Amador County – The Amador County Board of Supervisors observed a moment of silence in its meeting Tuesday in honor of Mathew Zanze, who passed away suddenly on Feb. 1 at Mercy General Hospital in Sacramento.

Supervisor Chairman John Plasse asked for the moment to observe Zanze’s passing, and in honor of his children, Aaron, Joshua and Kristen, and their mother, Linda Zanze. Plasse said as Director of the Amador County Health and Human Services, Zanze was a friend and co-worker, and “he will be greatly missed.”

Supervisor Ted Novelli said Zanze was a Navy medical corpsman attached to the First Tank Marine Division, and he “used to call him Doc.” He said Zanze was a “good friend and a good comrade.” Novelli, as a former county worker, knew him from that position, and knew as a corpsman he had a higher drive and dedication.

Supervisor Louis Boitano said Zanze “really had a passion for his job,” which he saw when Zanze “took on Child Protective Services years ago.” He said “I will miss him.” He said there will probably be some young adults who remember him and appreciate him.

Supervisor Brian Oneto said he liked Zanze, who did not do his job for the money, but genuinely liked doing it. Oneto worked volunteering on election nights with Zanze, carrying ballot and election material from delivery vehicles to the election office. Oneto said he loved this county and he loved people, though he did not always agree with you.

Supervisor Richard Forster said Zanze worked in probably one of the toughest areas, with child protection services, and he kept the confidentiality. He was bound by law and he did his job. Forster said he was able to go out in the field with him and was able to see his work ethic first-hand.

Plasse said a visitation is planned for 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 10 at Daneri Mortuary in Jackson. Zanze’s funeral is 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 11, also at Daneri’s.

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