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Zachary Michael Richards

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Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels & Cremation Services

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Enfield, Connecticut

Zachary Richards Obituary

Zachary Michael Richards, 2, of Enfield, beloved son of Jeffrey M. and Heather (Walton) Richards died suddenly Thursday, (June 26, 2003) as the result of an accidental drowning at home. Zachary was born in Stafford on Dec. 21, 2000. He was an active energetic child who enjoyed and loved his baby sister Caroline. Zach was always laughing and happy, and was loved by his family. Besides his parents, Jeff and Heather; Zachary is survived by a brother, Curtis Joseph; two sisters, Samantha Elizabeth and Caroline Faith all at home; his maternal grandmother, Jeannette (McDonald) Walton and her fiance Bruce Raymond of Springfield, MA; his paternal grandparents, Carolyn (Tanguay) Richards and the late Lt. Col. Gene Richards; his Godparents, Brian Richards and Laurel Kendzior; many uncles, aunts and cousins. Family and friends will gather Tuesday, July 1 at the Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels, 61 South Road, Enfield at 9 a.m. for a funeral procession to Holy Family Church, Simon Road for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. Zachary's family will receive relatives and friends at the Leete-Stevens Enfield Chapels, Monday, 4-8 p.m. Memorial donations in Zachary's memory may be made to the Richards Children's Fund, c/o People's Bank, 25 Hazard Ave., Enfield, CT 06082.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Jun. 28, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Zachary Richards

17 Entries

JJ Green

July 22, 2003

Heather and family,

Our family has yours in our prayers. May the loving hand of God comfort you when nothing else seems like it can.

We will all see Zachary again standing next to the Father in heaven.

God bless and keep you now and always.

JJ Green and Family

Michelle Koski

July 12, 2003

Wings

Through the sadness and despair
May you have wings of strength
To help ease the sorrow

Through the anger and desperation
May you have wings of hope
A glimpse into tomorrow

Each fearful step of this journey
May you have wings of courage
To help you face each new day

In the darkest hours of grief
May you have wings of light
To guide your steps along the way

May the warmth of your precious child surround you
And may you find peace and love,

Within the wings of an angel
Sent from up above…

By Joanne Cacciatore-Garard (c) 2003

With My Deepest Sympathy,

Michelle (Mom 2 An Angel in Heaven)

madeline fernandez

July 3, 2003

your are in are hearts and prayers

jeanie corning

July 2, 2003

Hi. I work with Brenda here at The Hartford and just got word of your loss today. I am so sorry for you all. I will include you all in my prayers. Life will never be the same for you, but I hope in time , it will become more bearable for you all. Thank God ( that may seem hard right now ) .. that you have Zachary's brother and sisters because they will FORCE you to survive. Anyway... I hope for you moments of peace during the long days ahead of you. I hope for you uninterrupted sleep , even if only for an hour at a time.

Robin Ross

July 1, 2003

Jeff , Heather & Family; You are in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. We are truely sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Robin & Greg Ross

Susan Lazarcheck

July 1, 2003

How awfully sad I was to receive the news about Zachary.Please accept my deepest sympathy and know that my thoughts and prayers are with your whole family at this time.May God hold your little angel in His loving embrace.

Christie Allard

June 30, 2003

Heather, Jeff, and family:

My prayers are with you in this time of loss. Zachary was a beautiful boy; so full of life and happiness. He will be missed. I wish I could understand how you feel, but I know there is no way that I can. But know that I am here for you and the kids. Zac is in a better place with his grand-dad at his side. I will always miss the smiling, laughing little boy who always enjoyed playing with my paints and handed them to me even though I didn't need them. He will always be with us in our hearts and watching over the family and all those who loved him from Heaven above as our little guardian angel.

With Love,
Christie Allard

DENISE AND VICTOR ZETTERSTROM

June 30, 2003

DEAR JEFF AND HEATHER, WE ARE SO SORRY TO HERE ABOUT YOUR LOSS. WE ARE THINKING ABOUT YOU. YOU WILL BE IN OUR PRAYERS. LOVE DENISE AND VICTOR

Ronnie and Lynn Bemont

June 30, 2003

Jeff, Heather and family,
There are no words to relieve your pain. Please know that your friends are praying for you and our hearts go out to you. God Bless you all.

Ronnie, Lynn, Michael and Kyle Bemont

Ralph Gabriel

June 30, 2003

our condolences from our family to yours in this time of need

Jim Trask

June 30, 2003

Jeff & Heather,

We are sorry to hear of the loss of Zackary. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.

Jim, Kendra, Lauren, & Tiff

Sharon (Quesnel) Harris

June 30, 2003

We have no comforting words, for there is nothing that we can say, but please know that we are praying and thinking of you. You are surrounded with people and angels who love and care so much for you. Zachary is an angel, and Gene Richards has him in his arms. You have only a small idea of how many people are praying for ALL of you.
You are loved, and Zachary will never be forgotten.
Sharon Quesnel and RB Harris

lynn dowland

June 30, 2003

Jeff and Heather, There is nothing I can say to relieve your grief. My family is thinking and praying for you and your family. Words can not express the grief and saddness we all feel.

Sincerely,

John, Lynn,
Chris, and
Joshua Dowland

Michael and Ann Marie Perez

June 30, 2003

Zachary was always someone we and our daughter Kaileigh looked forward to seeing on Sunday in church. He was someone that always brought a huge smile to everyone around him. We grieve deeply with you and your family over his loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all through this very difficult time.

Margot Wark

June 29, 2003

I'm a friend of Chuck and Joyce Lincoln, and I can't imagine the incredible pain and loss you are suffering, but I'm so sorry.

When His eye is on the sparrow and each budding leaf that grows

When He sends the dew each morning
And the sunshine to the rose

May you know beyond all doubting
In this agony you're passing through

God cares and every moment
He is watching over Zachary and you.

Please know that I am praying for all of you.

Keli Feathler

June 28, 2003

Jeff, Heather, Curtis, Samantha and Caroline;
Words can not possibly describe how anyone feels right now, just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all, and your JMH family is thinking of you always! God bless little Zachary, it's a blessing he has his Grandpa Gene up there to be with him.

Keli Feathler, RN
JMH Intensive Care

Michelle Mathieson

June 28, 2003

Jeff and Heather,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family @ this time. Your JMH Family supports and loves you very much.

God Bless You All of You

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