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Darryl ZOERB Obituary
January 20, 1964 - April 14, 2015
With profound sadness the family of Darryl Zoerb announces his passing on April 14, 2015 in Lethbridge, AB. Darryl will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Maureen and Dale Zoerb, his sisters and their families: Kathy and Lawrence Nutting, Dustin, Jenna (Gareth); Cheryl and Les LaRocque, Matthew (Emily), Steven, Denae, Reanne; Dalene (twin sister) and Rick Newton, Tom, Rob and Julia as well as several cousins, uncles and aunts. Darryl was born on January 20, 1964 in Edmonton, AB and spent the first six months of his life in Edson, AB before the family moved to Saskatoon. He attended elementary school at Churchill School and Brunskill School and his high school years were at Aden Bowman Collegiate. He went on to the University of Saskatchewan and graduated in 1985 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours). In 1993, he achieved his Master of Landscape Architecture from the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg. Darryl received many academic awards and scholarships throughout his schooling. His professional career took him to many cities across western Canada: Regina, Saskatoon, Edmonton and Richmond. Darryl loved and had an appreciation for art, music and drama. He was so passionate about the arts and nature and enjoyed sharing it with family and friends. In recent years, he lived in Lethbridge and enjoyed his work at Canadian Tire and at the Library, he was surrounded by a supportive community. He struggled with depression and addiction. We will miss his caring, witty, humorous, and nurturing personality. He had so many talents that he shared with us and many others. His light was so bright and he is gone too soon. He was predeceased by Derek Neil Zoerb (infant brother), grandparents Marion and Eli Zoerb, Eleanor and Borden Neil. Please join our family for a Celebration of his Life at Saskatoon Golf and Country Club (865 Cartwright St. Saskatoon) on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. If you would like to make a donation in his memory, please consider the Southern Alcare Manor, 520 7th Street South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 2H1.
"When I come to the end of the day
and the sun has set for me
I want no rites in a gloom-filled room.
Why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little, but not too long
and not with your head bowed low.
Remember the love we once shared –
Miss me, but let me go.
For this is a journey we must all take
and each must go alone.
It's all a part of the Maker's plan,
a step on the road to home.
When you are lonely and sick at heart
go to the friends we know,
and bury your sorrows in doing good deeds - Miss me but let me go."
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84 Entries
Parker Wallace
January 20, 2025
Happy Birthday, Darryl. I always remember you on this day, and so many others.
Brad Walker
September 7, 2021
I found this when cleaning out my desk today. I saved it when we moved our office, with the intention of sending it to him never did. He drew this at the work one day then titled it where it stayed on the bulletin board long after he left. My only contact with him when he moved to Lethbridge was playing ‘Words with Friends’.
Ken Jackson
April 16, 2016
Miss my old friend.
April 14, 2016
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F. Parker Wallace
January 21, 2016
Darryl, I had a premonition about you today, knowing yesterday was your birthday. There was a sense of sadness as I googled your name, trying to find your contact information. I hope you are reading this from the place we go to one day. You were a wonderful person and soul. I will remember you fondly and our times in Montreal, our trip and education about Saskatoon and being young together. Those memories are most dear to me. I still have all your letters. My condolences to your wonderful family. I am sure they are still devastated by your passing. Love, Parker Wallace
Joanne Brown
July 23, 2015
The little boy who lived down the lane. . . How shocked and absolutely saddened was I to learn of Darryl's passing. While I wasn't a part of his adult life, my memories of Darryl as an incredibly creative and talented boy have always remained with me. My heart goes out to Dalene and the Zoerb family.
Joanne (Windsor) Brown, Winnipeg
Alain Zenatti
June 27, 2015
C'est avec une très grande tristesse que je viens d'apprendre la disparition de Darryl, nous nous sommes rencontrés dans les années 80 à Paris, j'étais très content de l'avoir retrouvé sur FB en espérant le voir prochainement. Je garde en souvenir son sourire sa joie sa gentillesse... Toutes mes condoléances à sa famille, Alain
Lisa Warner
May 7, 2015
Darryl - elegant, beautiful, funny, charming. So many beautiful memories of this amazing man from high school and beyond. He will live on in our hearts forever and I am blessed to sleep beneath one of his gorgeous paintings. Rest in peace, dear Darryl. Sincere condolences and love to the Zoerb family.
