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ZACHARY BERRY Obituary

Zachary Wayne Berry 1/4/1989 - 7/8/2010 Our beloved Zach went to join our Lord on 7/8/2010. Zach loved life, family and friends. When people say "Live life to the fullest," Zach did just that. Zach is survived by his mother Lori Austin, father Lloyd Berry, grandparents Ed and Myrna Lautermilch, grandmother Gayleene Berry, brother Chad Austin, sisters Kirstin Austin, Ashlee Shelton, and the love of his life, Diana "Cali" Gomez. Zach was also survived by aunts and uncles, Michael and Shannon Green, Jodie Slaughter, David Lautermilch, cousins, Brittani Berry, Kaelyn and Evan Green. Viewing will be Tues. and Wed. 7/13-14, from 12:00 noon to 9:00 P.M. at Mt. View Cemetery. Graveside service will be at Mt. View Memorial Park Thurs., 7/15, 11:30 A.M. The Memorial service will be held in the afternoon at 2:00 P.M at Praise Covenant Church, 3501 S. Orchard St., Tacoma, WA. Memorial donations may be made to: Epilepsy Center - Regional Harborview Medical Center, 325 9th Avenue, Seattle, Wa 98104.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Jul. 13, 2010.

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August 3, 2010

"zach im going to miss you truly i wish i would have made better choices and been able to spend time more time with you like i should have will see you soon big buddy love josh.l

Sean L

August 2, 2010

RIP Zach.... You will be missed. My brother was a very good friend of yours when you were just lil guys. His condolences as well as mine go out to the family. . . We will see you soon buddy.

Gina Sarandos-Jones

July 23, 2010

Lori, Lloyd & Families...My deepest condolences thru this most difficult time and pray for your strength and comfort enduring your grievement and healing processes....from an old friend and classmate

Deirdre' Reyes

July 22, 2010

The first time i met you Zachary, you were 13 riding your skateboard with a backwards hat on...and your little sister was chasing right behind you...it was the cutest thing I have ever seen!! You are related to my son, his second cousin. Watch over and protect us, Precious angel. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Love you Zack

Tenne Khim

July 22, 2010

Zack,
I love you and will always miss you. You will stay with me and in my heart always. Tigyn loves you and he still says that your his favorite uncle. But its never goodbye its always see you later.
I love you

Jodie Slaughter

July 20, 2010

You will forever be in my heart and I will miss you. Love "Auntie"

July 19, 2010

I love and miss you cuzzo can't believe u had to leave us so soon! We see u just about everyday when u grace us with ur prescense(sp) as a beautiful yellow and black butterfly! Live in the sky big cuzzo! Watch over me and our family and make sure u toast with papa for us too!!!! I love you!
-Your Lil Cuzzo Brittani

Lexz

July 15, 2010

RIP Zach Berry! You were an awesome guy and you will be missed!

Larry Andren

July 15, 2010

Lori, and family. My heart is heavy with your loss. I am sorry not to have responded earlier. Your family will be in our prayers. God give you strength during this time of mourning. I will share a hug the next time we meet.

July 15, 2010

Lloyd and Lori were so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both and your families.
Mike & Judy Meyers

Susan & Terry DeArman

July 15, 2010

Lori, I prayed all night for your comfort and peace at this time of need. I can't imagine the pain you are feeling. Let me know if there is anything you need. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Deanna Pollard

July 15, 2010

Family, Words cannot even begin to express my sorrow. Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about. May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time. Much love,

July 15, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you grieve this tremendous loss in your family. May God be your strength and peace during this very difficult time. Linda Freitag (Concordia teacher)

Tom & Candy Thomas

July 14, 2010

Lori and Lloyd what a shock. We are so sorry to hear about your loss. If there is anything we can do to PLEASE let us know. My heart just breaks for you both. You will be in our prayers.

