Gregory Glen Zimmerman
June 30, 1954 ~ September 9, 2024
Gregory Glen Zimmerman, age 70, a resident of Philippi, WV and Ohio passed away Monday, September 9, 2024, related to a hunting accident in Eastern Kentucky. Greg was born June 30, 1954, in Ohio. He is the son of Kay (Zurcher) Zimmerman and the late Gene Zimmerman. Greg was united in marriage on June 16, 2017, to Tammy (Martin) Zimmerman, surviving at home.
Greg was an avid hunter and also enjoyed fishing, cooking, golfing, watching baseball games, detailing cars, and spending time with his family. Greg was a basketball legend both as a player and a coach. He played basketball at Alderson Broaddus and was one of the top shooters in the conference and state. He also won numerous conference awards in his playing career.
Greg had successful coaching years at all places he coached, including Guernsey Catholic High School, Flemington High School, Indian Valley High School, St. Edwards High School, and then finished his coaching career with 18 years at his alma mater, Alderson Broaddus. His career at ABU included a record of 390-156, with 11 conference tournament championships, and 9 consecutive berths in the NCAA tournament. He was named Coach of the Year numerous times in the conference and named once as the winningest DII coach in the nation. After his retirement, Greg was inducted into the AB Hall of Fame in 2020.
He was not only a great coach but a true leader. His greatest success in life was his positive influence he had on all of his young athletes and players. Coach Zimmerman’s legacy will always live on.
Surviving is his wife Tammy (Martin) Zimmerman, mother Kay (Zurcher) Zimmerman, children Kacie (James) Scozzafavia, Kristin (Tom) Lewis, and former wife Heidi Zimmerman. Stepchildren Bryant (Sarah) Martin, Ryan Martin, and Corey Martin. Grandchildren Annabelle, Tristan, Cooper, and Thomas Lewis, Joey, Vincenzo, and Marco Scozzafavia, step grandchildren Eli and Easton Martin, and brothers Terry (Cherie) Zimmerman and Jay Zimmerman.
Greg was proceeded in death by his father Gene Zimmerman, sister Jennifer Zimmerman, and granddaughter Gabriella Scozzafavia.
Friends and Family will be received at Alderson Broaddus Coliseum on Saturday, September 14 from 3-8 p.m. and Sunday, September 15 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. in the Coliseum. Proceeding the funeral service, there will be a Celebration of Life.
There will also be a Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, September 19 at 11 a.m. at The St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Dover, Ohio. Burial will be at the Ragersville, Ohio Cemetery. Following the burial will be a Celebration of Life.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the account named “The Greg Zimmerman Memorial Fund” opened at Freedom Bank, Philippi, WV.
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We are sorry to hear of Greg’s passing. Greg was a good friend. We watched Greg and ABU Battlers Basketball at Rex Pyle Arena. We traveled to Charleston wand watched him and his team win the WVIAC championship three years in a row.
So sorry for your lose prayers for the family
Beth and I would like to offer our sympathy to Coach’s passing away. He was legendary in Philippi, and especially as the Coach of the Battlers. His exploits and victories at A-B made him one of the top coaches in the country at the Division II level. I am certainly glad that he came and saw a game at Dover last season. It is hard for me to believe he is gone.
Rest in Peace my friend….
In sympathy,
Bobby and Beth Von Kaenel
RIP Greg, you will be truly Missed
It was really a shock to hear of Greg’s passing. I taught with him when he was coach at FHS. He wasn’t there long before we discovered we shared love of great outdoors and passion for archery hunting. I remember one of his archery buddies Homer coming here from Ohio to hunt. Greg and I spent numerous evenings after school hunting. One of his favorite spots I showed him was Canaan Valley. He would return to his family home in Ohio during Christmas break. and would have some of his Amish friends turn some of my venison into trail Balogne . Of course there was always a lot of good natured bantering with Greg and Mike Carry who was head girls coach. Those two guys brought a wealth of basketball knowledge to FHS One loss I wouldn’t let Greg or Mike forget was a tennis match between the two coaches who were both athletic and two short rotund guys, Phil Rossano the band director was a pretty good tennis player while I on other hand had rarely picked up a rachet. I don’t recall who challenged who to this match but i certainly remember the match. I told Phil I don’t know much about this game. He told me to play up close to net and slam it if they lobbed one my way. As luck would have it I slammed first one back between the two coaches and they later confessed they thought needed to avoid me. Consequently they hit them where Phil was and he ran them ragged . I can still hear the two arguing about who should have returned Phil’s last return or serve. Those were good days at FHS. RIP my friend
So sorry to hear of Greg’s passing. Condolences to Aunt Kay and the entire Zimmerman family.
