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ZACHARY HASSO WALES (Age 20)
Passed peacefully into Heaven on June 19, 2017. Zach was immensely overcome by grief after the loss of his brother Alexander on September 23, 2016 and to our very deepest sorrow, he ultimately succumbed to that grief. Both boys were diagnosed with Adrenoleukodystrophy. Zachary Hasso Wales was born at Nellis Air Force Base, Las Vegas, NV. He then moved with his family to San Antonio, TX, and finally to Bristow, VA. Zach attended Olympia Elementary in Universal City, TX, Franconia Elementary in Alexandria, VA, Bristow Run Elementary, Marstellar Middle School and Patriot High School. He was an outstanding student, very involved with the Building Trades Program gradating with a seal on his diploma and a Principals Awards for his work in the program. He was a Cub Scout and Boy Scout, a member of the Gainesville United Methodist Church Youth Group, Youth Group Leader after graduating High School, and a Confirmation Mentor. He is survived by his Parents, Michael and Kathleen (Cardew) Wales, Grandparents Jerry and Marilyn Cardew and Great Aunt and Uncle Joe and Kay Van Dosen. Services will be held at Gainesville United Methodist Church this Saturday, July 1, 2017 at 11 a.m. Flowers can be sent to the church, or a donation in Zach's memory can be made to the Gainesville United Methodist Church Youth Group by calling them directly.
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Kat Weaver
July 1, 2017
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss and can only imagine your pain. I too am the mother of an angel gone far to soon and only hope that you can find moments of respite during this time. I will continue to pray for your hearts and healing.
Peter Huvos
June 30, 2017
NY 6/30 - Hello. I read the obituary notice in the Washington Post today and was deeply moved. It is clear Zachary was a beautiful soul, as was surely his brother Alexander as well. Their memories will live on, and continue to inspire those who were blessed to know them, but also (I believe) others including myself. Sincere condolences to the family. Peter Huvos
June 30, 2017
May the God of all Comfort, comfort you and your family in this your time of need.
Ilse Buchheit
June 30, 2017
The Buchheit family is saddened by your loss and our prayers are with you.
June 29, 2017
Sincere condolences to the family. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure in your heart and it lives forever. May the wonderful treasures fill your hearts with love and bring you peace, Hosea 13:14
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