Revelin Ellwyn
May 5, 2015
I will miss you my friend. Meeting you a few years ago was one of the highlights of my life. You have a beautiful soul. My deepest sympathy to the Zoerb Family.
Anna Ringstrom
May 4, 2015
Darryl was a wonderful person who I was honoured to call a friend. I first met Darryl at the U of M, where he wowed us all with his remarkable talent, quick wit, good looks and brilliant smile. He was a kind and nurturing man who saw the beauty in the things that most of us take for granted, made us laugh until our sides ached, and mentored those around him by simply shining in our midst. I took for granted that one day he would return to Saskatoon to live, and I'd be blessed again with having him near. My deepest condolences to the Zoerb Family for this terrible loss.
Brad Kathi and girls Amson
April 29, 2015
Dear Dale Maureen and Family. We just heard the sad news of Darryl's passing. A life too young to end. We wish you all have some comfort from the support of friends and family in this time of sorrow.
Kalla and Greg Bandler
April 27, 2015
Our hearts go out to the entire Zoerb family.
Warm regards from Toronto.
Karen Kowalenko-Evjen
April 27, 2015
So very sorry to hear of Darryl's untimely passing. He was one of my Facebook buddies. The photos of the natural world he posted on Facebook were so beautiful. I came to know Darryl when I taught band at Brunskill. He played the flute beautifully. He was such a lovely kid - so sensitive, kind and thoughtful. So intelligent and creative. I will miss his posts on Facebook very much and I will never forget him. May Darryl rest in peace.
Connie & Bill Fowle
April 26, 2015
Dear Dale, Maureen and all the Family,
We just heard of Darryl's passing. How very sad. Please accept out deepest sympathies. We have fond memories of Darryl as a youngster visiting Pat and Bert. He was a treasure and his memory will be with you forever. Take Care, With Fondest Regards from Bill and Connie Fowle and Family
Colleen(Arch) & Brian Hargreaves
April 26, 2015
Thinking of you all at this difficult time of grief and sadness. My favorite memory of Daryl was when he lipsynced to me as part of 'The Turtles' at our wedding. I always think him when I hear the song Time of the Season, remembering how he sauntered up to me singing "What's your name? Who's your Daddy?"
Our hearts are with you.
Warren Hurt
April 25, 2015
Darryl, ever the sharply dressed, handsome devil, delivered creativity and perfection in all he did. He has left us his legacy.
The ever handsome Darryl with Andy
April 25, 2015
Irene & Ken Smith
April 25, 2015
We have just learned fo Daryl passing away. Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Bev Shutiak
April 25, 2015
My heart goes out to you.
Joylyn Seeley (Richert)
April 25, 2015
I've been filled with such a profound sadness since hearing about Darryl's passing. I'm at a loss for words to express how very sorry I am over your loss. I have so many fond memories of the countless hours Darryl and I spent sitting beside each other during all those years of band rehearsals, performances and trips. He was wise, witty and kind. I am unable to make it back to Saskatoon for his celebration of life, but you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Perry Kirkpatrick
April 24, 2015
I attended the University of Saskatchewan along side of Darryl, he was always such a positive and charismatic fellow, although younger than I was he made a strong impression on me with his confidence and friendliness. We lost touch over the years but reconnected the last couple years on Facebook, he continued to impress me with beautiful photos that he would make and post. He had a wonderful connection with the prairies and knew how to show the landscape off beautifully! Darryl will be missed by many and the grief and sorrow his loved ones feel now is directly commensurate with how deep the love you shared. My condolences, Perry
Solmaz Niyazi
April 24, 2015
A profound loss of an extraordinary man. Darryl was remarkable in every sense of the word. His kindness, his love, his brilliance will never be forgotten. My deepest condolences to the Zoerb family, he has left us all with many beautiful indelible memories.
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April 24, 2015
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Bill Addison
April 24, 2015
To all the Zoerb family,
I met Darryl shortly after he and Gregg moved to Edmonton. Darryl's wit, intelligence, and joie de vivre made an instant inpression. We became good friends. Another friend identified inquisitiveness as a key element in Darryl's character and I agree. He wanted to explore, and he encouraged others to broaden their horizons. Darryl was a wonderful man of great talent. I will remember that smile, that laugh, that slightly bow legged walk, that little bit of mockery that emerged if one became pompous, and many acts of kindness he showed to me. I will miss you amigo.
To Darryl's family and all the others who treasured him, my deepest sympathies.
