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Zachary VARSHAY Obituary
Of Alden, NY, February 29, 2020. Beloved son of Ronald and Rhonda (Burkhardt) Varshay; loving brother of Kenneth, Sharon, Hannah, Charles and Adele Varshay; dear grandson of Ronald and Gloria Burkhardt and Muriel and the late Kenneth Varshay; also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral Service will be held at the First Baptist Church of Marilla, 11651 Bullis Rd., Marilla, NY Friday at 11 AM (please assemble at church). Family will be present at the Charles Meyer Funeral Home, 13228 Broadway Alden, NY, Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 PM. Share your condolences at meyerfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Zachary VARSHAY
Ronald Varshay
May 7, 2020
Zach, You became and were bright witted, kind in word, skillful in anything endeavored, considerate of others, ready to listen to a father's charge, always quick to help your mother, willing to work to get what you wanted, fun to hang with, thoughtful, quick with a smile, willing when desperate to try again and if necessary again and again, blessed with a joyful spirit, a beautiful little boy who became a man, it seems, overnight, well thought of, a genuine friend to many, always needful to please your father, a genuine blessing to this world. You are sorely missed now but we will see each other again. I look forward to that most dearly. In God's wisdom, you have the best of all life provides. Playing golf was a joy with you, spider hunting you so loved to do, working hard you made me proud, and over a few years you replaced me as the computer geek for the house. Whenever I walked by your room I always saw you working on that computer. You were able to love life even if it at times it seemed too mysterious to understand. I so look forward now, more than I ever did before, of meeting you amongst that great hoard. That will be quite the most wonderful day. Thank you Lord for giving him to us even if only for such a short time. I miss him...
John Quill Taylor
March 7, 2020
Dear Ron and Rhonda,
I am greatly saddened to discover the news of your loss. Even though I was only out to visit you once in 2005, I remember Zachary and your care for him even before he was in school. From reading the descriptions of many others, it sounds like he became quite a fine and decent young man. I recall vividly being eighteen years of age as he had attained, when you and I, Ron, used to go out and hear live bands and spin records and listen to music. Being a few years older than I am, you were closer to my older brother's age, which of course had more significance back then, and who could have guessed that nearly five decades later that my only son is now two decades older than your young boy, Zach, had become. But as a physicist once said, "Life is not only stranger than we imagine, but stranger than we *can* imagine." I am indeed sorry for your loss, Ron and Rhonda and Family, and shall be thinking of you.
- Sincerely, John "Quill" Taylor, North Tonawanda
Susan Hartwig
March 5, 2020
I only met Zach a few weeks ago, but all of his co-workers and I at Integer, liked him very much. He fit right in, and the last memory of him was of him laughing. He made us all laugh, too. He was a smart and funny guy. We are all going to miss him and his cheerful nature. I hope the good memories of Zach will lift some of the sorrow at this difficult time, and always.
Kelly Aldinger
March 5, 2020
So very sorry for your loss...praying for peace and comfort.
Ben and Claire Burkhardt
March 5, 2020
Zach was a bright light. Always smiling and able to get others smiling too. He loved having everyone together and playing card games with the family. He is really loved and missed.
Samuel Villafranca
March 4, 2020
Sorry to hear about Zachary I only knew him when he was younger my prayers go out to the Varshays and family. Me and my family will be praying for you guys.
Ally Piekarski
March 4, 2020
I graduated High School with Zach and he never failed to make a class laugh. Thinking of his family and saying prayer for them.
Alexis Marx
March 4, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Thoughts and prayers for all of the Varshay family.
Hannah Varshay
March 4, 2020
Hannah Varshay
March 4, 2020
Hannah Varshay
March 4, 2020
Hannah Varshay
March 4, 2020
Alyssa Sigurdson
March 4, 2020
I was truly saddened to hear about Zach. To the Varshay family, I'm deeply sorry for the loss of such a wonderful young man. He was truly a joy to be around and was a very close friend of mine during our high school years together. May good memories come to mind when we think of Zach, for that he was truly a blessing to all.
Everett Gilbert
March 4, 2020
Zach was one of those guys whos laugh filled a room and Ill never forget gaming with him at MassiveLAN and our fun memories and good times. Rest easy Zach.
Michael Rung
March 3, 2020
I am very sorry for the loss of Zach. In the years I have known Zach, he always made me laugh. He was so kind and down to earth. I would always look forward to having classes and lunch with him. He would never fail to cheer me up no matter what the mood. I am thankful for the great times we had. I will never forget you man. My thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family.
Jeffrey McCabe
March 3, 2020
Ronnie and Rhonda, so sorry to hear this. Thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time. Jeffrey, Jennifer, Madison and Taylor McCabe
Kimberly Newman
March 3, 2020
I went to high school and worked with Zach at Geoffanos. I have a lot of fun memories of him in our communications class. He always made work more bearable and always made me smile. He was an amazing person and someone who will never be forgotten.
Tim and Christian Frank
March 3, 2020
I had the opportunity to coach Zach on the Alden Varsity Golf Team. I always had such a good time when I went out and played with Zach and his good friend Matt. He was an intense golfer and at the same time was always laughing and having so much fun. My son played quite a bit with Zach and we were both saddened to hear about your loss. Our prayers are with your entire family.
Rhonda Varshay
March 3, 2020
Zach was my sunshine boy. He was so affectionate and so fun to be around. Im grateful to God for letting us have him for 18 years. We are so proud of him and will never stop loving him.
Rhonda Varshay (Mom)
Tess Woitaszek
March 3, 2020
I am saddened to hear about the loss of Zach. I went to school with him, and can recall his energetic and genuine nature. My thoughts and condolences are with those who were close to him.
Lorelei Hodge
March 3, 2020
I am deeply sorry for the loss of Zach. I used to go to high school with him and I considered him one of my friends. He was always such a good person who lit up the room and always had something funny to say. I always had fun hanging out with him at Dylan and Andrew's and at Massive Lan. Much love to the family, and may he rest in peace.
Adrianna Busch
March 3, 2020
In the few years I knew Zach, we became very close. I'm extremely grateful to have been able to get to know him as well as I did. He was a great listener and always knew how to make people laugh when they wanted to cry. In this sorrowful time, we can all remember the good times and share great memories with eachother. My love goes to all of his friends and family as we go through this hard time together.
Joe Ebeling
March 3, 2020
Zach was a great person. Dependable, funny, and always seemed to make the mood of whatever room he was in better. A hardworking individual, Zach always found time to improve the mood of others. My condolences go out to his family and loved ones for such a loss - I'll miss you, man.
Frank pitrelli
March 3, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Amy Manges
March 3, 2020
I am so very sorry for your loss. Zach was the light of the room at work. I only knew him for a few weeks but he always knew what to say to keep our group laughing, always had a smile on his face and was an overall genuine man. He had such a great work ethic too. He will be missed. Working without him on the ION team at Integer will never be the same. Our thoughts are prayers are with all of you. ❤
Eva Caudle
March 2, 2020
Dearest Rhonda and Family,
Sending my deepest condolences, and Praying for all of you as you grieve, and that Jesus will help you and give you His strength, and that you will abide "under His wings" of comfort.
Colleen Babcock
March 2, 2020
I am so very sorry for your loss. Zach was a wonderful young man and often volunteered to help at our community events.. Our
Prayers are with you family during this difficult time.
Peter tolsma
March 2, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Robin Neyman
March 2, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Praying for all of you. May God help give you comfort during this time. I am so sorry for your loss.
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