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Michael Zemanek Obituary

Zemanek, Michael Andrew BARRE City, Vt. Michael Andrew Zemanek, 22, of Fecteau Circle, died Thursday, August 1, 2013 at the Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin as a result of a catastrophic medical event while traveling on Interstate 89 in Waterbury. He had been employed as a deputy sheriff in Orange County, Vt. Born December 6, 1990 in Stamford, Conn., he was the son of Mary Anne (Pratte) Zemanek McGreevy and Glenn Zemanek. He was a graduate of Voorheesville High School in 2008 and captained the swimming and diving team. In 2012 he graduated from Norwich University in Northfield, Vt., where he also captained the swimming and diving team as well as being awarded the Norwich University Garrity Award for his achievement in academics and athletics. In May of this year he graduated from the Vermont Police Academy in Pittsford, Vt. and won the highest award for academic achievement. In August 2012, he became a deputy sheriff for the Orange County Sheriff's Department in Chelsea, Vt. He also was a part-time police officer in Northfield, Vt. and had been a part-time police officer in Barre City, Vt. Police work, community service and swimming were very important to Michael. He was a magna cum laude graduate from Norwich University in computer security and information assurances and was currently working on his master's degree in the same discipline at the university. His memberships included the Corps of Cadets at Norwich University, and the Upsilon Pi Epsilon Honor Society for computing and information disciplines. He was a volunteer firefighter in the Voorheesville Fire Department and had been an Eagle Scout and will always be remembered as a "Squared Away Hard Charger." Michael leaves his beloved mother and stepfather, Mary Anne and Gerard McGreevy of Voorheesville; his brother, Daniel R. Zemanek of Guilderland; his father, Warrant Officer Glenn Zemanek of the U.S. Army and his stepmother, Anastasia; his paternal grandparents, John and Connie Zemanek of Nutley, N.J.; numerous uncles, aunts and cousins as well as his beloved godfather, Roderick Walters, of Port Chester. Also, two step-sisters, Jennifer Randall and her family of Castleton, and Susan Koller and her family in Albany, and his special friends, John Houle and Abby Prevost of Barre, Vt. He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Raymond and Helena Pratte. His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 7, 2013 at 11 a.m. at St. Monica Catholic Church in Barre, followed by a service of remembrance and life celebration in the White Chapel at Norwich University in Northfield at 2 p.m. There will be a memorial service to be held at St. Matthew's Roman Catholic Church in Voorheesville at the convenience of his family. Friends and family may call at the Hooker and Whitcomb Funeral Home, 7 Academy Street, Barre on Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions in Michael's name may be made to the Vermont Law Enforcement Memorial Fund in care of the Vermont Police Association, P.O. Box 467 Hardwick, VT 05643.

Published by Albany Times Union on Aug. 5, 2013.
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Still, so VERY PROUD of you Michael!

Mary Anne McGreevy

Mother

July 11, 2019

Missing you Michael, as I do every day... However, the month of July seems to be one of the times the missing is more empty, more deep, more black, more hollow. I am more irritable, more anxious, more broken. It will be six years this July 31st when God took you (and my heart and my soul and my spirit) home. I love you and your brother Daniel more than life itself. I am waiting, I am trying, I am tired, I am divided. With every beat of my heart, with every breath I breathe...I will always be your loving and devoted Mother: You will always be my loving son...always with me. I love you!

Mary Anne McGreevy

July 11, 2019

Two years in a couple of days Mike. A year back I looked at all the dumb conversations you, Dan, Josh, and I through text messages. Laughed real hard. I hope my children grow up to be like you, I could not think of any greater success as a father to have my boys be like the man you were. I miss you big guy. We'll be up in Vermont this weekend, I'll make sure to stop by and leave a drink for you. Keep holding that spot at the bar until we get there. RIP.

Anthony Barker

July 28, 2015

My beloved son...my heart...my soul...I am shattered. I love you with every beat of my heart and miss you with every breath I take. I am so proud to have been your Mom. You made me proud you were my son. You exceeded every dream I had for you. I will never let you go. Just waiting until we are together again in our eternal Heavenly home.

Mom McGreevy

October 8, 2014

Love you buddy. Miss you everyday.

Roland Tousignant

March 21, 2014

Mary and family....I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers and deepest sympathy are with you and your loved ones at this very difficult time. HUGS

Midge Sawyer

August 9, 2013

Rest In Peace..Fly With Angels..

Lori Preti

August 7, 2013

What a amazing young man .

August 7, 2013

A wonderful soul has been called back to GOD.

Ed & Carol Koller

August 7, 2013

Your life was cut to short.. God Bless you.. My heart goes out to your family... You will be missed by many... Rest in peace Michael...

Flinda Horton

August 7, 2013

Our family is so sorry for your tragic loss. Michael was a genuine young man who obviously put his all into everything he did. He touched so many lives here with his bright smile and gentle spirit. A short life but well lived!