Alan & Barb Grant
April 24, 2015
Darryl was always a bright spot in any of the family gatherings we had...his personal integrity and great sense of humor left such a positive impression on us all...he will be missed!
Kirsten (nee Friesen) & Jean-Francois Godbout
April 24, 2015
So sad to learn of Darryl's death. The out pouring of love and memories in this guest book is a touching tribute to what a special man Darryl was and how deeply he connected with people.
Diana Jones
April 24, 2015
To repeat the words of many in this guest book, Darryl was such a kind and beautiful soul. During our lives, there will be a handful of people we meet that leave a lasting impression of integrity, creativity, sympathy, and modesty. Darryl is one of these people. I knew Darryl during my Faculty of Architecture years at UofM and reconnected years ago on facebook. We shared a love of nature and the prairies and were always the first to comment on each others photos of sunsets, the amazing prairie thunderstorms, grasslands and infinite horizons. Darryl appreciated the beauty in the world and that is how I will remember him.
My condolences to the family and close friends of Darryl, he will be missed by so many.
Brian Beck
April 24, 2015
Dear Dale, Maureen, Cheryl, Kathy, Dalene, and Family,
Words can't express this but I will try Please accept deepest condolences from myself and the rest of my family. I think you know I cared greatly for Darryl and will miss many things about my old elementary and high school buddy. I especially was amazed at how well Darryl was able to deal with so many girls around him telling him what to do all the time (and not counting the Doctor). I will never forget his beautiful creative spirit and was lucky enough to be able to share some virtual moments with him again this last year. I look forward to sharing more with you when I am back in town again. Sincerely,
Helen Hyde
April 23, 2015
May you always cherish the Beautiful Memories in your heart. My thoughts and Prayers are with you.
April 23, 2015
Deepest condolences to the Zoerb family. We met Darryl at U of M when we became fast friends. He touched us in so many ways at school and since - the art in him, his kindness, and his wonderful sense of humour. We are very saddened by this news, and so grateful to have known Darryl.
Beth Sanders, Peter Spearey and family.
Vel Sawatzky
April 23, 2015
My condolances to the Zoerb family on the loss of your
son,brother,uncle and friend.Take comfort in the memories
all of you have of a kind and gentle soul.May he rest in peace .
Bev. & Norman Ink
April 23, 2015
Maureen Dale and family,
Our deepest sympathy on your loss,you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Randall Sugden
April 23, 2015
I attended Brunskill Elementary school with Darryl 40 years ago. Although we were in different classes/grades, he always had the friendliest/brightest smile....for everyone. I'm very sorry for you loss.
Tracy Cole
April 23, 2015
My sincere condolences to the Zoerb family at this time. I was deeply saddened and shocked to get this news last Friday. I remember Darryl as a sweet and kind young man in high school and Cheryl and Kathy's little brother. May the support and comfort of friends and family surround you with love at this difficult time. I am sorry that I cannot be at Darryl's Celebration of Life but my thoughts and prayers are with you. Tracy
Sheri Meyerhoffer
April 23, 2015
Just finished reading the previous 46 messages. Couldn't agree more that he was special. I too always believed in him and never gave up hope that he would conquer his demons. I had prayed for a different outcome but I accept that there is a power that knows better than me the right time and way for Darryl to leave us. Still, it makes me profoundly sad. All my love to the Zoerb family.
Brian and Darlene Rogowski and family
April 23, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to all the Zoerb family. We are unable to join you in Saskatoon celebrating Darryl's life but know you will be in our thoughts.
Laurel & Al Reisinger
April 23, 2015
Kathy and Lawrence and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories sustain you through your grief.
Iris Magnus
April 23, 2015
My thoughts & prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
April 23, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. HUGS!
Phyllis MacWhirter & Jill Friedt
April 23, 2015
Dr. & Mrs. Zoerb
Kathy, Cheryl, Dalene/Julia & families
We were shocked when we saw the notice of Darryl's passing last week & so saddened to now read the full obituary. We cannot imagine how difficult this has been trying to digest all that has happened, preparing for two Celebrations of Life, finding the strength to be pillars of support for one another, studying for & writing final exams. Please know you have been & will continue to be in our prayers.
God bless
Gerald & Brenda Lashyn, Jonathan, Matthew, Marie, Daniel, Lauren & Kate
April 23, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Zoerb family! I remember you all so fondly from so many years ago. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love Bev Plessl nee Trask
Denise Candlish
April 23, 2015
Dalene and Family So sorry for your loss. Thinking about your family during this difficult time.
