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Andrew Zilka
1986 - 2017
Andrew Zilka
1986 - 2017
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BORN
1986
DIED
2017
Andrew Zilka Obituary
Andrew graduated from Admiral King High School in 2003. He was employed by Lifecare Ambulance and the Sheffield Township Fire Department as a Lieutenant, Firefighter, EMT, and Paramedic for the past 12 years and a member of the Urban Search and Rescue Team for 6 years. Andrew also worked as a manager for COSTCO Tire Center and Best Buy.
He enjoyed golfing, gadgets, listening to and attending polka festivals, everything Disney. He also loved being an Eagle Scout. Most of all Andrew loved is job as a Firefighter- Paramedic. Helping people was his greatest gift. Andrew made his career saving lives and he continued to do so after he passed away by donating his organs to Life Banc to save the lives of many more.
Andrew is survived by his parents, Thomas and Deborah Zilka; sister, Emily (Scott) Sanders; and his niece, Isabelle Sanders.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Joseph and Irene Zilka and Victor and Pat Carson.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. in the Dovin and Reber Jones Funeral & Cremation Center, 1110 Cooper Foster Park Road, Amherst. Private family funeral services will take place at a later date.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests that contributions be made in memory of Andrew to them as they will be making donations to several organizations in his memory.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.dovinreberjones.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
gloeia kovacs
June 15, 2017
Debbie and Tom
So sorry to hear of Andrew's passing. I know how proud you guys were of him and all his accomplishments, what a tremendous loss. Please know I will keep your family in prayer.
mary jachym
June 11, 2017
deb,tom and family;peace
JW
June 8, 2017
Sincere condolences to the family.
May God sustain you at this time
Please find comfort from his word
Where he promises he will
"comfort your heart
and make you firm"
during this time of great loss.
2 Thessalonians 2:16,17
With deep sympathy
Kathy Howard
June 8, 2017
Tom and family,
So sorry for your loss, may prayers give you strength in this time of need.
Kathy Howard
Mercy ER
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Katie Nickol
June 7, 2017
Andrew's infectious smile and outgoing personality is something I will treasure always. You may be gone Andrew, but I will never forget you or the memories we made together. 'Til I see you again dear friend, fly high with the angels above. As much peace as you brought to those around you, I hope you have found for yourself. Love you!
June 7, 2017
Debbie, Tom and Emily - you are all in our thoughts and hearts today as you celebrate Andrew's life and his homecoming with his grandparents and loved ones in the Better Place. We love you all. Elli and Gary
June 7, 2017
Sincerest sympathy,
Ken & Sue Majcher
Benson, NC
Sue Holman
June 6, 2017
I give my condolences to Andrews family. He was a great friend and co-worker at Costco.
Heather Godfrey
June 6, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the zilka family, thoughts and prayers for the family and friends
Heather Niskey Godfrey
June 6, 2017
Our prayers go out to the family and friends. Sincerely, Cameron and Carole-Leigh Brown
Doug
June 6, 2017
May the good memories and the gifts Andy brought to the world around him console you in your time of sorrow. He will be missed by many.
Susan Kuncel
June 6, 2017
My heart breaks for both of you...
Tom, I remember you talking about him over the years as he was following in your footsteps and how proud you were of him.
Please know I am praying for comfort and peace for your family.
Cathy Ross
June 6, 2017
Deb and Tom, I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Ann Horta
June 6, 2017
Debbie and Tom, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you. I am sorry I cannot be there as I am out of town but am thinking of you. Love, Ann Horta
Dennis & Pam Friess
June 6, 2017
Tom, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. So sad too young.
Kathie Chamberlain Foble
June 5, 2017
Debbie, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Kathie Chamberlain Foble
Ken Jursinski
June 5, 2017
Dear Tom and Deb: Our prayers are with you. Kenny, Kevin and Natalie
Jeff Stone
June 5, 2017
Dear Tom and Deb, So shocked and saddened to hear the news on the loss of your beloved son. You are in my prayers. Your friend always.
Diana Siman
June 5, 2017
Prayers for your family. May God provide u comfort and peace. Sincerely The Daniel Siman family
Helen Brooks
June 5, 2017
My heartfelt condolences Tom and Deborah. I remember him as a small boy while working with Tom at LifeCare God bless you both Praying for comfort for you both and your entire family.
Central Lorain County Joint Ambulance District
June 5, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Amanda Jackson
June 5, 2017
Thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.
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