Ron, Amy, Nathan and Jordan Henry

August 7, 2013

I didn't know this fine young man. My thoughts go out to his family. And all who did know him. May you rip.

marie thorpe

August 7, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the Zemanek family during this difficult time. God bless you all.

Tim Kritzer

August 6, 2013

It was a pleasure Mike.

August 6, 2013

So sorry for your loss, did not have the pleasure of knowing Mike but felt like I did from the tales Jerry told me. Rest in peace, Mike

Charles Alger

August 6, 2013

Mary and family, we are so sorry to learn of the death of your son. It is never easy to lose a loved one and at such a young age. He made you very proud and I am sure all the memories you have of him will help you thru this time of sorrow. Please except our deepest sympathy and you are in our prayers and thoughts. Linda Lyons & Dave Watson

August 6, 2013

MaryAnne and family, I am sorry for your loss. He looks like a great guy, I would have been proud to have met him. Aubrey

Aubrey Pledger

August 6, 2013

A tragic and sorrowful loss for family, friends and community. The world needs more people like Michael and can spare none. Our prayers are with him.

Carl Alfarano

August 6, 2013

To the Zemanek family, Friends and Brothers and Sisters of Law Enforcement & Fire. I had the liberty of meeting Mike not so long ago and worked with him a some special details.
I will say it pain me among many others who only had the chance to know him for a very short period of time. God bless you my friend.

Sgt. John R. McGrath

August 6, 2013

Mary and Jerry, I was proud to to know Mike. I felt privileged to receive the genuine "Hey Mr Stewart" when I saw him around town, and then catch up on the latest. He was a great kid and a fine man! I am so sorry!
Dan, I understand your pain! Having lost my older brother also, I know that faith and time helps heal. If I can do anything please let me know!

Bill Stewart

August 5, 2013

The Zemanek and Norwich families have lost an amazing young man. Prayers to all who were touched by this loss.

Lisa Ciccone

August 5, 2013

Rest in peace Michael

alecia keating

August 5, 2013

I'm so very sorry for your tragic loss my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Marie, Aunt Margie and Aunt Tess

Marie Sarubbi

August 5, 2013

Michael is a fine young man and will be missed by our sons and all Voorheesville. There is now an empty place in the world with Michael's name on it -- and only God can fill it.

William Denn

August 5, 2013

Mary, Gerry and Dan. I am truly sorry for your loss. "Z" was a wonderful young man, and a friend to many (including my son, Michael Thamsen). You are in my prayers.

Kate Aarnio

August 5, 2013

A tremondous loss to law enforcment, we will miss him.

August 5, 2013

May your faith, family and friends be strongest through this difficult journey. With Deepest Sympathy.

Mary Fisk

August 5, 2013

Rest easy now Michael. I love you brother. We'll meet again.

Barker

August 5, 2013

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August 5, 2013

RIP Michael..heartfelt sympathies to your family,friends,and co workers.remember you from the acdemy grad. with our grandson vt. state trooper.Zachary Gauthier.God Bless.Mr.&Mrs.Richard Gauthier

D iane Gauthier

August 5, 2013

Mary and Gerry....my heart is filled with sorrow and words cannot express how sad it was to hear of this tragedy. What a tremendous and accomplished life Michael lived for too short of a time. Mary, I know how proud you were of Michael when we talked at work. My heartfelt sympathies go out to both of you and all of your family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Jack Kolach, NYSP

August 5, 2013

With heartfelt sorrow for both families of Michael.
Stan Pruszynski (Bayside, New York)

August 5, 2013

We are truly diminished by your loss Michael.

Joby Feccia

August 5, 2013

I consider myself fortunate to have worked with Mike in his high school years. My heart goes out to the Zemanek family.

Patrick Corrigan`

August 5, 2013

On My Honor, I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law. These are strong word to live by. Michael has accomplished them all in the short time he was with us here on earth. As a youth leader of our Boy Scout Troop Mike has learned, followed and passed on these values to many. Your memory and HONOR will always be in our hearts.
Rest in peace my friend.

Raymond Ginter

August 5, 2013

Our daughter Tara, was Mike's friend. They worked together at the VHS learn to swim program. We were fortunate to know him as he visited our home quite frequently. Words cannot express our sorrow. We send our thoughts and prayers.

The Dougherty's

August 5, 2013

You are now with the Angels in Heaven...Praying for your loved ones...

Cathy Greene

August 5, 2013

Your time with us was cut way too short, especially for someone with so many gifts to offer those who knew you. Rest in peace my brother.

Marc Poulin

August 5, 2013

Mary - I am so truly sorry to hear about your loss with Michael. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May all his accomplishments, love, and inspiration that he has left behind help heal you through this difficult time.

Michelle Smith

August 5, 2013

Zemanek Family (Glenn, Maryanne & Dan);
Words can not express the sorrow and pain we feel with Michael's untimely death. Our Thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.

Tom Ritchey, President

August 5, 2013

Barb White

August 5, 2013

Mike, you will be greatly missed. You were great to work with and train with. My heart goes out to his parents.

