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Sean Zetz Obituary
Sean Kern Zetz of Simi Valley died unexpectedly Monday, June 12, 2006, at the age of 24.
Sean attended Simi Valley High School and was a graduate of the Grizzly Challenge in San Luis Obispo. He was employed as a veterinary technician at American Veterinary Hospital in Simi Valley.
Sean made friends wherever he went because of his outgoing personality. He loved to spend time with his family, friends, and dog, Bugsy. He enjoyed skateboarding, playing paintball and dancing. Sean was known for his love of animals and his great sense of humor.
Sean is survived by his parents, Lori and Bob Pielock of Simi Valley; brothers, Nicholas Zetz, Bob Pielock Jr. and Marc Pielock; sister, Shannon Pielock; grandparents Bob and Betty Ann Zetz, Benita McKowen, and Shirley Pielock; 13 aunts; seven uncles; and numerous loving cousins. Sean will also be missed by his loving girlfriend, Alyson Exposito.
Sean is preceded in death by his father, Robert B. Zetz, and grandparents Eugene and Ruth Kern.
Visitation will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Monday, June 19, at Reardon Simi Valley Funeral Home, 2636 Sycamore Drive, Simi Valley.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 20, at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, at Cochran and Stow streets in Simi Valley.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made in his name to the California Highway Patrol 11-99 Foundation, P.O. Box 3537 La Habra, CA 9063537.
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MARILYN KERN
June 11, 2022
Sean I think of you often still Miss You! I hope your looking over your family and friends I know they still are missing you also..
Denise Calloway
July 5, 2006
My dear Aunt Lori, My heart aches for you & the family. Focus on the wonderful memories as Sean's spirit lives on. May God comfort & guide you during this time. Love you, Neesi
Heather Exposito
July 1, 2006
Well it is definitely not the same around here. You have changed my life along with my family's more than you know. We will FOREVER miss you. Thank you for being such a huge part of my life, and especially my sisters. Love you buddy! Your wonderful and kind presence will always be here. Thinking of you always!
Sarah Phelps
June 30, 2006
sean had always made me feel like i was apart of the group. he always smiled and always was intresting to talk to. It hurts to know such a wonderful person has been taken. I love sean a lot and hope your family is being able to make it through such a hard time. sean and your family are in my thoughts and praiers.
Sarah Phelps
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Bobbie Jones
June 27, 2006
Sean was always a smiling face when I would take my dog, Gunnar to see Dr. Anderson. With the passing of both wonderful people in such a short time, I'm at a loss for words. You will be truly missed.
Sherrie Legg
June 24, 2006
Sean, miss you very much, you made me laugh and were like a son helping me around the house, but most of all you were a part of our family and meant so much to my
Daughter..
marilyn kern
June 22, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
marilyn kern
June 22, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
MICHAEL BLUMENTHAL
June 21, 2006
SEAN YOU WERE THE BEST FRIEND A PERSON COULD EVER HAVE HAD, ALTHOUGH WE GOT IN TROUBLE SOMETIMES WE ALWAYS STUCK IT OUT AND WERE THIER TO SUPPORT ONE ANOTHER. IN SHORT YOU'LL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART YOUR BEST FRIEND MIKEY.
Cindy Caranchini
June 20, 2006
Sean - I hardly knew ye'. A young shining star, who touched the lives of many; with a warm smile, and comforting humor.
It may comfort your family to know how you helped my family while we were dealing with the critical illness of our dog "Paddy".
Paddy was on death's door step when we brought him to Dr. Anderson. My mom would make home cooked meals for Paddy every day. With a smile, Sean would state that Paddy's food smelled so good, and that the dog ate better than he. His joking comments lightened our hearts.
Paddy lived a few more years thanks to the great care he received from Dr. Anderson's staff.
I know that Paddy was one among many pets and people who were there to welcome Sean into the heavenly realm.
God Bless Sean and his loved ones!
Robert and Katarina Holstein
June 20, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May God give you peace and strength during this difficult time. Sean will be missed by all.
June 20, 2006
There are no words that will take your pain away. I lost my son 2 years ago (Travis Lemmer) and your son went to my sons funeral.I dont know Sean personally, but I have heard he is a great guy. If you ever need to talk, you can email me at [email protected]
My prayers are always with u.
