Zachary D. Eising

Zachary “Dean-o” Eising, 27, passed away Sunday, March 30th, 2025, leaving a void that his lively spirit once filled. Always the life of the party, it's perfectly Zach that his departure has us all wishing for a bit more time with him. Tragically, his vibrant life was cut short by a driver distracted by texting. Our hearts are heavy with the loss of such a spirited soul, but we find comfort in knowing he continues to spread his humor and probably teaching the chorus his favorite songs wherever he is now. You knew you were in for a treat from the moment you met Zach. He had an infectious smile and a goofy personality that turned ordinary moments into laugh-out-loud memories. Whether delivering a perfectly timed movie quote or pulling a ridiculous face, he had a gift for lighting up every room he entered. Zach took silliness very seriously—if there was an opportunity for a joke or prank, he seized it and then flashed that signature grin to ensure you were laughing with him. Perhaps the most infamous of Zach’s antics was his unique way of showing affection: if he loved you, he likely mooned you at least once — yes, that’s right. This was his not-so-subtle way of saying, "I love you to the moon and back," quite literally. It’s a fond memory that brings a smile (and perhaps a head shake and eye roll) to those lucky enough to experience his full-mooned greeting firsthand. Zach’s interests were as eclectic and vibrant as he was. If something was fun or sparked joy, he was probably into it. Some of his favorite passions included: 

Singing – Whether he was on a stage or just in the shower, Zach never hesitated to burst into song. Every car ride turned into a concert, and every dinner prep was his personal headline show.

All Things Nerdy – Zach could marathon an entire anime series in a weekend and drop Harry Potter references into casual conversation. If you missed one of his jokes, he’d happily explain it with enthusiasm.

Tattoos – He loved the art of American classic tattoos and treated his skin like a living canvas. Every tattoo had a story (or at least looked extremely cool), and he wore each with pride as if they were merit badges from a life full of adventure.

Online Gaming – To say Zach loved online gaming is an understatement. He didn’t just play – he built a community of friends. His gamer pals knew him as the wise-cracking, loyal teammate who could lead a daily virtual raid and keep everyone laughing in the chat by night. Late-night gaming sessions won’t be the same without hearing "Dean-o" cackling through the headset until the wee hours of the morning.

 Zach worked in environmental services and restoration at OnSite — a job he genuinely loved (mainly because it meant spending time with people he cared about). To him, work was just another opportunity to be around friends and spread laughter. He often said his coworkers were like family, and he meant it. Together, they tackled messy jobs and long hours, but not without plenty of jokes to keep spirits high. His OnSite crew will remember how he could lighten the mood in the toughest moments and turn colleagues into lifelong friends.

 The people he loved most were at the center of Zach’s universe: his family. He was utterly devoted to his wife, Taylor Eising, who was the love of his life, his “person.” He called her the “girl of his dreams”. Together, they built a beautiful life with two children — son Rowan and daughter Ava — who were the pride and joy of Zach’s world. He was a doting dad who never missed an opportunity to be with his kids. Whether holding Rowan or teaching Ava to cook, Zach cherished every moment with them. Zach was also a beloved son and brother. His parents, Mike and Sherry Eising, raised him to be the remarkable man we all knew (and somehow survived his youthful misadventures with their sanity intact).

 He is survived by a whole squad of siblings who will forever treasure growing up with him: brother Josh Eising (and Josh’s wife, Kayla); sister, Molly Eising; sisters, Jenna Rippetoe and Aarya Rippetoe; brothers, Ethan Ellis, Jesse Tesmer, and Nathan Tesmer; He also leaves behind grandparents Ken (“Pete”) and Nellie Eising; mother-in-law, Nita Harrison; brother-in-law, Jordan (Lindsey) Harrison, and their 3 girls, Olivia, Lily and Isla; great-grandmother-in-law, Shirley Fisher;  father-in-law, Scott Harrison. Zach was also the cherished nephew of Dave and Dawn Eising. Zach didn’t reserve his love and loyalty for just blood relatives — his friends were every bit as much a part of his family to him. His best buddies, James and Cameron, were like brothers. His “tribe” included friends Colin, Sam, Max, Red, Holly, Walker, Tabby, Sarah, and many more.

 Though his time with us was far too short, Zachary packed more living into 27 years than many do in a lifetime. He showed everyone that life is meant to be embraced with joy, kindness, and a generous helping of goofiness. His legacy is the laughter he sparked, his friendships, and the love he spread to everyone lucky enough to know “Dean-o.” In our grief, we take comfort in knowing that his spirit lives on whenever we share a funny story about him or crack a joke in his honor. Zach recently said, “It never hurts to be kind; you never know when it will come back to you.” And we think that sums Zach up pretty well. Zachary Eising will be deeply missed, but we will honor him by continuing to laugh, love, and live a little bit like Dean-o every day.

Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at Hampton-Gentry Funeral Home beginning at 3:00 p.m., where friends and family may visit from 11:00 a.m. until time of services. In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choice.