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David ZEFF Obituary



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David M. Zeff, age 72, of South Haven, Michigan. Devoted longtime, partner of Suzanne Schloss. Loving father of Stephen (Tina) Zeff, of Northbrook, IL, and Jennifer (Adam) Leshowitz of Brooklyn, NY. Adoring grandfather of Ava and Lily Zeff and Noah Leshowitz. Beloved brother of Alan (Margo) Zeff of Cincinnati. He is also survived by his former spouse Elaine Zeff, many family and friends and his dog Khaki. Donations may be made to The MDS Foundation at www.mds-foundation.org or 4573 South Broad St., Suite 150, Yardville, NJ 08620. Memorial Service will be held at Isaac M. Wise Center, 8329 Ridge Road, Amberley Village, OH, on October 27 at 3:00 p.m. Family will receive visitors beginning at 2:15 p.m.

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Published by The Cincinnati Enquirer on Oct. 20, 2013.

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The Toledo Sail and Power Squadron

October 28, 2013

In honor of our very dear Carriage House friend David, we would like to extend our deepest sympathy to his beloved Suzanne and his entire family. Always the consumnate host and true gentleman, David made us feel welcome and special during our group stays over the last four years. A smile and a chat were guaranteed when he was present. This wonderful man will truly be missed!

October 28, 2013

Our sympathy goes out to David's family and Suzanne. I wish we had spent more time together. Our hearts and prayers are with you. Kathy and Joe Ganim

DINALD MILLER

October 27, 2013

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS MAY HE BE AT PEACE NOW

David & Becky Hartz

October 26, 2013

Becky and I were deeply saddened with the news of David's passing. He was a very wonderful host and we always felt like we were visiting family when we stayed at the Carriage House. our condolences to Suzanne and the family. I will always have a fond memories of Dave.

Gerrie and Michael Burton

October 25, 2013

We are so sorry to hear of David's passing. Our deepest sympathy to Suzanne and their family and friends. We will always remember David's exuberance, his kindness and his interest in others. Whether talking with us about biking the Kal-Haven Trail, advising me where to buy blueberries and how to freeze them, telling my husband where to get the best sandwich, pizza, steak,____.(fill in the blank) or discussing the temperature of the lake, David always had a light in his eyes and a smile on his face. He will be missed.

Family PEART

October 25, 2013

Deepest condolenscences from the PEART family...all 26 of us who spent one of the most memorable long weekends in our family's many years of getting together at the gorgeous & hospitible Carriage Inn. He became our particular sailing buddy spring & autumn, when guests weren't filling the the fabulous Inn.

Suzanne, please accept our heartfelt thanks for the beautiful times you provided, along with David. The two of you together provide the proof of what a perfect pair together should do/be to perfectly run a B&B - could not have been mor perfect. No comedy, but perfect execution as the couple running the Inn.

Bless you both - God is holding you. From all the Peart Family
Bob & Virginia Peart
Ted Peart & Lyndell VanMatre
Roger (R.I.P.) Bev Peart
Bob & Zachary Peart
Eric, Stephanie, & Max Pherson
Heather Fabries (+ Laurent, Brian, & Loic)
Travis, Niki, & Mary Grace Pherson
Paul & Derece King
Jim (R.I.P.) Pat Vawter
Gary & Gloria Hill
Audrey Baker
Greta Gail Baugh

We pray that God wrap you in his love.

Gail and Charlie Brittan

October 23, 2013

My deepest sympathy to Suzanne and family members. David will be greatly missed. Even though I only saw David a couple times a year he always made me feel like I was a BFF, I will miss his smile and our conversations. Rest in Peace.

Elissa Denels

October 19, 2013

So deeply sorry for your loss of David..What a true gentleman...

Stuart Hodesh

October 18, 2013

To all David's family & friends,
The world lost a smiling face and one of my friends whose friendship spans many decades.
David's smile and friendly greetings are forever etched in my mind. There will never be another smile like his.
David will be missed by many people. May his memory be for a blessing.
Rest in peace my dear friend,
Stuart Hodesh

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