Eric Zapata Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

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Kalamazoo, Michigan

Officer Eric Emiliano Zapata Kalamazoo Passed away suddenly Monday, April 18, 2011. Eric was born in Ionia, MI the son of Adolfo and Connie (Casarez) Zapata. Eric served on the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety for 10 years. He was a member of Lightning Kicks where he enjoyed doing mixed...

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to my brother in christ its been years since that fatal day, ur not forgotten, ur family is in my prayers each day, it seem like yesterday but we know diffrently, you wasnt just the average man, you were and still are a hero in my eyes and the eyes of many in the community, you stood up for my rights and the rights of those that couldnt do it for themself, and i will never forget that my brother, one day i will see you again my brother, until then, rest in peace. I LOVE YOU ERIC.

Richard Douglas

April 19, 2012 | Muskegon, MI

R.I.P ERIC

JEAN BABBITT

April 18, 2012 | MI

Condolences on the death of your father, brother and son. Officer Zapata seemed like a good man, someone who lived life to the fullest. His children and family should be proud. I live in San Diego, CA and we just lost a police officer (Officer Jeremy Henwood) on 8/7/2011. These senseless killings are heartbreaking. The violence has got to stop. God bless, stay strong...Eric left this world a hero.

Adriana Guerra

August 17, 2011 | San Diego, CA

Connie, Irene & Family,

On behalf of the Harder family I wanted to express our condolences. When my mom told me that the officer shot in Kalamazoo was Eric, I couldn't believe it. We have so many fond memories of your family and I know how much my mom enjoyed watching Irene and Eric when they were young. We are so proud of the man Eric became and honored that he served the citizens of Kalamazoo. He is a true hero. Please know that we will continue to pray for all of you. God...

Becky Baxter

June 06, 2011 | Hudsonville, MI

To the Zapata family: Many thoughts and prayers will be with you in your terrible loss.

Stella Castellanos,McAllen,Texas

May 10, 2011

Rest in Peace Officer Zapata. I met you when you first joined the force and you were patrolling my neighborhood. You impressed me so much with your passion to fight crime and violence on the streets. You were an angel then and now in heaven. I feel honored to have had that conversation with you and will never forget your spirit. My prayers go out to your family and children. God Bless.

Karen Schma

May 06, 2011 | Kalamazoo, MI

Rest in peace Officer Zapata. Thank you for your service to our community - you are a TRUE HERO!! God be with your family, friends and fellow officers.

Ken and Donna Ferguson

April 28, 2011 | Kalamazoo, MI

My thoughts and prayer are with the family and friends of PSO Zapata, May God put his around you all and comfort you as you heal from OUR loss.

anna gerould

April 27, 2011 | Portage, MI

Firefighter for Emmett Township in Battle Creek. He passed away in 2004. So in memory of my brother, James Lindsay, my you rest in peace Eric. God Speed.

Verna Meneguzzo

April 27, 2011 | Marshall, MI

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