Jim Wells

August 5, 2013

Mary,Gerry and Daniel and family, Words cannot utter the tremendous loss of someone so young and with such promise. He is serving God now and know in your hearts you'll see him again. If there is even the littlest thing I can do for you right now, let me know. I pray for all of you. Heartfelt condolences. "You have made known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand." Psalm 16

Linda Langevoort

August 5, 2013

My deepest sympathies are extended to the Zemanek family and all those who knew and loved this young man. His family is a fine example of service to something other than oneself and his desire to continue that honorable tradition speaks well of the man.
RIP and Bless the loved and lost. Sergeant Major Brendan O'Connor

August 5, 2013

To Mary & Jerry there are no words but my deepest condolences and pray to u and your family in this time of need. My heart and prays go out to all, and may God Bless.

Loretta Ryans

August 5, 2013

At times like this I regret that we all live so far apart. Our prayers are being sent heavenward daily for you and your family. Sandy Yaude and family

August 5, 2013

I will always remember Mike as being hard working, determined, courageous and forever pursuing what makes him happy. I have great respect and pride for Mike's drive and accomplishments. My thoughts are with his family. May the memories and love you have carry you through this difficult time.

Shannon Moller-Fortran

August 4, 2013

So sorry for the loss of such a handsome young man, To Mom Mary, you will always miss him, Yet close your eyes, you will feel him in your arms!!!

Robin "DINGMAN" George

August 4, 2013

For every life has a purpose to fill, a purpose which us humans can seldom infer. But Michael was a gift from heaven, whose purpose was to make this world understand what love, friendship, goodness, and humbleness was all about. Goodness belongs to heaven, and I know Michael is watching us from there, bestowing his beautiful smile upon us. May his soul rest in peace.

James & Gyla Dziobek

August 4, 2013

Our hearts go out to the Zemanek family on this terrible loss.
Thomas and Rosemary DeJulio
President
Kiwanis International

August 4, 2013

He will be greatly missed and my condolences and prayers go out to his family !

Stephanie Mossey

August 4, 2013

He will be greatly missed and my condolences and prayers go out to his family !

Stephanie Mossey

August 4, 2013

Dan Im very Sorry for the loss of your brother . May he rest in peace . May the father in heaven give you peace in this tracic loss in your life .

Tracy Bassler

August 4, 2013

He will be missed by all. May the blessings be with his family at this time. I will miss his smile.

Audra Stempel

August 4, 2013

Michael, you were very sweet and hard working young man. My thoughts are with you everyday and with your family. R.I.P.

Renada Walters

August 4, 2013

My prayers are with your family, Mike. You were a great friend and brother. I'm glad I had the opportunity to know you and become friends during out time at the Wick. Watch over us from above bud, and keep smiling down on us.

NU '12

Shawn Lo Bue

August 4, 2013

sorry for your lost Maryanne

August 4, 2013

My heart goes out to your family and my prayers

Earl Larson

August 4, 2013

God Bless you and your Family during this difficult time. May our Lord cover you with his love and peace! Many hugs to your Family! Peggy Gano (Harper)

August 4, 2013

I wish, I could have done more... Rest in peace, young man. All my condolences to the family and friends.

Magali Rosado

August 4, 2013

Aunt Maryanne, Cousin Daniel & Glenn;
I am so sorry for your loss, this family will forever be saddened with Michael's untimely death. Michael grew up from a sweet loving little boy to a well accomplished young man I am so proud of him and will always miss him, you are in my Prayers, I Love You All.

Becky Slapp (Rice)

August 4, 2013

He accomplished more in his young life than most people do in their lifetime. May he rest in peace in God's loving embrace.

Roland and Sue Tousignant

August 4, 2013

It's so sad when a young person with so much good in them and so much to offer the world passes. I'm very sorry for your loss.

August 4, 2013

Zemanek Family,
Words can not express the sorrow and pain we feel for the loss of your son Michael.
With our deepest sympathy,
J2, Camp Integrity, Afghanistan

J2 Camp Integrity

August 4, 2013

I am so sorry for this tragic event.

Danny Haidar

August 4, 2013

Our hearts and prayers are with all of Mike's family, friends and fellow officers. He was a good friend of our son since high school and we will always remember his great smile, his genuine character, his big heart, his intelligence and his passion for swimming. We honor all that Mike accomplished in his 22 years, and we share in your grief.

The Gorka Family

August 4, 2013

Heartbroken for the family. Thinking of you and sending prayers.

Marty Deane

August 3, 2013

August 3, 2013

Our prayers are with your family. Our son graduated from the academy with Michael and has nothing but the highest praise and respect for him.May you find peace in the joy he brought to others.

Rick and Cindy Miller

August 3, 2013

Our prayers to your family.

Chris and Terry Revella

August 3, 2013

Jane and Keith Christiansen

August 3, 2013

Andrew Bleidner

August 3, 2013

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