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for Zachary Reeves
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June 24, 2011
Ben Reeves
July 4, 2010
Z-Man, here we are. And the flat fact is, those of us left behind are worse off for your absence. I wish I was a better brother to you than I was. I hope when you think back you remember me with some fond feelings. I hope you can feel something at all. Even if I am given no after-all at all I hope you are. I hope you find something in the great here-after. you deserve better than this world gave you brother. Keep on rockin' Zack. And forgive the wretched living still trapped in this world.
I miss you.
24 and there's so much more. Live alone in a paradise that makes me think of two. Love lost, such a cost, give me things that don't get lost.
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Erik Nicinski
November 20, 2009
Zack, my best friend, my lifelong buddy. I still cannot believe you are not here anymore, but I figured that it is about time I wrote about you in this guestbook. I can still remember fondly how we used to play football in the winter in the grass lot behind my house in Berwyn and how we used to always play with our wrestling action figures when we were younger. Then when we got older, we partied like animals. I will never forget walking down the stairs of your parents house the one morning after we partied all night and your dad saying he couldn't believe we were awake before noon. All the fun times we had at World and Golds Gym training together. I remember when I told you I want to be a professional bodybuilder and you gave me such support and helped me with ABSOLUTELY ANYTHING I needed. We were always so the perfect friend match, two easy going guys who just loved to rock out and have a good time. Whenever I was down, you were always there to say something that could make me laugh and make me feel better and you were often the only one who could. I can never repay you for showing me what real music was. I wish we still had more time together because now that you are not here I just don't know what I am going to do without you. Unfortunately, I cannot change what happened and you were taken from me as well as many others way too soon. Just know, my greatest friend, that when people talk about you, they speak of you only warmly, with love and affection. You will be truly missed my friend.
Maria and Tony Alvarado
November 19, 2009
"My deepest condolences to all the family and his girlfriend. I am a young mother of 2 and met Zach at World Gym and then continue to see him at Gold's; he was always so kind,humble and had this beautiful smile- He reminded me everyday of my oldest son who has similar personality and just filled my heart with such joy... I never knew his name , he was always the "Sweetheart' for me and just last night for the first time that i asked for him and his name they told me about his passing. Could not workout and went home to tell my husband who shares the same thoughts and we have you in our prayers.
Maria and Tony Alvarado
Amy Carlisle
November 18, 2009
My prayers are with the family and friends of Zach. My heart reaches out to you! I cant even being to express what a kind and friendly person Zach was. I have had the pleasure to meet Zach at school which we sat next to each other in class. I have only known Zach for a short time but long enough to know what a nice person he was. I am very lucky and glad to have met Zach. It will sadden me everyday that he wont be there. He will be missed dearly.
Brother Robert Wilsbach, FSC
November 16, 2009
Brother Robert R. Wilsbach, FSC
La Salle House,100 Faculty Lane
Romeoville, IL 60446-1178
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Reeves, Ben and Sue, Ethan, Mrs. Kathryn Reeves, Anna Lopez and members of the family:
I was shocked and saddened to learn of the death of your dear son, brother, grandson, and boy friend, Zachary Reeves. At times such as these, words are unable to carry the full message of comfort and consolation which we want them to bear, but they are all we have. Having experienced the death of my father in 1995, I am aware of the deep emotions which accompany such a loss. Be sure of continued remembrance of him in my prayers and those of all the Brothers here at Lewis.
May the Lord continue to hold you as well as all your family and friends in the hollow of his hand and may you find his comforting presence in the silent power of prayer, in the wisdom of the Scripture, the nourishment of the Eucharist, the beauty of the liturgy, and in all his holy people gathered round you to help us.
I join my voice to the ancient hymn of the early Church:
May the angels lead him into Paradise.
May the martyrs come and welcome him on his way
And lead him into the holy city, Jerusalem.
May the choirs of angels welcome him.
And with Lazarus, who once was poor,
May he have everlasting life. Amen.
I close with the traditional prayer which we Brothers have prayed for over three hundred years:
Live Jesus in our hearts--Forever.
With sympathy and promise of prayers,
Your Brother,
Debi Sakalas
November 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Kristen Sierakowski
November 13, 2009
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. You are in my prayers in this difficult time.
Lowe
November 13, 2009
Zach were going to miss you. You always had a smile on your face at Golds Gym and always were so nice. When I heard the news you had passed away I was in shock. So young so soon. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Reeves family as you deal with the loss of such a great young man(your son). Zack I will never forget your smile and kind words. We'll miss ya.
~God Bless~
Jeff McMillin
November 13, 2009
To Zach's family and friends, I am sorry for your loss. Losing a loved one is always difficult, but it's the most difficult when they die before their time.
The last time I saw Zach was a few years ago at JJC. I talked to him on the bridge. He was wearing his Allman Brothers t-shirt. He had good taste in music! I knew him, because we had study-hall together in high school. I remember quoting Simpsons lines w/ him after lunch, and laughing about how ridiculous some of the kids at school were. He was a nice and easy-going guy.
I'll remember him as a nice dude w/ a good sense of humor. I'm sure he's changed since high school, but I'll bet those traits remained. The memories never fade.
Isabel Velasco
November 12, 2009
Words seem inadequate to express how sorry I am for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Ben Loera
November 12, 2009
You always made me smile, you made it easier on me to show up to work, and working out was a great time because we always had a laugh. I thank you zach. My prayers are with you and your family and ana. Gone but never forgotten!
Patty Dean
November 12, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss and know that you and your family are in my prayers
Rebecca Di Clemente
November 12, 2009
To Zachary's family:
As a mom and as a teacher, I know that nothing is more precious than a child. The love only grows as the child becomes a young adult. I share in your grief and keep you in my prayers.
