have a Celebration of Life service at Zanesville Community High School, 920 Moxahala Avenue, Zanesville, Ohio 43701, on Monday, May 20th from 5-8 PM. Arrangements have been entrusted to BOLIN-DIERKES FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 1271 BLUE AVENUE, ZANESVILLE.

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