Keith Little

Keith Alan Little, 68, of Zanesville passed away on Tuesday January 27, 2026, at Adams Lane Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. He was born June 28, 1957, in Zanesville, Ohio, the son of the late Donald W. and F. Carol (Ice) Little. He graduated from Zanesville High School in 1975. He worked in the kitchen of the Bethesda Hospital during and after his high school years.
Although Keith lived with schizophrenia in his adult life, he was a kind soul with a good heart and a gentle spirit. He also had a wonderful sense of humor. His favorite thing to do was to hang out with his family, He had a love for dogs, rock and roll music of the 60’s and 70’s and just talking about anything and everything, especially his childhood memories.
He is survived by his siblings, Brian Little of Zanesville, and Cindy Nye (Lee Williams) of Canal Winchester, and his stepmother, Martha Little of Longs, South Carolina.
Friends and family may call from 1:00 P.M. until time of service starting at 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at BOLIN-DIERKES FUNERAL HOME, 1271 BLUE AVENUE, ZANESVILLE, with Pastor Jason Boggs officiating. Keith will be laid to rest at Zanesville Memorial Park Cemetery.
The family wishes to acknowledge Adams Lane Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Genesis Hospice, and County Garden Manor who offered support throughout his life.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Eastern Alliance C.O.G. 1500 Coal Run Rd, Zanesville, OH 43701-9167, which is the local Nami organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness
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