RAY & SHARON BRUNO
June 20, 2006
WORDS ALONE CAN NOT EXPRESS THE HEARTBRAKE OF LOOSING A LOVED ONE. THOUGH I NEVER MEET SEAN I REMEMBER YOU TALKING ABOUT HIM, AND I COULD SEE THE PRIDE AND LOVE YOU HAD FOR SEAN. IN GODS LOVE, RAY
Libby Martinez
June 20, 2006
Sean was a great person and friend. He was the best when it came to animals and others. My heart goes out to his family and friends. He is irreplaceable and will be in my heart for eternity. I'll always love him.
Heather Ellis
June 20, 2006
I have been struggling to find the words to express how I feel, not easy to do. I have known Sean since he was born, though over the years Sean and I lost touch I still was in touch with his mom, Lori. I still remember all the good mememories from when we were little with Nick. Lori and Nick, I am thinking of you and your family.
Lisa Mullinix
June 19, 2006
I only knew and worked with Sean for a short time, but I could see that he had a very special way with animals. I bet he is up there taking care of all of our animal friends that we have lost over the years. My deepest sympathy to Sean's family...he will be missed.
Becky Hill
June 19, 2006
I only worked with Sean a short time, but he was great with animals!He will be missed- he lived far to short a life.
Kenn Hurt
June 19, 2006
Tho we will miss Sean, we know he is in a better place with his Grandparents Kern. You will be missed by all and our prayers are with you Sean and your wonderful family. Your in my prayers.....
Debbie Spiegel
June 18, 2006
To my sister and her family my deepest sorrow for the loss of a son and a brother. Sean will be missed and in our thoughts and prayers for a long time. I am so thankful that some of the Aunts, Uncles and cousins got to see him at Easter time. Just never thought it would be the last Easter for us to spend time with him.
Love Always,
Aunt Debbie
Nan Cerroni-Martinez
June 18, 2006
Sean was like a son to me and I will miss him with all my heart-every morning when we worked together he would get the paper and read the Horoscope part to see what kind of day we would have..He will stay in my heart forever.
Mike & Marie Eckert
June 18, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of great loss. May you find comfort in knowing others care and share your sorrow.
Nicole Kern
June 18, 2006
I remember a few years back, when Dad and I had come down for a visit to Grandma and Grandpas house, I was in the Tv/Movie room with Sean and I was going through his CD collection. He had so many punk/rock CD's and his favorite band was The Misfits, I remember thinking "Wow, I have a cool cousin?" It pains me that I didn't get to know him better, but no matter what, we are family and I will miss him more then I can say. I miss the Christmas parties, the beach get-togethers and swimming in the pool with him and all the cousins. It is a shame he had to go so soon, I love you all
Sara&Mac Gonzalez
June 18, 2006
Sean was always so kind and attentive to our dogs while they were patients at American Veterinary Hospital. We will remember his positive attitude and the great care he gave to our pets. He will certainly be missed along with Dr. Anderson's unexpected passing too.
Alyson Exposito
June 18, 2006
Seany bear I miss you so very much, there isn't a second that passes I am not thinking of you and wishing you were still here. You will be in my heart and thaughts until the day I am up there with you. I love you always and forever. Your baby/best friend, Alyson (Snoodler)
And you were right, there will never be anyone that can make me laugh the way you did :)
jaime kern
June 17, 2006
got info of his condition while traveling the beutiful earth between washington and oregon, i had my prayers and encouragement with him. in idaho i misunderstood the fruneral to be thursday so i made a commitment to have the dog van serviced for my next travel down south well my place is here for now in murphy general store.my heart is broken for lori bobert nick and marc
June 17, 2006
sarah kern yoscovitch
June 17, 2006
cousin sean, even though we lived so far apart, you were thought of offten!! Im glad you got to see my daughter she took to you very well, as everyone does!!! just remember those days back on acadamy way! your in our hearts always!! xxxooo sarah and taylor
Marc Pielock
June 17, 2006
Sean had a great caring for others and was an amazing brother; that will not be forgot. I love him from the bottom of my heart always.
Todd Kern
June 17, 2006
Sis & Family
I can not express the sadness in my heart. I wish that I had the opportunity to spend more time with Sean. I will miss him dearly. And my thoughts and prays are with you..
All my Love
His Uncle Todd
Mom
June 17, 2006
I Love you, my son.
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