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Zachary Greenfield Obituary
Zachary Meyer Greenfield, age 29, died suddenly and tragically September 22, 2020. Zach was a 2009 graduate of Maumee Valley Country Day School, and graduated cum laude from Bowling Green State University in 2014. He worked with young adults with disabilities at several local facilities. Zach was a kind, loving person who had a lifelong love of animals and the outdoors. He had an irreverent sense of humor and a sharp wit, and will be remembered for the empathy and understanding he had for all living things. He was above all else a devoted son and grandson, and an amazing caretaker for his menagerie of pets and for the people who loved him.
Zach was preceded in death by his father, Mark Greenfield; paternal grandparents Harry and Esther Greenfield; maternal grandparents Winfield and Evelyn Luther. He is survived by his mother, Donna Greenfield, and an extended family of aunts, uncles, and cousins all over the country.
There will be no memorial services, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Maumee Valley Save-a-Pet at maumeevalleysaveapet.org.
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Memories and Condolences
for Zachary Greenfield
Frances S. Parry
September 30, 2020
I am deeply sorry for your tragic loss.
Sending love and healing light.
Frances Parry
MV parent of Virginia Parry ‘09
Sarah Betts
September 30, 2020
Donna and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Zach's passing. I have many fond memories with Zach in College. He was a unique and beautiful soul. I was grateful for the time I was able to spend with him.
I will always carry Zach's memory in my heart.
My heart breaks for you and your family.
Zach was a wonderful human, and truly a blessing to this world.
May he rest peacefully
Pam Billmaier
September 29, 2020
Donna: I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. There are no words to express the sorrow I feel as I learned about Zach. My heart is aching for you. May you be surrounded by love and take comfort in the many memories you have.
Condolences,
Pam Billmaier
Michael Stranahan
September 28, 2020
I remember teaching high school math to a Mark Greenfield (And liking him) way back in the 70’s... Could that Mark Greenfield be Zachary’s dad?
Sinnceree ER condolences to all of Zach’s friends and family.
Francie Wise
September 28, 2020
Dear Donna, I am so heartbroken to hear of Zachary's passing. I always had a soft spot for the Greenfield Family back when I worked with Mark at Northwestern Mutual. I am thinking of you and wishing you strength in the days and weeks ahead.
Bradley Patterson
September 28, 2020
Donna,
May your heart soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Linda Miller
September 28, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Donna, I am so very sorry for your loss. Linda Miller
Connie Hudson
September 28, 2020
Donna...I am truly sorry to hear about Zachary. I only met Zachary once at Northwestern many years ago when I worked with Mark. I do remember Mark’s stories and the love he had for you and Zachary. I am so, so, sorry!
Judi Kirshbaum
September 27, 2020
Zach was the most sensitive man I’ve ever known. He was devoted to my parents Harry and Esther Greenfield. we loved his wit and playfulness. My whole family will miss him and wish we had more time with him.
Debra Skrzynecki
September 27, 2020
Donna , I was so sad to hear about Zak's death . Such a tragic and great loss to our world. I cannot imagine what you are going through. His smile and wit will be now only smiling memories. Bless you and may you find healing peace and comfort.
Dorine Mosley (JCJC)
September 27, 2020
Donna,
It saddens me to hear the loss of your son. May God continue to hold you in His Loving Arms.
Nita & Charlie Koehn
September 27, 2020
Such a loss, condolences to Donna and the family. May he rest in peace.
Helen Read
September 27, 2020
Donna, I am at a loss to adequately express my sympathy and heartfelt thoughts. May your strength see you through this grief.
Heidi Fair
September 27, 2020
My deepest sympathies for the family. I have fond memories of him as a student in my class.
Tabitha Ferguson
September 27, 2020
I am shocked and heartbroken to just come across Zach’s obituary. He stopped in at Byblos so recently and showed me a photo with his pup while he was there for carryout. I remember his father and grandparents passing too, and Donna, I wish I could give you the biggest hug right now. So so sorry that your sweet boy has passed. He was so smart, interesting, and kind and always so polite. My deepest condolences and I will pass the unfortunate news on to others, who knew him and the family, at the restaurant.
Alice Mitchell
September 26, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
September 26, 2020
My sister was one of the people with disabilities Zach worked with. She talked so much (and so happily) about Zach and the projects they were doing that I felt I knew him before I even met him. My sister and I were both lucky to have known him.
Fiona Shea
Bridie
September 26, 2020
Donna. I am so very sorry for your loss. Please take comfort in the love he showed you and all the memories. Much Love. Bridie
Jim Levinthal
September 25, 2020
As we only met over video, I can say in the short time Zach was my student, His drive to learn, was Incredible. I hope i helped him out as much as I could to get some joy out of life in some dark times for him. Deepest condolences to his family and friends. Zach's Drum Teacher, -- Jim Levinthal
Pitsy
September 25, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Melody Blattner
September 25, 2020
Zachary was the most golden hearted soul I had ever met. His never ending patience and acceptance of everyone in their truest form was inspiring. His empathy was sincere and touching. He was one of the best friends I have ever had and I am so lucky to have been a part of his time here. I deeply love him.
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