Margaret Fugich

July 14, 2010

I was shocked when I got the text from my daughter tonight, I just couldn't believe it. I have know Zach since my daughter started attending Concordia. I even think he was my daughers first Valentine. He spent some time at my house as all my daughters friends did & I really enjoyed getting to know him. To Zach's parents: your son was a very good kid & will truly be missed. It really breaks my heart ~ Margaret

Twyla Eriksen

July 14, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. Lloyd I am so sorry for your loss as I know exactly how you must be feeling at this time. My heart cries for you and all that Knew and loved Zach. May God Bless You all and keep you close. Love you my friend Twyla

Christine Landon

July 14, 2010

Lloyd... You've been my friend for many years. It broke my heart today when you told me. I'm so sorry for the loss of Zach. My heart goes out to you and your entire family. I'll pray for peace in your heart. I love you forever Lloydy-Lloyd-a-lacks...

Judy Marzano

July 14, 2010

Lloyd & Lori my heart goes out to both of you and your families. you will forever be in my heart.

Hang Hoang

July 14, 2010

Zach, you lit up the room with your smile. I can't believe I won't see you, not for awhile anyway, but we will meet again. Me, you, everyone.

christina

July 14, 2010

i didint get to spend alot of time with zach but whenever i would see him around he always had me laughing even in the saddest of times hope your watching over us miss you bunchies zach your always in my prayers rip.zach you were a great friend and everyone is missing you...

Jennifer Wood

July 14, 2010

Zach, you had such an amazing smile that would light up every room you entered!! In fact you were always smiling and always making me laugh. The impact on your family and friends was that of a true and sincere man and we were all blessed to have you in our lives. Rest in peace Sweets! I know you are watching over us all. I pray for comfort and healing for every life you have touched. Much Love-

Mike & Lori Gudyka

July 14, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Zach and Conchita

July 14, 2010

Zachary W. Berry, A great guy taken too soon. You made such a difference in everyones lives, you will surely not be forgotten. "NO REGRETS" We love you man.

AJ Aylett

July 13, 2010

Zach, it's hard to believe you're gone. We were inseparable back in the day,and though it has been a few years since we'd last seen each other, I still have always thought of you like a brother. My heart goes out to your family and your friends. I know you'll be looking down on us all.
Love you bro.

Norma Sullivan

July 13, 2010

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Dick Brooks

July 13, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Chris & Sue Wells

July 13, 2010

Lloyd and the entire Berry family,
Very sad to here of the loss of your son, Zach. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

Tara Bentley

July 13, 2010

Lloyd and Gayleen, My heart is so sad for you and your families. Zach is up in Heaven with his Papa watching over all of you and you will all have a guardian angel up there waiting for you with open arms. I pray that your hurt goes away and you can be happy again.
Love, Tara & Marissa Wells

JILL MURPHY

July 13, 2010

I dont even know how to begin other that Zack was like a son to me, in more ways than anyone will ever know. He is and always will be a unique man loving man that he grew to be thru hard times and good times. He made a room light up when he entered and always made me laugh we have our special hug that i will always have. Zack your 100% in my book I LOVE YOU LONG LONG TIME....REST NOW ILL MEET YOU AT THE CROSSROADS MY FRIEND

Kristi Kelley

July 13, 2010

Although I didnt know Zach, I have heard so many wonderful things about him from my nephew Michael. After reading all the posts it goes without saying that Zach was truly an angel of God and will never be forgotten.

Tamara Booth

July 13, 2010

My condolence go out to ALL those who loved and knew Zach.

Julie Aylett

July 13, 2010

Lori and family,

We are so very sorry and saddened for your loss of Zach. Even though we haven't seen Zach in a few years, anytime we heard the name Zach we instantly thought of Zach Berry and his funny expressions, his ever present smile, and his pure love of life. As a mother, I truly enjoyed having Zach over to our house to hang out with AJ when they were at Concordia together. He was a great friend to AJ and they always had a blast together. I love the picture of AJ & Zach on the roller coaster ride at Silverwood Theme Park; he has one of those quirky facial expressions that you could not help but laugh at. I will treasure those times with Zach as I am sure AJ does. He left a loving mark on this world and with everyone he came into contact with, which shows you all what an awesome young man he was. We hope knowing that he is watching over you all and protecting you with his angels wings will help to comfort you and your family during your time of sorrow. We are always here for you if you need or want anything. Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers are with you all. Zach will be greatly missed, but never forgotten.

