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C
September 5, 2024
Hi Coach Grafe, Sorry to learn that you passed away. The last time I ran into you was in the blockbuster in Sugarland. You looked good at the time and we chatted briefly and I was glad to know that you were okay.
You were a great teacher and sorry that I was not an easy student. Thanks for the advise you gave me for college. It was the first time anyone actually spent time talking about this with me. I grew up to be a responsible adult. Thank you for what you taught me in Clements. History is not my favorite subjevt but I had fun in your class.
Elizabeth Galati
November 10, 2008
Mr.Grafe, now when i am at your house it is much more quiet with out you. the thing i remember most about you was how sweet you were everyday even when you were in pain. you never showed it. on halloween last year you took my wig off of me and tried it on it was halrious i remember how hard you were laughing i will always remember you
Kelly (Nolen) Richards
February 20, 2008
Zachary was a great person. My prayers go out to his family. I will always remember him. May God comfort you all in this time of loss.
Eileen Stancukas
January 13, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love from St. Andrew's Catholic Community in Fort Worth. The Stancukas Family
Robert Caskey
January 7, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sheila (Krenek) Fernald
January 7, 2008
Zack was one of the best Algebra II and Geometry students any teacher could ask for. He was very focused and self motivated. He was a great problem solver!! Not to mention an excellent high jumper. I was Zack's high school math teacher, track coach, and confirmation sponsor. God bless you and your family. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Phillip Garcia
January 7, 2008
Zach, from competing against you while we were in jr. & high school @ H-ville to being Teammates on several Intramural Squads and taking classes w/ you @ UT; you always made time to ask about how Rhonda & I were doing. I'll always remember you as a MAN that put everyone else First b/c you truly Cared. May you Rest in Peace & your family grow up to remember what a wonderful person you truly were!!! God, please watch over his family!
Kris
January 6, 2008
Coach Grafe was my history teacher in 2000. He was such a caring teacher. I will never forget how he brought our class bagels on the last day of school. He impacted so many people at CHS, and his strength through his tough times was such an inspiration to me. My prayers go out to his family and I hope that his children will always know what a wonderful man and teacher he was. May you rest with the Lord for eternity, Coach Grafe.
Jason Parsons
January 5, 2008
In the few times I talked with Zach you could tell he was a special man...I pray for your wife and your kids...God Bless You All!
Linda Carroll
January 4, 2008
Zach was a respected colleague of mine at Clements, and both my daughter Leslie and I admired him. He coached her in cross country back in 2001. He will be missed by all who knew him. My prayers are with you and your family. May God's message of hope and His holy promise sustain you.
Phil Beaver
January 4, 2008
On behalf of myself and all Willowridge and Fort Bend ISD parents,
I want to express my deepest sympathies to Zach's family. I didn't know him personally but I had the opportunity to speak to him several times over the years.
It was a privlege to watch him coach as he always exemplified class and dignity on and off the court. May God bless you and keep you.
Karen & Bob Frank
January 3, 2008
Our prayers and thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow. May you find peace in knowing Zachary is with God and is with you always from this day forward. Peace be with you. His Love is everlasting.
Donald Horton
January 3, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy, Donald, Gloria, Rodney and Stacy Horton
Keith & Melissa Kutac & Family
January 3, 2008
Our prayers and deepest sympathies go out to all the family members. Zach was one of the good guys and will be missed by all.
Linda and Mike Burns
January 3, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Teacy Bernardy
January 2, 2008
Jill,
We are so proud of the wonderful woman you have become. You and Zach have faced this terrible disease with grace and dignity and inspired all who know you by your positive spirit and boundless faith. Your beautiful children will be a constant reminder of the love you and Zach share. I will always remember the happy bride and groom who promised to love each other forever and I know that you will. May God bless you and your family and friends as you all grieve this loss. We love you!
Teacy and Paul Bernardy
Brother Bob Warren
January 2, 2008
You are in my prayers his day and each day. All of the Marist Brothers will keep Zach and the entire family in prayer before the Lord.
emily veerkamp
January 2, 2008
coach grafe. you were always so patient and caring, but none the less wanted us to win. your coaching style was like no other, and ill miss your smiling face. basketball just wont be the same without your presence on the sidelines.
i play for you coach grafe, and i will never forget you.
Kristy Knippa
January 2, 2008
Jill- We are friends of Loretta Endres and want you to know that you will be fervently lifted in prayer during this unbelievably trying time. I recently heard a sermon that in Exodus (Chapter 25) God's purpose in building the Tabernacle so that HE COULD BE WITH US. 25 Chapters of the Bible are written describing the details of the Tabernacle. Only 1 Chapter is devoted to all of Creation. This to say that HE devoted time and detail to let us know HIS desire to be with His people. We pray that you will feel His very real presence and that it will lift you, in time, beyond the pain and to a place of peace that only He can give.
We admire your courage and your commitment to your husband and to your precious little ones. Our 3rd was born Nov 12th this year, so it hits home for me being a new mom to 3 with this new little guy. Bless you and your family.
Kristy Knippa
KIM STEPHENSON
January 2, 2008
THE GRAFE FAMILY IS IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. I REMEMBER WORKING AND UNLOADING TRUCKS WITH ZACH AT MIKES GARDEN CENTER. LOVE YALL
Bunnye (Janak) Uehlinger
January 2, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Audra Spann
January 2, 2008
I am keeping you in my prayers. May God's peace and strength help you all during this difficult time. Zack was truly a remarkable person.
Audra (Poth), Noel, Colby and Austin Spann
Suzie Mahony
January 2, 2008
Jill and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Zack's death. What a valiant battle he fought. And what beautiful gifts you gave to him and his family with your children. Our thoughts and prayers with with you.
