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CloseKevin Gorham|Steven A. Bush - April 6, 2021
Celebration of Life for Jack Gorham

Jack passed away on Thursday, April 1, 2021 at his residence in Heath. He was born March 22, 1935 in Athens, the son of the late Gerson Dale and Ruth (Cox) Gorham. He was a graduate of Athens H.S., class of 1953, and was a professional jazz musician for a large portion of his life. In 1972, along with his wife Yvonne, he founded Pizza Cottage and grew it into a successful chain of businesses around the area. In their retirement Jack and Yvonne enjoyed spending time in Bradenton Florida, where Jack continued to play the drums. He is survived by his loving family: wife Yvonne (Gabbard) whom he married on September 24, 1956; children Kim Schriver of Heath, Kevin (Jennifer) Gorham of Millersport and Keith (Loretta) Gorham of Bellville; grandchildren Travis (Jenna) Gorham, Tyler (Julie) Gorham Shae Gorham (Tory) and Nautica Schriver (Alex); along with his great grandchildren Emery and Jude. A step-brother Robert Judson also survives, along with several nieces and nephews. His canine companion “Teddy Bear” of whom Jack was crazy about, also survives. In addition to his parents, He was preceded in death by his sister Sue Tarbutton. The family prefers that expressions of sympathy, in the form of memorial contributions be directed to the Millersport Covenant Church, P.O. Box 365, Millersport, OH 43046.
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