April 22, 2015
My condolences to Darryl's family. We were friends when we both lived in Edmonton, and kept in touch by Facebook. I am saddened by this news.
Patty Djan
April 21, 2015
Darryl and I last traded emails on December 15.He had just been hired at the library and was excited by this fresh start. He shared most everything with me over marathon phone calls. Even through his pain and struggles, we always managed to find the funny and laugh BIG!! I believed in him, never gave up on him and will always love him. To the Zoerb Family, please know that he was an exceptional friend to me.
Greg Berezowski
April 21, 2015
I was saddened to hear of Darryl"s passing. I had not been in touch for a number of years but he played a major part in some of my younger life's most profound transitions. He has been on my mind a great deal of late, unfortunately I now know why. To his family i send my sincerest condolences and pray that you allow the memories of him to offer solace.
April 21, 2015
Dear Maureen & Dale & family.
I am so sorry to hear of Darryl's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Remember the happy times with Darryl. God Bless you all. Love & hugs! Joyce Mienhart Edmonton.
Sue Boryski
April 21, 2015
Dear Kathy, Lawrence, Maureen, Dale and Zoerb Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss of Darryl. We hope that you can find some comfort in your special memories in the happy years you shared with Darryl. We are thinking of you all at this sad and difficult time.
Sue and Vic Boryski
April 21, 2015
To the whole Zoerb family: We are so terribly saddened by Darryl's passing. Our hearts go out to all of you. Our sincere condolences.
Doug Shearer, Aandra Currie Shearer and family
Cindy van Seters
April 20, 2015
I was so sorry to hear about Darryl's passing. I knew him in the early to mid 80's and he had one of the kindest, gentlest souls of anyone I know.Please accept my heartfelt condolences on your loss.
April 20, 2015
Dear Maureen, Dale and Family,
We are truly saddened to hear of Darryl's passing. We extend our deepest sympathy to each of you.
Jack and Joanne Messer and Family
Doug and Lucille Isely
April 19, 2015
Dear Zoerb Family, We were saddened to hear of the passing of Darryl. We wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and in our prayers at this time. We are currently in Southern France and will not be able to attend the Celebration of Life, but we will be there in our thoughts on that day. Our heart felt condolences to your family. Sincerely
Gregg Ambrosi
April 19, 2015
I was deeply saddened by the news of Darryl's passing. He had a huge influence on my life, exposing me to greatness of art and design, letting me into his wonderful family, and sharing his amazing friends with me. I was fortunate to have him play such a big part of my life. I will miss him.
Brian Maier
April 19, 2015
Darryl was a great friend to me during his time in Edmonton. Engaging, creative, interesting, considerate and just an allround nice guy. So sorry to hear of his passing. Too young. Too soon. My thoughts are with all of the Zoerb family.
Jamie Rattai
April 19, 2015
Darryl inspired me to pursue my dreams, and encouraged me follow my passions. He will never be forgotten, and I am a better person for knowing him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones.
Claire Tyrrell
April 19, 2015
When I heard of Darryl's passing, I was immediately saddened with the news. Like Ted I have not seen him for many years but have recently been in contact the last few years with FB. I have known him since I was 7 years old at Churchill and then again in the Brunskill School Days. I wish my sincere condolences to his family and friends. He has touched many people in his life and will be fondly remembered.
Nikki Forrest
April 19, 2015
I am so sad to hear this news. Darryl had a profound impact on my life. I often think of him and his great kindness and friendship. He will be missed.
Ted Caldwell
April 19, 2015
I am very sad to hear of Darryl's passing - I had not seen him for many years, since our early days at Brunskill, so it was a great pleasure to reconnect recently online, as well as briefly in person last summer with him and the rest of the family. Darryl was exactly as I remembered him - a smart, funny, gentle person who just made everything better by his very presence. I send my heartfelt condolences to the Zoerb family, and I know that many others are grieving his loss - he is someone we will always remember fondly.
April 18, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Susan Peacock
April 18, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at his time. Janet Thomson
Margaret Camara
April 18, 2015
I truly love and loved Darryl's kind and seeking spirit!
We were friends through a mutual dear friend.
It is with profound sadness that I express my sincere condolences.
A dear and wonderful man with such talents ..
To Darryl's family and close friends ..
