Mark “Dover” Gildow

Mark A. “Dover” Gildow, 70 of Zanesville, died, March 18, 2026, at his home. He was born Monday, August 8, 1955, in Zanesville, the son of Thomas F. Gildow and Dorothy M. (Bozek) Gildow.

Mark was a 1973 Graduate of Rosecrans High School, and retired following over 40 years of service with Owens Brockway Glass. He also served as union president during his tenure with Brockway. He was an avid and loyal Cleveland Browns Fan, loved classic rock, and was a bird watcher. Mark was an animal lover, especially his dog, Jasper, and played drums as a hobby for many years.

Mark is survived by two daughters, Sarah (Brad) Davis, Tessa Neff; seven grandchildren, Ethan (Averie Lambert) Fisher, Devon Davis, Lindsey (Cody) Utt, Lucy Davis, Dawson Davis, Nora Neff, and Leah Neff; one great grandchild on the way; two brothers, Ron (Mary Beth) Gildow and John (JoAnn Reed) Gildow; his twin sister, Marcia A. “Flo” Owen; a very special friend and companion, Kathy Graff, and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Mark was preceded in death by one brother, Pvt. Thomas J. Gildow who died in the Vietnam War.

Friends may call 4:00 PM till 6:00 PM, Monday, March 23, 2026, at the Hillis Combs Funeral Home, 935 Forest Avenue, Zanesville. Funeral Services will follow at 6:00 PM, with Rev Darren Tolbert officiating. To sign the online guestbook or leave a personal note of condolence please visit www.hilliscombsfh.com.