Patricia and Pearce Zahn

Patricia "Pat" (née Melvin) and Pearce "Nick" Zahn passed away July 15, 2025. They were married for over fifty years. Loving parents of Jacqueline Zahn, Kathleen Todd (Larry King), and Andy Zahn (Mary). Adoring Grammy and Poppy of Kaitlyn, Madeline, Henry, and Owen. Patricia was the dear sister of Jack Melvin and the late Dennis and Francis Melvin. Nick was the brother of Kenneth Zahn (Carol) and the late Barbara Adams. Aunt and uncle to Timothy Melvin, Jennifer Mougeotte (née Melvin), Aine Melvin, Karen Zahn-Anderson, Heather Zahn Gardner, and the late Larry Zahn. They also had a close and life-long friendship with Mary Lou and Jim MacMillan and they certainly loved their grand-cats and grand-dog.

Pat and Nick Zahn were loving and devoted parents who will be remembered for many things. Both were dedicated to the welfare of animals and nature. In her later years, Pat worked at a veterinary office and also volunteered helping to trap stray cats to give them whatever medical attention was needed. In retirement, Nick volunteered his time at the Churchville Nature Center and was an avid birder, an interest he shared with many friends. The times he spent in nature, whether looking for the elusive Red-winged blackbird, exploring nature trails, or camping with the family, provided him peace and solitude. Pat's painting hobby, at home or in art classes with friends was her source of joy and relaxation. The walls of her home offer proof of her skill and love of painting. Nick also had creative skills but his were more practical, he was the consummate handy-man and could build or fix anything he set his mind to.

Pat and Nick also shared several interests, one in particular was attending concerts together inspired by Pat's love of music. The house was usually filled with her singing along with Jackson Browne, the Eagles, Crosby, Stills, and Nash, the Band just to name a few. They also enjoyed having dinner with friends, hosting family gatherings for special events, taking in films at the County Theater in Doylestown, and spending time in Cape May. But what brought them the most joy was supporting their grand kids in their athletic and artistic endeavors. These times will be remembered fondly in the years to come.

Services to honor and celebrate the lives of Pat and Nick will be held at a later date. Contributions in their memories may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or the Churchville Nature Center.