Zachary G. Esparza

I was on the flight that carried this brave man back to St Louis April 15, 2023. All passengers remained seated after landing, until his casket was removed from the plane. I feel honored to have been with him on his way back to STL. Rest in peace and thank you for your service to our country.

Dear Misty, Zona and family,
I am so saddened to hear of Zac's death--a light gone out of the world! Misty, you set high standards for your children, and you did it with joyful presence and support. Zac's life certainly attests to that.

I have fond memories of our college tour trip and will always remember the positive influence you and your children had on Bayless High School.

Mi más sentido pésame dios les de la sabiduría y La Paz en sus corazones que en estos momentos necesitan dios este con ustedes

My family and I had the honor of meeting Zac when we were stationed in Okinawa. He would come to my office and talk regularly about life and when he found out my daughter went thru WOCC and was flying for the Army that´s what he wanted. We encouraged him, we helped him with his paperwork. To say I was proud of him was an understatement, he sent me his class shirt and coin said he made it. He was so full of life and always smiling , putting smiles on all those who came into contact with him... my heart breaks that he left this earth too soon you will be missed. Give Poquito a hug for me.
Blue skies and Tailwinds ..

I had the honor of serving as Zac´s Aviation Task Force Commander during Pacific Pathways. He always had a huge smile and a passion to excel in the cockpit. It was my absolute pleasure to know him and he is already sorely missed by a vast aviation community.

Lele Makou No Na Puali, Zac.

Forever in Flight.

I will not forget you.

Love you brother. Good times in the Sinai

God grant him eternal life