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for Russell Zenko
Bob logan
March 1, 2022
Dear John and Jere,
Please accept my condolences on the passing of your son. I am happy you seem to be doing well in your endeavors.
Matthew Cortellesi
May 21, 2009
It was always more fun when Scott was around. He will be missed but not forgotten.
Sheridan Davis
March 12, 2009
I knew Scott as a bon vivant, a generous supporter of Alta events, and a vivacious outspoken character and life of the party whenever he arrived on the scene. Scott, you are missed and we look forward to memorializing you at a Zenko Disco tonight in Alta. Rest in peace. We wish you well.
Nancy Selzer
September 21, 2008
Scottie was a neighborhood fixture in Gramercy Park NYC. He knew all the history and dirt of the area and championed our restaurant, Casa Mono, as we struggled to get on our feet 5 years ago. He was a bon vivant who will be sorely missed. I am so sorry for you tragic loss.
Rich Segerson
September 10, 2008
Will miss you Scottie........
Chris Wiedenmayer
September 9, 2008
We will miss skiing with you in Alta and Jackson Scottie, as well as you hand selecting the wines for our meals!
Nathaniel DuPertuis
September 9, 2008
I lived with Scott since October last year in the basement of his Utah home. I'm still shocked by his passing. What a funny, retro, generous guy he was. I'm glad to have known him, even for such a short time. Scotty, you took me in to your domicile after I moved out of my longtime home in the Canyon. I'll always remember you for that. rip z man!
Michele Lynch
September 9, 2008
Please accept my deepest condolences. I had the pleasure of knowing Scott at Hotchkiss. He was truly larger than life as his voice would boom around campus as he greeted people and created fun wherever he went. He could make your day with his smile, his humor and his charm. I feel so lucky to have known him...he was a special soul.
Nicholas Besobrasov
September 8, 2008
Scottie was well known to all of us who ski Alta - let's just say he always stood out. I found out however that we had even closer ties. One night while having an alumni dinner at the Shallow Shaft with my Sigma Phi brothers from Hobart, Scottie overheard that we were enjoying our reunion and as it turns out he was a Kappa Alpha from Hobart. Scottie always volunteered to help others. He did a fantastic job of helping to raise funds for the Friends of Alta as the emcee for last year's fund raiser. Scott was an honest, honorable, and very fun and a bright light. His energy and personality will be deeply missed by all who knew him. My sincere sympathy to his family.
James McLain
September 8, 2008
I am devastated by this shocking news. I saw Scott at the Racquet Club all the time and played racquets with him on occasion. I am so terribly sad about this cruel blow. My deepest condolences.
Evan Tobin
September 8, 2008
Scott was one of the bright lights in Alta. It was an honor and pleasure to know him and he will be sorely missed. His great smile, dazzling wardrobe and creative wit lit up any room he entered and it's hard to believe he's gone. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends and all that knew him. I'll miss you Zenko.
Mickey Chainski
September 5, 2008
Dear Jere and John,
My nephew, Jed Verity, went to Hotchkiss with Scott and told me of your loss. My deepest sympathies to you. You are in my thoughts.
Brooks klepper
September 4, 2008
Starrett, I am heartbroken for you and your family. Scott was a very unique and special person. I have thought of him often over the past few years. He was always his own man. I often think of driving with him, which was a terrifying feat. Most of all, I remember how kind he could be. He was lovely. I will miss him.
With love, Brooks Turley Klepper
Jonathan Sweet
September 3, 2008
Scott was an amazing skier and filled with a true passion for fun and adventure- he will be greatly missed!
Marna Ringel
September 3, 2008
I skied with Scott down High Rustler in December 2007. The powder was waist deep - I will treasure that day as he was one of the best skiers I have ever skied with. I also shared some great wine with him at the Shallow Shaft. My deepest condolences to the Zenko family he was a lovely person.
Erin Darboven
September 3, 2008
Alta will be missing that bright smile that matched those ski pants. As an Alta Ski Patroller I always knew where Scottie was for those two reasons.
I'll miss trying to carry on a conversation on a hike up to the Castle, I'll miss his enthusiasm for the people and the mountain that makes Alta so special. Scottie was a big part of it.
It's a good thing I didn't know then what I know now as far as Scottie's good taste in wine. At the Alta Peruvian Bar I'd ask, "red or white?"
He would choose beer.
I look forward to raising a glass to a kindred spirit up at Alta on the 12th.
All my Love,
erin
Ed Naylor
September 3, 2008
Was very sad to hear about the loss. From KA to Vail, I will always carry very fond memories of Scott.
-Ed Naylor
Laura Pendergast
September 2, 2008
Laura Curley Pendergast
We are praying for Sallyan and her entire family.
David Graber
August 31, 2008
My deepest condolences to the Zenko family. Scott was larger than life and adored by many. I will have the fondest memories of Scott and his bright spirit.
David Graber
Marge Kelly
August 31, 2008
I was sorry to hear of the death of Russell Zenko. I did not really know him, but remember many years ago creating a hand painted bed cover for the young child, Scotty, who loved fire engines and wanted me to paint one to include with all the animals. My condolences to his mother Jere who was wonderful to work with.
Jody Heller
August 31, 2008
I haven't seen you in a long time, but that doesn't lessen my desolation at your tragic loss.
Michael Zazzara
August 31, 2008
Many a good time i had with Scott. Hobart, Italy, Utah. Always a good man and fun to hang out with. I am sorry that we will not get a chance to ski together again, but if he had to go, Alta would be the best place for him to see last since he loved it so. My condolences to his family.
Kristin Cashin
August 30, 2008
My brothers and I will always have great memories of Scottie from tennis camp and NYC. He is an all time man.... long live his bowtie. XO
Victor Berroa
August 30, 2008
I was very sorry to hear about the loss of scott he was playing golf a week before at the onwentsia club 'visitors '
he was a great men & a great friend I will remember you for a long time.
Victor Berroa
August 30, 2008
I was very sorry to hear about the lost of scott he was playing golf a week before at the onwentsia club 'visitors '
he was a great men & a great friend I will remember you for a long time.
Scott Becker
August 29, 2008
I was very sorry to hear of the loss of Scott. I did not know him very well but we shared a lot of friends at high school as well as the same name. He was always very nice and warm spirited. He will be missed. I take solace knowing that while he got short-changed on the quantity of his years, he excelled in the quality of his time spent.
carrie schink
August 29, 2008
Deeply ingrained in my memory are my early years in Chicago with Scott and Starrett. Long after leaving Chicago, Scott would appear in my life for brief moments. He helped me through some of my most difficult times . John, Jere, and Starrett my thoughts and prayers are with you. Scottie will be greatly missed.
Denise Collins
August 29, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I know this is a very difficult time for the family right nowt so what I would like to do is leave a scriptrue that may be of some comfort. It's taken from John 5:28,29. This scripture talkes about God promise in the future concerning our dead loved ones, it speaks of a resurrection that will soon take place. I hope your able to find some comfort in this scripture. My condolences to the family again.
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