Zachary, Louis L. "Lou" age 77, of Bloomington, MN, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2006. He is survived by his wife, Doris of 48 years; children, Cherie Y. Zachary, MD, Michelle Z. (Kyle) McKinney, Louis D. (Diane) Zachary; grandchildren, Nicole, Eliza, Miriam, Sydnie, and Maxwell; siblings, Esther Zachary, Naomi Bell, Percy (Martha) Zachary, Benjamin (Alzena) Zachary, and Gennett Jacox; as well as many nieces and nephews, other family and friends. He was Deputy Commissioner of Human Rights for the State of Minnesota, Professor of Sociology and Dean of Students at Minneapolis Community College, and supervised the Minority Teacher Education Program at Concordia College. He was an active participant in the Minneapolis Men's Chorus, Rondo Days, St. Paul Urban League, Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity, The Monitors, and other community activities. Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2007 at St. Peter's AME Church, 401 East 41st St., Mpls. (612-825-9750). Visitation will be held at 11 am, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity presentation at 11:45 am, and the service will be at 12 noon.
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
As a Minnesota native, I grew up with the Zachary family. Their family, like ours, the Bullards, is one of the African-American pioneer families of Minnesota. We share memories of Welcome Hall, summer bible camp, Ober Boys Club, the Hollow, McKinley School, Marshall High, Hallie Q, and many, many others. Lou is a credit to our families, our race, our traditions, our state and our country.
Janet (Armstrong) Watson
March 01, 2007 | West Hollywood, CA
I am honored to have known Mr Z. all of my life. I knew little about his wonderful accomplishments, but Michelle's remarks sparked a great memory for me. It was a pleasure remembering his singing throughout the house when we were growing up.
Thanks, Mr Z. You and your family are in my prayers.
Pam
February 23, 2007
My Dad was a person of quiet conviction. He was his own man throughout his life. He was a bit stubborn at times. A bit cantankerous near the end.
At the end of the day, accomplishments are important. But the most important measure of a successful life is how well you loved. And how well you were loved in return…..
It is love that allows you to see God in another person’s eyes.
It is love that sets you free in crises, when it is your turn to cross to the other...
Michelle McKinney
February 22, 2007 | Andover, MA
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome...
Doris Zachary
February 21, 2007 | Bloomington
We would like to offer our deepest sympathy to the entire Zachary family in this difficult time. I wish you all strength to cope with such a difficult loss. I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. "Zach" while playing basketball with his son, Darryl, in the early 1980's. Two, first class gentlemen.
God Bless
Marc & Beth Schotanus
January 07, 2007 | Wilton Manors
Doris, Cherie, Michelle & Kyle, Louis & Diane and grandchildren - Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. As Psalm 46:1 says, "God is our refuge and strength a very present help in trouble." I know the Lord will give you hope that goes beyond the heartaches and trials of life and and lift your hearts above the pain to the peace that's found in Him alone. The Lord has been your comfort this past week and will continue to be in the days to come. Well, now that I know "how" to...
Don & Cindy Lilliencrantz
January 05, 2007 | White Bear Lake
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Herbert Whitmore Jr
January 04, 2007 | Flint, MI
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I pray the Lord's wonderful goodness and extravagant love will comfort your heart each day.
Carletta Smith
January 04, 2007 | Conyers, GA
You have completed the race receive your reward Bro. Zachery.My condolences to the family and relatives.
Sam Powers, Polemarch
St. Paul-Minneapolis Alumni Chapter
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc.
Sam Powers
January 04, 2007 | Golden Valley, MN