Suzie and Tom Mahony
Carla & David Jones & family
January 2, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Let the wonderful memories you have of Zach and God's grace help you through this time. Our sympathy.
Cathy Goodman
January 2, 2008
What an amazing impact Zach made on the hearts and lives of the Clements family, students and parents. He fought the good fight and he finished the race. Now is the time for him to enjoy the rewards of Heaven. God bless each of you, his family, in the days ahead. What an example he left for each of us. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten.
A very thankful parent,
Sumner Lee
January 1, 2008
Though I did not get to meet Zack I know how he touched the world around him. Candace so fondly spoke of how he inspired such courange, good spirit, and strength. My heart goes out to all who were part of Zack's life.
Dennis & Alberta Herring & Family
January 1, 2008
Our hearts go out to the Mascheck and Grafe families. Keep looking to God. He will see you through.
Lue Birda (McAfee) Trahan
January 1, 2008
As a classmate of Zach's in Hallettsville and then onto U.T., he was one of the few classmates of mine from Hville that I saw after high school. He was always a really nice guy, and when I remember him, I just see him smiling. I'm so sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
James & Greer Coulter
January 1, 2008
We would like to extend our family’s sincere condolences for the loss of your beloved Zach.
Shorty Cook
January 1, 2008
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Calvin, Kathleen & Craig Cook
January 1, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of your great loss. Our prayers are with you.
Kevin & Kerri Lange & Family
January 1, 2008
May God bless the Grafe family during this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ron Staha
January 1, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathy in the lost of your beloved Zach. Out thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Ron and Mariette Staha
Harry & Linda Cull
January 1, 2008
Our deepest sympathy & sadness go out to the Mascheck & Grafe families. May God give you all strenght & comfort.
vicky villarreal
January 1, 2008
Grafe family-
I am so sorry about your loss. Please except my deepest sympathies. I was very shocked when I heard the news. I am praying for you and your family. I have very fond memories of Zach and remember watching him be coach, dad, friend, teacher, and husband all at the same time on any given day. God Bless
Vicky (Khano) Villarreal
January 1, 2008
Accept our sincere sympathy on the death of Zachary. Our hearts go out to you in your time of great sorrow. May God give you comfort and strength.
George & Dorothy (Grafe) Bujnoch
James & Rida Chovanetz & Family
January 1, 2008
There are lots of memories to share since Zach played sports with Jason and Jefferey for so long. You could be here a long time talking about the great times that they had together (State Baseball Playoffs 1992). You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Deepest Sympathy.
Christy Malone
January 1, 2008
Jill, my deepest sympathy goes out to you and Riley, Reagan, and Baby Zach.
1Thessalonias 1 verses 2-7
2 We always thank God for all of you, mentioning you in our prayers. 3 We continually remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.
4 For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you, 5 because our gospel came to you not simply with words, but also with power, with the Holy Spirit and with deep conviction. You know how we lived among you for your sake. 6 You became imitators of us and of the Lord; in spite of severe suffering, you welcomed the message with the joy given by the Holy Spirit.
You are not alone, we've prayed for you and your family everyday. May God bless you and yours always.
Justin Kubicek
December 31, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to Zach's family. I hadn't seen him in years but am very sorry to hear of his passing. May God Bless his family.
DIANE (SCOTT) HADLEY
December 31, 2007
MY SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO THE MASCHECK AND GRAFE FAMILIES. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS TIME OF SORROW. MAY HE REST IN PEACE. AND ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT YOU ALL HAVE A GUARDIAN ANGEL WATCHING OVER YOU.
Ernie & Carmen Garcia
December 31, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to you Jill, Riley, Reagan, and Zach Jr. We love you as much as Imelda, Paul, Devon and Taylor
Larry/Delores Evans
December 31, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Joel, Chelly (White), Levi & Peter Montgomery
December 31, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to the Mascheck and Grafe families. Zack was truly a great guy. Jill, Riley, Reagan, and little Zachary, you are in our prayers.
MR AND MRS VINCENT GALLEGOS
December 31, 2007
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Marcella V. & Henry Joe Henke, Jr.
December 31, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
May God bless and comfort you - as only He can!
Michael McCracken
December 31, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Grafe family as they deal with the loss of a great person. We all know he's in a better place and smiling down on us each and every day. God Bless! FROM THE STAFF AT THE YOAKUM HERALD-TIMES
Brandi (Henke), Brandon and Adalyn Pohl
December 31, 2007
May God be with all of you. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Zack was a great guy who will be missed dearly.
Brady Quarles
December 31, 2007
Growing up with Zack in Hallettsville, I was given the privledge of knowing a truly special person. We were teammates in sports but most importantly we were friends. The hours of playing video games and G.I. Joe together will never be forgotten.
Jorge Gaytan
December 31, 2007
May GOD Bless you and your family and may you find Peace knowing Zachary will continue to serve GOD in the greatest place of all. My sincere condolences.
Jamie & Marna Klimitchek & sons
December 31, 2007
May the joy Zach brought to others around him be your joy. How great a God we need; & how much greater is our God than our greatest need. Keep strong in your faith & family.
Kim (Macik) Jobb
December 31, 2007
You are in my thougths and prayers. I remember Zach always having a smile on his face.
Craig Oliphant
December 31, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Coach Grafes' family. He fought a tough fight against a devastating disease.He had a positive impact on many Clements students and for that you can be very proud.
Jonathan Clingensmith
December 31, 2007
Coach You were an amazing person to be around i only knew you for a few months but it only took me minutes for me to know that you area grerat person i will always remeber all the times we talked before school and during class and when i wondered the halls to talk to you. I cant help crying or anything but i hope you RIP Ill miss you- your friend Jonathan
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