July 13, 2010

Lloyd and Family,Our deepest condolences in your loss. Our love and prayers to all your family. May God keep His arms wrapped around all of you to help you through this difficult time. Byron and Judy Gilman

Cory Larson

July 13, 2010

Lori, My heart aches for you and your family. I cannot even imagine.... Tyler, James and Zach. So many memories, I don't even know where to start, you and I would just look at each other and shake our heads laughing, not knowing what they would do (or be accused of) next! From Pre-K through 8th grade. May you find strength in knowing that God has a special place just for him.

Hayli Arnold

July 13, 2010

Zach, You were my Brother Best friend In 9th Grade. I'll never forget the time you Dyed his black On the Skateboard Ramp. i haven't seen you in soo long but it hurts, that i wont see you again :/ i miss you Zach

DOROTHY ENGELMOHR

July 13, 2010

Zachary was a grate person: I liked him a lot. I got the honor of meeting him by way of my daughter. they have been friends for a very long time. we are all very saddened by this great loss.LOVE GOES OUT TO ALL WHO LOVED HIM.;;;ASHLEY,CALI THE SUN WILL SHINE AGAIN...

Steve Heller

July 13, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

July 13, 2010

i love you -nagger.

Maureen McClain-Jacoby

July 13, 2010

Zach was a loyal and long lasting friend to Curtis and Michael when they really needed him. I am so very sorry for your loss. I can not begin to feel or imagine the emptiness you must feel every morning when youhave to go through this again. I believe that our loved ones do not really leave us in spirit. We will miss Zach in a ohysical sense, as in his sense of fun and adventure, we will always have his spirit and his memories.

Brittani Berry

July 13, 2010

What up Cuzzo! We have shared so many memories together, and we have even gotten in to trouble together! I'm gonna miss you Cuz! You will never be forgotten! Live in the sky whatch over me and tell papa I said Hi! You will be greatly missed!

Tina Gosteli-Dietrich

July 13, 2010

Lloyd, my heart goes out to you during this difficult time. I haven't seen you for years, but you have been in my thoughts since I heard about your son. Cherish your memories to help you through the difficult days to come...

Shelley Woolery

July 13, 2010

May God rest your soul in peace, Zach.

Jodie Slaughter

July 13, 2010

I love you and I am going to miss your smile and you always telling me how much you love me and that everything would be ok, that I worry too much...You were and amazing kid and grew into an even more amazing man. Give Pappa a hug and kiss for me..Save a place for me...Love you always. "Auntie" (Jodie)

Deryl Slaughter

July 13, 2010

Lloyd and Laurie, I am so very sorry for the loss of your beloved son. He will truly be missed by so many. Zacky i am going to miss you much. I watched you grow from that little blonde hair kid to a handsome young man. Thank you for the memory's Zacky. You will always be in our hearts and mind. Love you man! Uncle D.

cali gomez

July 13, 2010

"143" forever sweetheart. You were my angel here on Earth and I know you'll always be my angel in Heaven. You've changed my life forever, I hope that your looking down at all of us with your beautiful smile.

July 13, 2010

Lloyd and Gayleen,
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you..

Tom & Susie Redding

Jamie Green

July 13, 2010

Hey zachy,
I can remember in high school you wore these god awful shoes with sail boats on them, I can remember us laughing so hard we almost wet our selves, also you coming over after school and having me curl your hair and you taking my pink shirts and wearing them to school. God I miss those days. You were such a great hugger I am going to miss those. We have truly lost a great person.

LOVE ALWAYS JAMIE

Kaelyn Green

July 13, 2010

I am gonna miss you Cuzzo we will all see you when we get there. Please watch over me and keep me safe as if you were here by my side. I love you. ---KK

Shannon Green

July 13, 2010

We are going to miss you more than you could have ever imagined. Your goofy smile, your calls asking if Uncle Mike is BBQ'ing (knowing he would just for you) and that special little sound you made when you called me Auntie. Watch over us as best you can and give our love to Papa. We love you sweetie! Uncle Mike and Auntie Shannon...xoxo

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