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Zachary Van Zant Obituary
Our son and brother, a beautiful, gentle, innocent soul, completed his journey here on earth, peacefully, on October 24, 2014, with his family by his side. His parents, Wiley and Jane, and brother Garrett, were blessed to have him in their lives for 21 years. Zachary will also be lovingly remembered by many aunts and uncles, cousins, friends and all who have met him. A Celebration of Zachary's Life will be held at Islington United Church, 25 Burnhamthorpe Rd., (North of Dundas St. W.) on Wednesday, October 29, 2014 at 2 p.m. Cremation has taken place. In Zachary's Memory, donations may be made to Aptus (formerly MukiBaum) Treatment Centre. Arrangements entrusted to Turner & Porter Butler Chapel, 416-231-2283. Online condolences may be made through www.turnerporter.ca
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Memories and Condolences
for Zachary Van Zant
36 Entries
Deborah Randall-Wood
November 3, 2014
Dear Wiley . . . You spoke about Zachary and your family with such pride and love and admiration. I will pray that the love and support of your friends, family, and each other, along with your treasured memories, will bring you comfort and peace.
With deepest sympathy, Deborah Randall-Wood
October 30, 2014
Jane, Wiley & Garrett - My heart and prayers go out to you at this most difficult time. May your memories of Zachary and the love of your family surround you and give you strength and peace in the days ahead. Karen Andrade
David Montgomery
October 30, 2014
Dear Wiley, Jane, and Garrett,
Thinking of you at this profoundly dreadful time. I am so sorry to be hearing about Zachary. It just isn't sinking in. May God surround you as try to cope with your loss.
David Montgomery
October 29, 2014
Garrett, Jane and Willen,
We are deeply saddened by the news of Zachary passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Nicolas and Jean Constantin
Lori Van Zant
October 29, 2014
Wiley,Jane and Garrett, We are so sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Zachary. You are in are thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time! Love Clint & Lori
Helen,Bill and James Sersta
October 28, 2014
Dear Jane, Wiley and Garrett, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time and the days ahead. We want to offer out deepest condolences and much strength to you all. We have had the pleasure of knowing Zachary since the day we were accepted to Giant steps and on to Muki Baum.(Aptus). We were at his graduation.He was James's best friend and classmate. A sweet angel that will be missed by all.
We are so sorry for your loss
October 28, 2014
Wiley, Jane and Garrett
My thoughts are with you at this time. I know you made a lovely life for Zachary and you will always remember the joy he brought to your lives.
Jane Sanders
October 28, 2014
pray are with you and family.PETER and JUDY SCHROEDER
Wanda
October 28, 2014
Dear Jane, Wiley and Garrett, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time and the days ahead. I want to offer my deepest condolences and much strength to you all.
October 28, 2014
Very sorry to hear about your lost Willey and Jane prays are with you and our family .Peter and JUDY Schroeder
October 28, 2014
Wiley and Family, I only met Zach once but it was obvious how proud you were of him and how much he was loved. Know that you are in my prayers.
Marilyn Rook
October 28, 2014
Our dear friends; Wiley, Jane and Garrett. We know our words are not quite adequate to express the sorrow we feel. Zach was such a beautiful, charming & sweet boy, it is truly the reflection of such wonderful parents and brother. The news is so heartbreaking. We will pray and ask God's blessings on you and your wonderful family. Lots of Hugs. Dennis & Pauline Lachance
Sarojinder Kaur
October 28, 2014
Dear Jane,Wiley and Garrett
My deepest condolences. Zachary was a great kid. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Christina Muystra
October 28, 2014
A loss that words are absent, Wiley and your family, Our thoughts are with you, Your "family" of the Palliative Care Unit at The Grace...
Jovelyn Acosta
October 27, 2014
Dear Wiley, Jane and Garrett,
My Deepest Condolences to you all.May God's comfort and God's strength be upon you all at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Jovy
Marilyn Norris
October 27, 2014
I am so sorry for the loss of your son.
For Zachary:
The heart is filled with sorrow
for the loss of a beloved son.
He has been lifted from this earth
to shine his love on everyone.
When a parent's love knows no boundaries
then a child will love the same.
Your son knew only kindness
from your love too large to tame.
With deepest sympathies,
Melanie Bossin
October 27, 2014
Dear Jane, Wiley and Garrett,
I'm so sorry for your loss. It was my honour and pleasure to know and work with Zach (both at Giant Steps and inclusion). His big smile (almost a smirk at times) was contagious. I'll never forget it. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Melanie Bossin
October 27, 2014
Dear Wiley, Jane and Garrett,
We are deeply saddened to learn of Zachary's passing. We remember him very fondly and know he will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. We want to extend our heartfelt condolences to you and all the family as you cope with this devastating loss.
