John Charles Zacharias

John Charles Zacharias obituary, Pittsburgh, PA

John Charles Zacharias

John Zacharias Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 11, 2023.
John Charles Zacharias, 69, of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away on October 10, 2023. He was born on October 13, 1953, in Berea, OH, to the late Ralph and Joann Zacharias (Miller). John was preceded in death by his brother, Alan Zacharias.

John was a loving husband to Marcy and a dedicated father to his children, Jarod (Courtney) and Elissa (Robert) LaHart, both of Maryland. He cherished his role as a grandfather and found immense joy in spending time with his four grandchildren, Natalie, Lillian, Zachary, and Mary Jane. They were truly the lights of his life. John was survived by his brother, Michael Zacharias (Maureen) of Butler, PA and his brother-in-law Marc Finer (Vida) of Pittsburgh PA.

In his free time, John enjoyed the beauty of the Maryland outdoors. He had a passion for golfing, crabbing, fishing, and even jewelry making. His creativity and love for nature were evident in his hobbies.

Professionally, John had a successful career as a Land Surveyor, dedicating over thirty-five years to his craft. His expertise and attention to detail were highly regarded in his field.

Family and friends are invited to attend the visitation on October 12, 2023, from 2pm to 6pm at Neely Funeral Home in Glenshaw, PA.

Funeral will take place on 10/13/2023 at 11am at Bethel Lutheran Church in Glenshaw, PA. Internment will be private.

In memory of John, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society. Flower donations are welcomed.

The compassionate staff at Neely Funeral Home in Glenshaw, PA, are assisting the family with the arrangements during this difficult time.

John Charles Zacharias will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. His legacy of love, dedication, and a zest for life will forever be cherished.

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October 5, 2024

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November 19, 2023

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October 22, 2023

Gary and Kathy Kramer posted to the memorial.

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Chris Becker

October 5, 2024

I'll always remember John as a good teacher leader and friend

Richard Wells

November 19, 2023

I'm sorry for the loss of John. He, I and the recently departed Don Zahnheiser, went through Junior High together, all at the end of the alphabet so we were close and I would have you know we had lots of laughs.

Gary and Kathy Kramer

October 22, 2023

Hi Marcy,
Kathy and I want to offer our condolences to you and your family. Marc had on several occasions, mentioned John's unfortunate diagnosis and subsequent struggles. Although we didn't know John well, we very much enjoyed his company when we had the opportunity to chat. I sensed that he was a very good man, husband, and father. It will be a privilege for us to make a donation to The American Cancer Society in John's honor.

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John and Linda LaHart

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Chris becker

October 11, 2023

I'm at John when I started working with him at the same company GPI he is the reason I'm still in surveying 40 years later great teacher great man great friend

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