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John ZAK Obituary

ZAK - John R. November 22, 2014, beloved husband of Patricia (Tomicki) Zak; dear father of John Jeffrey (Deanna), Lynn Marie (Chad) Myers and Laura (Steve) Gorzynski; loving grandfather of Elizabeth, Mimi, Natalie, Zachary, Alexander, Jack, Meredith and Claire; son of the late John and Helen (nee Fyderek) Zak; brother of Chester Zak and Eleanor Persichini. Friends may call Friday from 4-8 PM at the JAMES W. CANNAN FUNERAL HOME INC. (Southtowns Chapel), 3155 Orchard Park Rd. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday at 9:30 AM at St. John Vianney Church (please assemble at church). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Catholic Charities. Mr. Zak worked as a Buffalo Police Officer for 32 years and served in the Air Force in the Korean War. He was a member of the Adam Plewacki Post 799. He was also an avid bowler, golfer, and reader of mystery novels. Online condolences at www.CANNANFH.com

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Published by Buffalo News from Nov. 26 to Nov. 27, 2014.

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Kimberly Judd (Zak)

November 20, 2024

Uncle John was a wonderful person and great part of the family.

Stacey Weser Young

December 15, 2014

I have wonderful memories of Uncle John. I am saddened to hear of his passing. May God be with you all, Aunt Pat,Jeff, Lynn,Laura,family and friends,comfort you all at this difficult time.My deepest sympathy.

Bob & Marie Snow

December 5, 2014

Dear Pat & family, you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Know that he was loved and will be missed.

Sandy Weser

December 4, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of uncle John's passing. When we spent time with the Zak family we always had a good laugh. God bless all of you. Sam & Sandy Weser

Jerry Sokolowski

December 3, 2014

Enjoyed bowling with John over the years. I was saddened to hear that he passed.
God Bless!

Corey Tomicki

December 2, 2014

So sorry for the loss of uncle john! He was always kind hearted to me! May god bless u all aunt pat jeff lynn laura and your family's

robert snow

November 28, 2014

Sad to hear about Uncle John's passing. My thoughts are with the family. Uncle John will be missed by myself and others. If I am ever lucky enough to get that 7-10 spit, I will know whom to thank.

Love Rob and Zoë

Jeremiah Hassett

November 28, 2014

Chet so sorry to learn of your brother John's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

November 27, 2014

I am deeply saddened for your loss of Uncle John. May God comfort you with precious memories. Much love, Sherry Weser Brown

November 27, 2014

Chet, so sorry to hear of your brother John's passing. My deepest sympathy's to you and family members. Angelo Martinelli

November 26, 2014

Aunt Pat, Jeff, Lynn and Laura and family:

So sorry to hear of Uncle Johns passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Love David and Cheryl Zak

November 26, 2014

Uncle Johnny will be missed. Many fond memories . My thoughts and prayers are with the Family.
Love Kim Judd (Zak).

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