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Leo Zych Obituary
Leo was preceded in death by his eldest son Allan, parents Sylvester and Victoria, and his brothers and sisters John (Madge), Frank (Eve), Charles (Lee), Henry, Edward, and William (Mick) and Helen, Julie, Stella (Art), and Mary (Lucien). His parents in law, Theodore and Marie Lewendon, sister in laws Louise (Ed) and Connie (Ed).
Leo is survived by wife Shirley, of 69 years, a daughter in law, Betty Zych, three children, Marie (Bob) Tanis, Ed (Rose) Zych, and Donna (Tom) Miller, and a sister in law, Jacklyn Zych. He also leaves behind six grandchildren, Allan Zych Jr., Meagan (Leo) Scofield, James (Powers) Tanis, Julie (David) Emmons, Ross Tanis, Karrie Zych, and Ashley and Deprece Kelly, and eight great grandchildren, Katelyn and Riley Scofield, Kylie and Connor Emmons, Adam and William Tanis, and Caleb and Jonah White.
Leo is a WWII veteran and POW. Leo's sense of humor was a highlight of his presence. He loved large family gatherings where the stories nor laughter would never end. Leo was extremely generous and respectful of others. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and enjoyed the outdoors.
A memorial mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 12, 2017 at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, 171 W. 13th St., Holland. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the VFW Post 2144 and/or the American Heart Association. Please visit lakeshorememorial.com to leave a message or memory for the Zych family.
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Meagan Scofield
May 2, 2022
Grandpa , I can´t believe it has almost been 5 years since you went home to the Lord. Somedays it feels I hugged you yesterday and others it feels a lifetime ago . I know you are in the glory and surrounded by so many that mean so much to you. For us down here there are a few missing links , but we know someday we will all be together again. That time is just not now. I send hugs up to you , Grandma, dad, mom, and so many more everyday. So much love to you today, tomorrow, and always . Love you : Meagan
Meaga Scofield
April 30, 2018
Grandpa !! I cant believe it has almost been a year since you went to be with dad! I am so blessed to have you as a grandfather and cherish you more than you will ever know. What I wouldnt give you hear you say well hello peanut , or hear you tell me to let Riley eat and have whatever he wants ! I picture you and dad up
There laughing at us and being proud of all of us.. while enjoying some crown and 7up and catching some Lunker perch. I never wanted you to leave ya here on earth, but I am grateful you are with my dad ( he loves and adores you so much) As we all do. Grandpa ya brought so much love , laughter , and joy you thus family and I am so blessed to have those memories . Thank you for raising such an amazing man and for being such an amazing
Man. I love you and miss you so much.
Love Meagan
Donna Miller
November 8, 2017
It's been six months today. I miss you just as much today as I did six months ago. I hear your voice and see your smile every day. It used to be in person and now it is in my memory. There are days that my memories of you bring a smile to my face and warmth in my heart and then there are days that my memories of you bring tears to my eyes and sadness in my heart. I miss you dad, my best friend.
Donna Miller
October 20, 2017
Happy Birthday Dad! Even though you are not with me on this place called earth anymore, I still celebrate you every day and will celebrate your birthday today. Dad, there is not a day that goes by that I do not think of you. I still miss everything about you. One thing I miss most, is coming over to visit, and when I walked in, your smile would light up the world and our conversation would go like this. I would say, Hi Dad. You would respond, Hi Peanut. I would ask, How are you? You would respond, Finer than frog's hair. I would respond, That fine, huh? You would respond, Yep. Dad, I miss you more than the words I am writing can express. Thanks for being a wonderful Dad and friend. Miss you tons.
