James Alan McElfresh, 54, of Zanesville, died February 3, 2012 at the Heath Care Center. He was born October 23, 1957, a son of the late P. Basil and Betty Jane Brown McElfresh. Surviving are four siblings, Barbara Thomas, Malisa Gardner, Jeff McElfresh and John McElfresh; and several nieces and nephews. No calling hours will be observed. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, February 13, 2012 at the Euclid Avenue United Methodist Church, 1304 Euclid Ave., Zanesville with Rev. Alice Baldwin officiating. Bolin-Dierkes Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1271 Blue Ave., Zanesville is entrusted with all arrangements. To send a note of condolence, order flowers or comfort food for the McElfresh Family: www.bolin-dierkesfuneralhome.com