Ed, Stacey, Emily,Kayla, Mia Mathews
Greg Zimmerman
What can I say?
A fellow Tuscarawas County, Ohio Athlete and friend.
I met Greg through his 1st wife, Heidi.
Heidi’s family — the Argentos lived in my school district & attended the same High School. Heidi was a little older but with such a small school— everyone knew each other. While I was attending ABCollege, I had no vehicle, restricting my ability to get back home on weekends to see my family. As luck would have it, Greg and Heidi resided in the area. They were gracious enough to take me home on several weekends. Greg being the competitor that he was—- the trips were let’s say, speedy!!!! To this day, I have never traveled those roads any faster. Luck would have it, we never incurred any tickets.
I also had the pleasure/ honor to watch several AB games with Greg at the helm. He was masterful. It was a joy.
On a more serious note, Thank you Greg for those memories. You will be so missed.
God bless his family.
Rest in peace, Greg. Until we meet again.
PJ
My sincere sympathy to Greg’s family.
My condolences go out to the entire Zimmerman family. Coach Zimmerman was one of the greatest coaches that I have ever played for. He did so much for me and a lot of players that came through in Alderson Broaddus (AB). Coach Zimmerman will always be an AB legend. Thank you, Coach, for all the great memories we shared. You will be missed, Coach. Rest in Peace. Until we meet again. Love you Coach
Rudy Wallace
Sorry to hear about Greg.Our thoughts are with all your families.I’ll never forget him at Grandma’s.
I will truly miss reminiscing the laughter we shared when talking about your hunting deer with your various vehicles.
If I’m fortunate enough to meet you in Heaven we will reminisce again.
God Bless You Cuz
Gary
Sad to hear the news about Kristen’s father. I didn’t know the man very well but what I remember about Kristen was that she was an exceptional class act classmate at Holy Name High School. An image of her father perhaps? My interaction with coach was brief but I’ll never forget my experience with him, 22 years later. I wish the family nothing but the best and hope in this time of grief they find joy in the celebration of his life.
Dear Tammy & Family, We are so saddened and shocked upon hearing of Greg’s untimely passing. A terrific coach and friend to all who knew him and a mentor to all coaches. Sincere condolences to all. Jim & Pat Marsh
In memory of Gregory “Greg”
Glen Zimmerman, Gus & Kathy Regula lit a candle
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Glen Zimmerman, Brady lit a candle
Such great memories of trips to AB to watch basketball under Coach Zimmerman. He had winning teams and taught them how to win in the game of life. He has young men still winning.
Zimmy. I remember all those softball money tournaments we won together, and afterwards we would stop. I would have a cold brew and you an ice cold pop. Good times on our road trips to play in some major tournaments and the card games after. All
the games in basketball I officiated for you and I was amazed how you could coach and officiated at the same time., RIP my friend GOD BLESS you an your family
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Glen Zimmerman, Claudia Duncan lit a candle
Tammy, and family, we are sending our deepest condolences. May God comfort you and help you through this very difficult time.
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Glen Zimmerman, Margie (Poling) Bennett lit a candle
Im so sorry to hear about the lose of Greg. My prayers are with you Tammy and your Family. He was a amazing coach .
So sorry to hear of Greg’s passing. Tammy, condolences to you and entire family. Always enjoyed spending time with you and Greg in Vegas. He will be missed!