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Zachary Pepper Obituary
1995 - 2021
Zachary M. Pepper, age 25, of Westerville, OH, died at OSU Medical Center of natural causes and entered heaven on Sunday, May 23. He was born on August 14, 1995, in Hollywood, FL. Graduate of Olentangy Orange High School, Zachary received a prior degree and was pursuing a degree in Computer Science from the Ohio State University. Zachary was a brilliant and gifted student whose teachers always commented that he was an unforgettable shining light. Preceded in death by aunt DeAnne M. Pepper. Survived by parents, Kent and Victoria (Hauser) Pepper; siblings, Elle, Chad and Katelyn Pepper; girlfriend and love of his life, Kristen Nguyen and their dog, Appa; grandparents, Ret. Col. Jack C. Hauser Sr. and Diana W. Hauser of Chesterfield, MO., Edward J. Pepper and Helen E. Pepper of Plattsburgh, NY.; uncles, Jack C. Hauser Jr., Keith E. Pepper and Greg M. Pepper. Zachary loved kayaking, playing guitar and singing, music festivals, snowboarding, playing many sports throughout his life, hanging out with his many friends and his family. Family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8pm Thursday, June 3, at Schoedinger Worthington, 6699 N. High St., where a funeral service will be at 11am Friday. Fully vaccinated individuals do not have to wear a mask while indoors. A livestream of the funeral can be viewed at www.Schoedinger.com. Contributions may be made to the Zachary Pepper Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o the Columbus Foundation, 1234 E. Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43205, in his memory. The family requests that you share a favorite memory of Zach at https://link.schoedinger.com/34rm924.
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Paul DIllon
June 4, 2021
I was not fortunate enough to meet Zachary. However, it was obvious from the pictures at the service that Zachary is a happy and charismatic young man. No doubt, that he will be missed by all of his family and friends that he touched. I will be keeping all of you in my prayers.
Beverly Weaver
May 29, 2021
Zachary you have been a shining light in the lives of your family and friends. Your happiness and spirit of fun will be remembered as we recall our endearing love for you. The blessings of kindness and devotion you gave to others will never be forgotten. We will continue to celebrate your life and forever cherish each memory.
Jack Hauser, Jr.
May 28, 2021
Zachary, I loved you and always will. Your passing was unexpected. Your family is rallying to honor you and pay our respect to your parents and siblings. Your light was immense and I want everyone to know how proud and happy I am to be your Uncle.. I will always be your Uncle and that I will carry you in my heart and mind and I will share you with everyone. I will see you in heaven. Love, Uncle Jack
The Compassionate Friends
May 28, 2021
Dear Pepper Family,
We, the families of The Compassionate Friends, send you our heartfelt condolences. The Compassionate Friends is an international grief support group for parents, grandparents and siblings who have suffered the heartbreaking loss of a child. Our only mission is to provide comfort, hope and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or daughter, brother or sister, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. We meet twice monthly in Columbus from 7-9 PM on the second Tuesday and 2-4 PM on the fourth Sunday at Ascension Lutheran Church, 1479 Morse Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229. If and when you are ready to do so, please join us. We need Not Walk Alone. We are The Compassionate Friends.
MEETINGS HAVE BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19, PLEASE CALL OR VISIT THE WEBSITES
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The Compassionate Friends
Columbus, Ohio Chapter
(614) 882-8986
www.tcfcolumbus.org
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