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Gary Zaleta Obituary

Zaleta, Gary R..
Gary R. Zaleta (Z-Man) passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2013. He was survived by his three children Christopher, Jonathan and Stephanie, their mother Sandi, his brother Michael and his wife Susan, his brother Wayne, greatly loved and appreciated Bob and Laura, dear nieces and nephews and many other friends and relatives. He was predeceased by his parents Andrew J. and Helene and his brother Andrew R. He grew up in Fairfield, CT and proudly served in the Navy after high school. After returning from Vietnam he continued his community service becoming a firefighter for the town of Fairfield, retiring after 25 years of service. He then became a Fire Marshal for the town of Monroe and a Fire Investigator for Thomas J. Russo Consultants of Connecticut. He was very dedicated to The American Red Cross, donating blood as much as he could. Of the many organizations he belonged to, he especially enjoyed his time with the CT Firefighters Pipes and Drums, being one of the founding members. He enjoyed spending his free time at a casino, traveling coast to coast to experience as many as he could. He was loved my many and will be sadly missed. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Gary's memory to The Connecticut Burns Foundation or the Burn Center at Bridgeport Hospital . A Funeral Service will be held Friday, May 17th, 2013 at 11am at the Spadaccino and Leo P. Gallagher & Son Community Funeral Home, 315 Monroe Turnpike, Monroe. Calling hours will be Thursday, May 16th, from 4pm-8pm at the Spadaccino and Leo P. Gallagher & Son Community Funeral Home, 315 Monroe Turnpike, Monroe. Burial will follow in St. Johns Cemetery, Moose Hill Road, Monroe.
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Published by Connecticut Post on May 15, 2013.
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May 21, 2013

To the Zaleta family, We hope that there is some comfort to know that friends from long ago are thinking of you today and are sorry for your loss. Joe & Bethanne Bartovic

Joe & Beth Bartovic

May 18, 2013

To the Zaleta Family, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Gary and I were volunteer firefighters at eng 3 res15cue in 70s 80s very sad god bless you gary in heaven brother

bert emery

May 17, 2013

To the Zaleta Family,I will never forget Gary helping me when I had my motorcycle accidentin 1982. Sorry for your loss.He will be remembered by all he helped Im sure. Carl Massafra

May 16, 2013

To the Zaleta Family, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Gary and I were volunteer firefighters 41 years ago on Emergency Truck 15 in Fairfield. It was an honor to know Gary who was so very capable as a firefighter. William Bernhard Victoria, Va.

May 16, 2013

Dear John & Family

Sorry for the lost of your father may you find peace and comfort that he is with the Lord and is in peace. God Bless you and your Family.

Patricia Smalls-Hoffman Fuel

May 16, 2013

Special prayers for the Zaleta family. May your many memories help to bring you some comfort.

Susan Barrett

May 16, 2013

My deepest sympathies to the Zaleta family. Gary will be remembered as one of the true, all-around, nice guy Heroes in the fire service. He will be missed greatly. Wishing you all the best in these difficult times.

Philip Hayes

May 16, 2013

Our deepest sympathy goes to Michael, Wayne, Sandi, Christopher, Jonathan, and Stephanie at this difficult time of loss. Gary's ready smile was always welcome, as was his sense of humor. His love of his work, love of family, and ability to make people feel welcome will be greatly missed. Our love and prayers are with you all...Aunt Cele and Cousins Pinky, Rudy, Jody, and Randy.

Cecelia Colon

May 15, 2013

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.

Sending my deepest condolences, may he rest in peace.

Elizabeth Honcharik

May 15, 2013

Chris, so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He will be missed.

Marylee Woitowitz

May 15, 2013

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find Pease find Peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.

May 15, 2013

We are proud to have known Gary and we are sending our sympathy in this time of sorrow. He is going to be greatly missed.

James & Bonnie Sandor

May 15, 2013

Chris - thinking of you and your entire family at this sad time. Wishing you peace and love -

Bill & Ellen Roy

May 15, 2013

So sorry Stephanie and family for the loss of your amazing father and friend. Marion Jackson (New Orleans)

May 15, 2013

Our deepest condolences from the Schede family. Rest in peace Gary.

Schede Family

May 15, 2013

Our deepest condolences to the Zaleta family. Gary was a great guy and will be missed by many. Gary, I will never forget what you did for my brother. Rest in peace.

Robert & Sharon Massafra

May 15, 2013

Zaleta Family I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I know he will always remain in your hearts

Arlene Skovira

May 15, 2013

Chris, our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time.Sam and Mary Ellen Recupero

May 15, 2013

Zman gone but will never be forgotten. Many years of laughs and good times at 3's. RIP

Vinny O

May 15, 2013

My heart is saddened by the loss of a great jolly man. The firehouse will not be the same. My condolences to the family.

Tricia Torreso

May 15, 2013

Words can not express my sorrow!! R.I.P my Brother, my Friend!!!!

Bob Albert

May 15, 2013

Sandi,
I am sorry to hear about Gary. (Mr. Wood)
I send my hugs from Florida. May God bless all of you in this time of need.

Jean Allen

May 15, 2013

You'll truly be missed by many. I say this with a heavy heart and a year in my eye. I won't be sad but only remember the great times we've spent together.
We'll raise a glass in your honor at Mcsorleys again.
Be Good or Be Gone.
Rest easy my friend

Mike McClain

May 15, 2013

Sincerest condolences to the entire family of Gary Zaleta. My memories of Gary are of a warm smiling face with a terrific personality. He was a very fun loving man. Special condolences to my cousins, Sandi, Chris, Jesse & Stephanie.

May 15, 2013

Z-man: You were one in a million. So many memories and good times. RIP brother.

Bill Davin

May 15, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

The Staff of Spadaccino Funeral Home

May 15, 2013

RIP Brother.
To the family, I'm very sorry for your loss. I worked with Gary for a couple years before he retired. I can still picture him always wanting to cook at the picnics of course with a red bandana on his head.
He will be missed.
Jeff DeNitto

May 13, 2013

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