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Richard Zemek Obituary
Binghamton - Richard C. Zemek 65, of Binghamton, passed away peacefully at home on December 4, 2020 joining his beloved family members who have gone before him. He is predeceased by his parents Mary and Charles Zemek; Marie Richards Zemek; baby brother Charles Jr.; mother and father in-law Dana and Stan Bullock; brother in-law Jerry Albee; special nephews Christopher Albee and Richard Davis.
He is survived by his loving wife and best friend Eileen Zemek; siblings Mary Jo Albee, Michelle (Bryan) Merry; brother in-law John Bullock (Marcia), Robert Bullock (Walt Huber); nieces and nephews Heather Royce (Joseph Buonocore), Kim Albee, Katie Merry-Williams (Jeremy), Nicholas Merry, Alexandra Merry, Sally Davis; several cousins, great-nieces and nephews and an extended family living in the Czech Republic.
Rich was a retired employee from the State of New York.
Despite numerous health challenges, Rich enjoyed trips to Florida and being at the ocean, horse racing, especially Saratoga Racetrack, OTB. He loved cooking and creating his own recipes. He enjoyed playing blackjack and poker after family dinners. Rich was self-taught on the guitar and he loved Folk music. Rich was very knowledgeable in and enjoyed following the stock market and politics. Although Czech by heritage, Rich was Irish in spirit. Rich's family was his world, and he meant the world to them.
Visitation will be held on Thursday from 4 until 6 pm at the THOMAS J. SHEA FUNERAL HOME INC. 137 Robinson St. Binghamton, NY 13904. Burial will be private for immediate family at Calvary Cemetery. All NYS COVID guidelines will be followed.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to CHOW, Food Bank of the Southern Tier, or a charity of your choice in Rich's memory.
Zivio, Godspeed, and Fly high Rich until we meet again.
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Stephen Bagnetto
December 15, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with Richard’s family.
Joyce Aswad
December 11, 2020
Eileen and families Our deepest sympathies at your sad loss. May memories comfort you today and always! Sending our Love and Prayers.
Dave and Joyce Aswad
Susan DeOliveira/Ballato
December 11, 2020
Eilleen n family, surprised to see Rich had passed. My prayers n thoughts are with you in this difficult time. We started at BPC at the same time, many years ago.
Stephen J. Heyda
December 11, 2020
Mary Jom my deepest sympathies on the passing of your brother.
Nancy Albee Brown
December 8, 2020
It is so sad to know that Richard has passed away. He was such a wonderful and kind member of our extended family. His gentle soul will be missed.
Janet Krcha
December 8, 2020
To the Zemek Family
I am sorry to hear of your loss. I have good memories of Rich from high school
My thoughts and prayers go out to you
Joe and Patti Zwierzynski
December 8, 2020
To The Entire Zemek Family.
So very sorry to read about Rich, we were good friends growing up as Hill Boys, we had some great times together with John , Joe ,Krch, and myself. We all went separate ways after Broome, but the memories will be forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. RIP WATSON!
Ken & Maria Evans
December 8, 2020
We are so sorry to hear about Richard. Our thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Terry Swartz
December 8, 2020
Happy memories of when we worked together. Eileen condolences to you, so hard for two losses of people close to you.
Terry Swartz
December 8, 2020
Memories of when we worked together Rich. Condolences Eileen. Two losses of very close people to you.
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