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Zachary Campbell Obituary
He was born on Feb. 1, 2000 in Centralia, Wash., and has lived in the Valley since 2003. He graduated from Mat-Su Career and Tech High School in May 2018. Zac ran cross-country, completed the Mat-Su Fire Department's Explorers program and was an avid outdoorsman, especially relishing hiking and snowboarding.
His mother shares that Zachary had a calm spirit that drew friends to him and a knack for quieting crying babies. His father affirms that Zachary was "Every father's dream: tall, strong, compassionate; a good man." Friends agree, also describing Zac's goofy smile and readiness to spend time with people both on outdoor adventures and in long conversations. Teachers remarked on his leadership skills bubbling beneath lively socializing. He had a quirky sense of humor, once eating an entire banana, peel and all, on a casual challenge, much to the merriment of the family's dinner guests.
Zachary did not tiptoe through life, but "skidded through broadside in a cloud of smoke," loudly proclaiming the wonderment of the ride. He lived a life worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing and increasing in his knowledge.
He is survived by his parents, Casey and Tonya; his sisters, Alyssa Petrina, Mackenzie, Sara, and Regan; his brother Dylan; and a host of heartbroken family and friends. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Lavonne Boyd and James Campbell.
Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2018, at 12 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1201 East Bogard Road in Wasilla, Alaska. Public viewing will be held at 11 a.m., one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Zachary Allen Campbell Mat-Su Fireman's Training Fund at MVCU.
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Memories and Condolences
for Zachary Campbell
Sponsored by For The Campbells ~ Tammy Stewart.
Anonymous
June 18, 2019
Dear Zachary,
You were such an awesome person. You were so kind to me and my family. You evan held my baby so she wouldn't fuss. That was the last time i saw you. Hope i see you again someday soon
January 21, 2019
My deepest sympathies on your loss!
Kim and Bob Snively
August 16, 2018
Dearest Campbells, so so sorry about the devastating and unexpected loss of Zac. He was a gentle soul that will greatly be missed by many people. You two are the most giving and generous people I know. Opening up your heart, home and talents to everyone you encounter. Prayers from our family to yours for healing and adjusting to a new life.
Tracey Edwards
August 16, 2018
Dear Casey, Tonya & family.. I never knew Zachary or your family, as our friendship stems from your days in high school in Australia. From across the oceans, one parent to another, my heart aches for your immense loss. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief as you say goodbye to Zachary. Warmest hugs from Australia. Tracey, Peter, Liam & Luke Edwards xox
Heather Grisso
August 14, 2018
Tonya & Casey, you are superior parents in the teaching of the Theological Virtues of faith, hope, and love! How do I know this? Because it reflects in the souls, words, and actions of all your children. I am so deeply sorry for your great loss. Zac was a kind and holy gentleman. He will be missed immensely. All our love, The Grisso Family
August 14, 2018
May He who knows your sorrow bring peace, comfort and healing to you and the family. Words seem inadequate, my heart is with you. Someone as special as Zac will never be forgotton. Molly & Dan Piaskowski
Donna Bryant
August 14, 2018
love you Jackie you were a great little nephew and a wonderful person
August 13, 2018
Benedictine Monks of Glenstal Abbey, Ireland will pray for Zachary at Community Mass on Tuesday, noon. RIP
Matthew and Dianne Morrison
August 13, 2018
Dear Campbell Family: No words can be said or written that will reduce or remove the pain, nor can we relate to the loss you are experiencing, having lost your son at such a young age. We can however support your grieving by simply letting you know that your young man seemed to have made an immensely impressive footprint on the other young adults and adolescents of our parish and community. Though we did not know him personally, we have a good sense of the son and friend he was. Our heartfelt condolences to you all. God will heal your hearts in time until you gather together as a family once again in His heavenly host in paradise.
August 13, 2018
May the God of all hope be with the family and give you peace.
Anthony and Tiffany Borges
August 12, 2018
Dear Campbell family,
Your son was my favorite surprise guest, sometimes visiting if he was running errands or siblings around town. His manners were impeccable, his wit irrepressible, and his ease in a crowd was a testament to a lifetime of attentive love poured into his very spirit. You gave him all of this and more multiplied in the lives of the little ones who admired him and family friends who enjoyed his company. The shock of your loss has us all reeling. We love you and pray that God will grant you moments of relief ... knowledge of his eternal peace... comfort amidst the anguish.
Rebecca Mujica-Matus
August 10, 2018
We are sorry for the loss you have experienced and wish your family our sincere condolences. Henry and Taff would spend time talking and running the track and trails with Zac. It is the support of family and friends, stories and experiences shared, most of all the time that will give much healing. Our condolences
Tammy Stewart
August 9, 2018
I am so so very sorry for the loss of Zac. I am praying for all of you, and will continue to pray for you every day.
Susan Darnell
August 9, 2018
Tonya and Casey and family,
Marisa and I offer our sincere condolences on Zach's passing. He was a ray of bright sunshine in the classroom at OLV and out, and it was a gift we will always treasure to have called him our friend. We wish we were able to attend his services, but circumstances beyond our control prevent us from being there. However, we will be there in thoughts and prayer. I know that words cannot express how profound your loss and how much we truly understand what you are going through right now. Circumstances in our lives are such that we can somewhat relate to your pain. We all were blessed to know and have Zach in our lives. We will be in touch.
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