Meagan Scofield
October 16, 2017
I love you Grandpa and miss you so much. I am still in disbelief that I have lost two of the most important men in my life. I could never thank you or Grandma enough for raising my father to me the man that he is. Gramps I know we keep going on day by day but there is always something missing. Your spirit , love , and personality could make anyone feel better. I am blessed to call you my grandfather and even more blessed that my kids got to know you and you them. I miss you dearly and I truly hope you and my dad are having a blast. It is such an honor to be your granddaughter I love you to the moon and back ( or as you called the moon your bowling ball you threw up there)!! Love u always and hug dad for me. Love Meagan
Donna Miller
August 8, 2017
Well dad, it's been three months. Somedays I feel like you just left us and other days I feel like you have been gone for a very long time. I still miss hearing your voice, seeing your smile, and hearing you laugh. I am sure I will always miss these and many more things about you. Thanks for being the best dad I could ever want and need. I love you dad, always and forever.
Donna Miller
July 8, 2017
As I am writing this, in two hours it will be two months since you passed away. There is not a single moment that I do not think of you. I have so many awesome memories. These great memories are what keep me going. I am blessed to have shared so many years with you and my life is enriched because of you. I have learned that my love for you continues and even continues to grow stronger than I thought possible. I am working through building a new kind of relationship with you, one that you are with me always and I feel closer to you. You are within me dad and I am part of you. I love you and miss you dad.
June 8, 2017
Dad, one month ago you entered into heaven. You are with all those that you loved who have been waiting for you. I miss you so very much and know one day we will be together again. I can't wait to hear you laugh and talk about your life as a young boy and all the things you and your brothers and sisters did as children. You were the best father a person could have and I thank you for that and God for blessing our family with you.
Love you and miss you every single day.
Your daughter, Marie Tanis
Donna Miller
June 8, 2017
A month ago today, your presence on earth went away, but your memories will be with me forever. While I understand the process of life, which results in death, it still hurts. I am happy you are with your parents, siblings, son, nieces, nephews, and friends. I look forward to the day I am reunited with you. I cannot thank you enough dad for all the great times we had together. There are so many things I miss about you. I miss all the laughs, conversations, advice, your sense of humor, compassion, positivity, and more. Thank you for so many wonderful memories and thank you for being an awesome dad. I love you.
Donna Miller
June 5, 2017
Four weeks ago my best friend physically left my side, but your memories will be with me forever. I am so grateful for all the time we spent together. I miss you and love you so much dad!
Donna Miller
May 29, 2017
WWII Veteran and POW! Today is your day Dad. Thank you for your service to our country. You are my hero and I am so proud to have you as my Dad. Today has been three weeks without your physical being on earth with me. I miss everything about you. I love you Dad.
Donna Miller
May 22, 2017
It's been two weeks since you went to be with Al. It seems a lot longer than that. I think of you, all day, every day, and my life is missing someone great, and that is you. You are a hero, not only to me, to our country as well. Thank you for all you did for us as a family, and thank you for what you did for our country. I love and miss you dad.
Donna Miller
May 15, 2017
Dad, you left this place called earth a week ago. I miss your laughs, your smiling face, taking care of you, and your kind words. I miss my best friend. My life seems so quiet without you.
Love you tons!
Jim Egbers
May 12, 2017
Uncle Leo, Thank you for all the good times.and teaching us what family is really about. At least now you and Uncle Bill can play cards and enjoy being together again.
Both of you are missed by all.
May 11, 2017
I will always remember the good times we had as one, big, happy family. You always enjoyed a good laugh and spread so much joy to everyone. I love and will miss you. Annie
linda kobylenski-cook
May 11, 2017
Uncle Leo, growing up with you in my life was a blessing. You always had a smile for all of use kids. May God hold you close.
Marie Tanis
May 10, 2017
Dad, thank you for being the best father a daughter could ask for. You taught me the meaning of love, respect, humor and especially the value of family. I am going to miss you but I know someday we will be together again.
Belicia Hernandez
May 10, 2017
I'll never forget the amount of laughs you provided for me when I came to visit with Deprece! Leo may you rest in peace with God. Prayers to your family.
American Heart Association
May 9, 2017
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Donna Miller
May 9, 2017
Dad:
I am so blessed to have you as my father. We had so many good times. I am going to miss you unbelievably. I am grateful to have you be here with all of us for 94 years, 6 months, and eighteen days. You are my rock, you made me smile, and you made my life awesome. My life will not be the same without you.
Love you Dad,
Your Little Peanut (Donna)
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