Thomas E Forker's obituary , Passed away on May 15, 2025 in Zanesville, Ohio

Thomas E Forker

September 22, 1951 - May 15, 2025 (73 years old)

Zanesville, Ohio

Thomas E Forker's obituary , Passed away on May 15, 2025 in Zanesville, Ohio

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DeLong-Baker & Lanning Funeral Home

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Thomas E Forker

September 22, 1951 - May 15, 2025 (73 years old)

Zanesville, Ohio

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Thomas E Forker Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Thomas E Forker of Zanesville, Ohio, who passed away on May 15, 2025 at the age of 73. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William H. Forker Sr. and Margaret "Peggy" Forker (Marsh); his parents-in-law, Wanda DeVall Ralston Cooper and Harold R. Ralston Sr.; and his brothers-in-law, Harold R. Ralston Jr. and Gary B. Cooper.

He is survived by: his wife Brenda Forker (Ralston); his children, Wendy Mettler (Bryan) and Scott Forker (Tina); his grandchildren, Andrew Williams (Abbey), Austin Williams, Zackhery Forker (Whitney), Brandon Forker, Logan Forker and Matthew Mettler; his stepgrandchild Reigh Tabler (Brice); his brother William Forker Jr. (Sandy); and his sister-in-law Sherry Huey (Doug). He is also survived by 3 great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

To sign the online guestbook or to make a donation, please visit http://www.delongbakerlanning.com.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
DeLong-Baker & Lanning Funeral Home



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May 19

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DeLong-Baker & Lanning Funeral Home
56 S 5th St, Zanesville, OH 43701

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May 19

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DeLong-Baker & Lanning Funeral Home
56 S 5th St, Zanesville, OH 43701

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May 20

Visitation

Coburn United Methodist Church
3618 Maple Ave, Zanesville, OH 43701

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May 20

Funeral service

Coburn United Methodist Church
3618 Maple Ave, Zanesville, OH 43701

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