I will forever chant for him and may his light shine within us always ..
Margaret Camara, Winnipeg
Lucy Harrison
April 18, 2015
Words cannot express how devastating this loss is to SO many. The outpouring of grief I have experienced from those who have contacted me has been overwhelming. Darryl was a very loved man and I was honoured to be a close friend of his these past years while his life went through so much transition. I knew him well from high school and reconnected with him years ago when he moved to Vancouver to study teaching French Immersion. I know this must be more than devastating. Please know my heart goes out to all of you and to everyone who knew and loved him. He was such a kind, humble, creative, funny, and intelligent man - this is such a tragedy. I never knew someone more well liked and loved than Darryl. I know his love for his family was the biggest thing in his heart. We talked a lot about his love for you all and how much that meant to him in his life. Words truly cannot express the depth of this loss - as I'm sure you know. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Please feel free to contact me if you need to. I wish there was something I could do to ease your pain.
Dean Murrison
April 18, 2015
We have lost a man with immense talents and a deep embracing soul. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones.
Connie Sturgess (nee Tarasoff)
April 18, 2015
Thursday evening, at a performance of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, I was silently recalling how beautifully Darryl played the flute. We were in band together as far back as our Brunskill School days. I was shocked and saddened Friday morning when I learned of his passing. I am so sorry for your loss.
Stephane Clavel
April 18, 2015
What a lost!
My deepest sympathy to the family.
Naomi Riches
April 18, 2015
Darryl, so talented and warm, was a shining light in my high school years. I send my sincere condolences to his family and friends at this great loss.
Mary Beckett
April 18, 2015
So sorry to hear. Darryl was a special person.
Cheryl Bakke Martin
April 18, 2015
I am heart broken to hear of Darryl's passing. To all of you who loved him, I send my prayers. I will hold you all in my heart and send you healing.
Douglas Armo Bean
April 17, 2015
Darryl left this plane far too soon-- I'm so sorry for your loss! I had the pleasure of knowing Darryl when he lived in Saskatoon. As his stylist for a time, I knew him well as one of most handsome, lovely, creative, brilliant, articulate men I have ever met. May you believe and have faith, as I do, that Darryl will always and ever be there watching over you-- his loved and dearest ones. Of this, I am most certain! Find joy and solace in the wonderful memories you possess. Sincerely,
Rachel Buchholz (nee Marlor)
April 17, 2015
I knew Darryl from High School - he was an amazing person! The world has lost a dear soul. To his family and friends who mourn, I am so sorry for your loss. May you find peace. God's strength and comfort to all of you in this sad time.
Simón Cruz
April 17, 2015
Darryl was a creative and very kind man. My thoughts and prayers go to his family. Your wit will be missed.
Dean Gregory
April 17, 2015
A great loss for all of us who knew him. My prayers and condolences to the family.
ken jackson
April 17, 2015
I will miss Darryl very much. My thoughts and prayers are with the Zoerb family.
Ann Marie Spring
April 17, 2015
Our love and thoughts are with you Kathy and family during this sad and difficult time.We will keep you close to our hearts. Love Ann Marie and Rick Spring
Hugh Cawker
April 17, 2015
I knew Darryl at UofS and again when our paths crossed in Winnipeg when we both studied there. I always admired him. He was an artistic soul. My condolences to all his family and friends.
Deb Hicks
April 17, 2015
Dear Zoerb family, please accept my sympathy and prayers during this difficult time. Deb Hicks Saskatoon
Suzanne Martineau
April 17, 2015
Such heartbreaking news. My thoughts to you all.
Louise Zoerb
April 17, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are going out from one Zoerb family to another Zoerb family are this time of your loss. God grant you the strength you need to go through the days ahead. God be with you.
Gary Day
April 17, 2015
I am both shocked and saddened by this news! I hope that we can all bear this in time. My best to all of Darryl's family.
Brenda Baker
April 17, 2015
My heart goes out to all the Zoerb family. I am so very, very sorry and sad. Darryl was such a special person.
Terry Zoerb
April 17, 2015
Daryl and I send our deepest condolances to the family
rita egan
April 17, 2015
I am so sorry to hear about Darryl, my heart goes out to your family. Darryl was the best friend a girl could have. The greatest lip sync partner. oxoxox
B-J Diduck
April 17, 2015
I am so very sad to learn of Darryl's death. Love and hugs to your entire family.
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