Sincerely, Gary and Eleanor Beauchemin
Catherine Petch
October 27, 2014
Wiley
I wanted to reach out to let you know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. The stories you shared spoke of a special person. Zachary will be missed.
Benedict Irhuegbae, OCT.
October 27, 2014
The deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Zachary. Being his teacher in his final year of high school gave me the opportunity to know him very closely. Zac was a lovely and affectionate person and he will be greatly missed. May perpetual light shine on his gentle soul. Adieu Zachary! Signed, Benedict Irhuegbae, OCT.
October 27, 2014
Dear Jane,Wiley and Garrett, I pray God grant you the strength to bear with the lost of your son. I will treasure all the memories we had at Muki Baum when I was working with him. God bless his soul. Maria Quintanilla
Nicole Welbanks
October 27, 2014
Jane and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
October 27, 2014
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with each you, Jane, Wiley and Garrett. Peace and strength be with you. - Ray Stasiulis & Catherine Groulx
My consolences
Noel Moniz
October 27, 2014
Dear Jane,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss,
It seems so cruel to lose one so dear. Time may dull the pain, but we will never forget the loved one. Please accept my sympathy for the loss of your son.
Ivan Ip
October 27, 2014
The news of Zachary's loss is heartbreaking. Please know that Mary Lou and I are thinking of you and your family, and that there is boundless love and prayer being offered for your family.
You and Jane have so much to be proud of in offering your beloved son Zachary unconditional love. In this time of sorrow, mixed with gratitude for the sheer celebration of Zachary's life, please know we are with you.
France Truong
October 27, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Wiley and Garrett.
France Truong
October 27, 2014
May the constant love of friends and family soften your sadness.
May the cherished memories bring you moments of comfort.
May lasting peace surround your hearts.
My heart goes out to you and your family.
Nick Hayduk
October 27, 2014
Dear Jane, Wiley and Garrett, my sincerest condolences. My thoughts are with you.
Paul & Kathleen
October 27, 2014
You are all in our prayers, Jane Wiley & Garrett. Grateful that we met Zachary, He was a sweet boy who will be missed.
Peter Ehrlich
October 27, 2014
Jane, Wiley, Garrett,
My heart aches and sobs for and with you. You'll be together again. Peter Ehrlich
John Carrington
October 27, 2014
Jane, Wiley and Garrett - What shocking news! We are never prepared for moments like this, are we? At this time of loss, I hope your memories of Zach will buoy you up and help you take your next steps forward. May God's peace be with you.
Tracey Thom
October 27, 2014
Jane, Wiley and Garrett -
You made his life so special, and he yours. My thoughts, prayers and best wishes for all of you at this difficult time.
Kris Brown
October 27, 2014
Wiley, Jane and Garrett,
I am so very sorry you lost Zachary. My heart goes out to you and the grief and anguish you must be going through. This poem made me think of you and your angel, Jane. I know death leaves a heartache no one can heal, but love leaves memories no one can steal.
The Cord
We are connected,
My child and I, by
An invisible cord
Not seen by the eye.
It's not like the cord
That connects us 'til birth
This cord can't been seen
by any on Earth.
This cord does it's work
Right from the start.
It binds us together
Attached to my heart.
I know that it's there
Though no one can see
The invisible cord
From my child to me.
The strength of this cord
Is hard to describe.
It can't be destroyed
It can't be denied.
It's stronger than any cord
Man could create
It withstands the test
Can hold any weight.
And though you are gone,
Though you're not here with me,
The cord is still there
But no one can see.
It pulls at my heart
I am bruised...I am sore,
But this cord is my lifeline
As never before.
I am thankful that God
Connects us this way
A mother and child
Death can't take it away!
Love Kris
October 27, 2014
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Mella
Ashley Grant deMercado
October 27, 2014
Wiley, Jane and Garrett - my deepest condolences to you all. We will miss Zach SO MUCH and find comfort in the fact that his memory will live forever in the hearts of all of us at Aptus. BIG HUGS, thoughts and prayers. Ashley Grant deMercado
October 27, 2014
Wiley, Jane & Garrett,
Our sincere condolences on Zach's passing. Will be thinking and praying for you all during this sad time.
Pat & Dorian Buttars
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