Lucious F. Zachary Jr.

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Lucious F. Zachary, Jr.

Asbury Park - Lucious F. Zachary, Jr., a lifelong resident of Asbury Park, died on Saturday, September 28, 2019 at Atria Senior Living, Tinton Falls. Mr. Zachary was predeceased by his parents, Lucious and Murth Zachary and his sister Henrietta. He is survived by a sister Ann May Williams of Carle Place, NY, his nieces and nephew, and many loving friends and godchildren.

Mr. Zachary was a teacher at Asbury Park Middle School for 23 years before retiring. He was a graduate of Asbury Park High School, where he excelled in academics and track, and Monmouth College, where he graduated with honors. He sang professionally at Temple Beth El, Oakhurst and with the Metro Lyric Opera Company, Asbury Park, where he sang the principal bass roles. He taught himself to sew and make patterns and made costumes for himself and for other performers at the MLO. He also worked at the Dainty Apparel in Asbury Park and at the Barbizon Modeling School in Red Bank. He was a member of St. Augustine's Episcopal Church, Asbury Park and sang in the choirs at Trinity Episcopal Church, Asbury Park and at St. James Episcopal Church, Bradley Beach. He was a mentor to many throughout his life and loved to share his knowledge and talents in opera, fashion, etymology, and history, and could complete the New York Times crossword puzzle - in pen! He was a Boy Scout Troop leader, a volunteer at Monmouth Day Care, a Fresh Air Fund host, and opened his heart and home to many. His wonderful sense of humor and remarkable intelligence were exceeded only by his unwavering commitment and dedication to everything he did and everyone he loved.

At his request, there will be no funeral. However, condolences or memories may be sent to Ocean Grove Memorial Home, 118 Main Ave., Ocean Grove, NJ 07756

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Published by Asbury Park Press from Nov. 14 to Nov. 17, 2019.

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Yvette Simmons

November 24, 2019

Mr. Lucious F. Zachary Jr. You were truly a BRILLIANT VERY TALENTED MAN . REST PEACEFULLY IN GOD'S LOVING ARMS.

NOCHUS H.M. BERRY

November 20, 2019

"Earth has no sorrows, that heaven cannot cure."
Mr. Lucious F. Zachary, greatest amongst the least of thee. May the spirit of God find you finally Home. I will forever be eternally grateful, for the unwavering love and guidance, from both you and your Sister, Ms. Henrietta Zachary. Born to someone else, I, just as many others, before and after me, were the seeds you molded, of the coming free. Your actions truly nurtured and developed me in growth, with love and generosity of an unconditional action, forever indelibly imprinted upon my heart . The hallmark of ones life, is measured in the action of how one lives, in truth and in spirit. You Now, have done both. You will forever be missed, but never fogotten, and loved in death, as you were in life. May the spirit of both you and Henrietta live on in the memory of others, as it will forever in me. I love you+

Rosemarie Mack

November 16, 2019

Mr. Zachary is was a pleasure to have had you in my life. I remember having my own floor, at your house and the beautiful quilt you gave me. We would have tea at night and talks. My Mom, your Sister and my Godmother-Henrietta,inspired me to be the woman I'am today. Thank you, R.I.P.❤

Nancy Peters Meise

November 16, 2019

Many, many years ago, I sang in a choir at Monmouth College. I had the privilege of sitting near Lucious and reveling in his wonderful bass voice. His deep voice brought such power to Thus Saith the Lord from the Messiah and will long be a memory I treasure. Now he is sharing his voice with the heavenly choir. How lucky for them!

Floyd

November 16, 2019

I worked with mr Zachary for many years in the Asbury school districtI always called him Mr Zack because of the respect I had for him and his sincere efforts to help his students He was a hard workerWith dignity and Class Sorry for your loss Mrs Floyd

Mary Kay Mason

November 16, 2019

I had the wonderful privilege of accompanying Lucious at the Metro Lyric Opera. It was always a special and joyful time to work with him, as he was always easy to work with and a real gentleman.