Miriam Canal
November 12, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories give you strength. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Deb & Pete Frolik
November 12, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Maribel Medina
November 12, 2009
I'm so deeply sorry to hear about the loss of your son. You and your family are in my prayers.
tracy bjekich
November 12, 2009
To simply say that Zack will be missed is an understatement. He was a kind and caring person who was always quick with a smile. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends. Zack, I miss you and will keep your family in my prayers.
Annie Kidd
November 11, 2009
I had the pleasure of being Zack's boss at the Gym. He was a wonderful young man. He never hesitated to volunteer when I needed anything. He had a great personality. Everyone who knew him loved him. I will miss his sweet smile & mild manner. We all loved him & he will be missed by many. His parents should be very proud of the young man they raised. Please know that he is in a better place now & that he is a million times happier now than his greatest moment here on earth...I truly believe this. Some day all of his loved ones will be reunited with him again. Until then cherish his memories to help give you comfort. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Tara Thomas
November 11, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Zach. I worked with Zach at World Gym and everyone from the fellow employees to the members loved him. He greeted everyone that walked in the door with that awesome smile. I will truly miss him. And will always remember him asking me if i had time to give him some advice. And I always had time for Zach. He worked alot at the gym with my daughter Kaylee, and they had a special friendship, they shared their love of music especially Bob Dillon and The Beatles. We will miss Zach so much.
Julie Albrecht
November 11, 2009
I was very saddened to hear the loss of Zach..my heart aches for the family and I just wanted to say how sorry I am that his life was cut too short..He was such a kind person...My thoughts,prayers and deepest sympathy is with his family and friends.
Maryellen Collett
November 11, 2009
I am profoundly saddened to hear of Zack's death. He was one of my best students last semester at Lewis in my Search for Faith course. He was very bright, witty, and lively in class and in his writing. He was naturally curious, and was never afraid to ask questions. His smile lit up the classroom and he was a leader that his classmates admired. I saw kindness, respect, and generosity in the way he interacted with others. He was a wonderful young man who will be deeply missed. My sincere condolences to Zack's family and friends. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Robert L.
November 11, 2009
Zach, you exemplified class. Always a gentleman. You will be truly missed.
jean kearney
November 11, 2009
We are very saddened to hear of the sudden death of Zach. We spent some time with him this past summer when he was an intern in our senior community. Zach was very helpful, respectful of each person abilities, cheerful, knowledgeable and a wonderful example for young adults today!
You are in our thoughts and prayers
Jim & Jean Kearney, Shorewood Glen, IL
Laura Nicinski
November 11, 2009
I would like to express the sadness in my heart at the loss of such a young and special person as Zack. He always insisted on calling me Mrs. Nicinski, even when he was grown up. I’d say “ You can call me Laura now.” Then he’d say, “No, I just can’t do that. It doesn’t seem right.” Always respectful, it’s the way he was raised. I’ve known Zack since he was a little boy in Berwyn. He was my son Erik’s best friend. I was happy that my son found a boy to be friends with that was so much like him. Sadly, I thought that their friendship would fade away when Zack’s family moved to Joliet, but quite the opposite occurred. They kept in touch. My family moved to the Joliet area after Erik graduated high school. It was wonderful for my son to already have a friend nearby. As they grew from boyhood to becoming young men, their friendship grew. Erik said they were “Best friends for life.” I want to thank Zack for being my sons’ best friend. I know that Erik will miss him terribly, as will all the other people whose lives he touched. I hope that the good things shared with Zack will help and comfort broken hearts.
Michael Cihon
November 11, 2009
Zach was a great person ... He will be missed severely. I am sorry for your loss, I am truely speechless.
Tony
November 11, 2009
It is always a very hard thing to lose someone. Zach was a good person. Zack was a good person, and it hurts that he is gone. Always smiling. My thoughts and prayers go to Zach in Heaven, and to his family and friends.
Anna D.
November 10, 2009
Anytime I knew that I would see Zack, I would feel happy because it would mean that him and I would be laughing and sharing stories with each other. Zack was a wonderful friend to me and was incredibly well liked by so many people. Zack will be missed so much. He truly was a loving and caring person. My heart goes out to his family and friends. He will never ever be forgotten.
Sandra
November 10, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with Zach's family and friends. I really enjoyed Working with Zach at Dr. Tsai's office....I have no words, just sad... I won't see my buddy but I know he's okay, because he was such a wonderful, bright person...
Teri Fisch
November 10, 2009
The loss of a child is so difficult to bear; I have no words to even begin to express my sorrow. Please know my deepest sympathies are with you at this time and may the love of family, friends, & co-workers carry you through the coming days. I'll be keeping you and your family in my prayers.
November 10, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with family and friends of Zack. Zack made a wonderful impression on all of us during his internship here. He was a wonderful, caring person & he will be truly missed.
Judy Zero, Shorewood Glen
Mike DeLara
November 10, 2009
I speak for most of Zachs friends in saying that, Zach was such a loving caring friend, his smile never failed to warm hearts, I remember freshman year Zach would always were that damn Peyton Manning jersey, and I would were my raiders Charles Woodson and chase him around. My heart hurts knowing that, that smile is somthing I'm going to have to remember..........And if those Colts win the Super Bowl you know who's behind it!
Yesenia Nunez
November 10, 2009
For some moments in life there are no words. Zach was a great person with a great big heart!I knew him from the Gym and he always had a smile! My thoughts and prayers to his family!
Yesenia Nunez
LaVae Aguilar
November 10, 2009
My heartfelt condolences to Zach's family. I only knew Zach for a short time and I really enjoyed working with him. I think I can speak for all of us that worked with him at Dr. Tsai's office when I say we looked forward to seeing him because he always brought a smile to our faces. He was kind and was always willing to help all of us when ever we needed it. We are going to miss him.
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