Dan, Janet, Thomas and Austin,
Hi its Heidi your old neighbor. I lived next door to you 15 years ago. Your mom, dad and Tony remember me. You two Thomas and Austin do not. I would have Zach in my home when she needed help with you both in diapers.  Zach was always a pleasure to me as well as you two boys.  I just found out yesterday morning about Zach leaving us. My friend Rick Frebe asked me if I had known about Zack. I cried before he even told me. Rick is Dans co-worker, a fireman also. I called Tony immediately(your still neighbor) when I got home last night. I am so happy you two boys are well and okay. 
I love you all.

Love Heidi

Janet,

My Mother advised me last night about Zach's passing.  
I am so sorry for your loss.  He was a great kid and looks like he grew up to be a wonderful man.

I pray you and your family continue to seek God for the strength to see you through this difficult time.

Ella (Deaton) Andrews

Zach-

I miss you dearly. I regret not making it to your service. I heard it was beautiful. You deserve nothing less than the glory that was present.

Another thing I regret is not keeping in touch after I graduated. I'm sorry I did not make more of an effort to talk to you. I feel terrible that it was your passing on into Heaven that is making me realize this. Please forgive me.

You are now in God's arms. There is no better place to be. I'll be sure to say hi and catch up with you when the time is right :)

Rest in peace, Zach ?

Dearest Janet,
Please forgive us for not being in touch with you sooner as we were away last week and only learned the shocking news of the passing of your beloved Zach after we had returned.  

Please know that my husband joins me in sending you and all your family our deepest and most sincere condolences.

Dearest Janet, may your beautiful soul and heart find some soothing in the memory of all the beauty, the goodness, the generosity, and the joy that was Zach himself; and may that memory illuminate your lives - yours and your family's!

Yvonne and Stuart Lasher

So sorry to hear of Zach's passing. This is so unexpected, my thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

Zach sat next to me often during lunch. Although we were in separate programs at TDC he was always very friendly to me and my fellow classmates. He regularly joined our conversations, offered us food, and shared good fellowship. Though I didn't know him personally, we spent many lunches telling jokes and swapping stories. I can really say that it was a privilege to spend time with Zachary.

Once again, my thoughts and prayers are with his family. I appreciated his company and I miss him very much.

 Dear Janet, Dan, Thomas, Austin and all of Zachary's family,
 We are so sorry about Zachary's passing and for the pain and sadness you all must be feeling. Our continuous prayers for peace, comfort and strength and healing are with you all. We never had the honor of meeting Zachary, but the photograph and writings of him show what a most beautiful and precious and so greatly loved young man he was. How blessed the day will be when we can all be reunited with our loved ones again!!
   With all of our love and prayers,
     Susan,Alex and Ryan Miller and family

The picture of Zack on top of the bars is the way we remember him so long ago from our morning moms and kids play group in the park.  I remember the kids all 'swimming' in the fountain, the fourth of July times, the visits at your house, babysitting the boys one time.  Zach was always so full of energy but a remarkable brother for as young as he was. I'm sorry I missed so much of his life and will be looking forward to getting to know him in heaven.  All our love to you.

Dan, Janet, Austin and Thomas:
There are no words that can sufficiently describe the sadness I felt when I heard of Zachary's passing. He was the ideal son, brother, grandson, or friend who everybody loved. His heart was 24k gold and his soul radiated Christ.  May Almighty G*d bless you with the confidence that we will see him again in Paradise.

It seems like just yesterday we were sitting in Bible study and you were pregnant and we were comparing notes.Such wonderful testimonies to the way Zach shared the Lord in his life. We are praying for comfort for all of you, that God will hold you and help you through this. 
All our love,
Tim and Kathy

Our family was very sad to hear about Zachary passing away. Please accept our deep condolences on your loss. It seems like just yesterday the boys were in class together at First Baptist. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Darren, Margaret, Branden, and Shannon Paulson

Dear Dan & Janet,
I am saddened and shocked to hear of Zachary's passing.  He will surely be missed by all that had the good fortune of his acquaintance.  I have particular fond memories of him playing with Stephanie when they were little guys, at our homes and at Forest Home.  I have informed Debbie & Stephanie in Arizona, and Jill & Rachel in New Zealand, of Zach's passing.  May God's love give you peace that passes all understanding of such a tragedy.  Love, Dave

Just heard the sad news; so unexpected. I remember Zachary from my early childhood; we had so many fun memories. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Debbie and Stephanie

Dear Dan, Janet, and boys,
Our hearts are breaking for all of you tonight.  Know we are grieving with you and praying for you.  We will never forget you as our neighbors and our boys playing with Zachary, Thomas, and Austin. May the God of all comfort, comfort you in His arms tonight.
Steve, Susannah, Jonathan and Benjamin Baker

We were so sorry to hear this sad news. We are praying for your comfort in Christ as He holds Zach in His loving arms. I remember all the fun times the kids had when they were little, the camping with the church and the times at play group. We'll always remember his sweet smile. Love you all, Bill and Linda Cook, Amy and Hayley (recently relocated to Allen, TX)

All our hearts are saddened over the death of Zach. Words can't begin to express the impact he made on our lives. As a next door I watch Zach grow up. Watched him learn to ride a bike, roller blade, shoot a basketball and play baseball etc. Oh I must mention driving.
In his own way he made each of us better people because of the joy shown in his smile. We will miss his dearly but he's in the loving arms of the Lord.

Don't really know what to say.  Zach was like a son to me.  I enjoyed having him in my computer classes at Ventura High School.  No matter what, he always helped out, treated me with his special chocolate cheesecake and always smiled!  I will miss you, Zach.  The only consoling thought is knowing that you are in the presence of the Lord.  You were a person of great faith and never embarassed to admit it.  We need more Zachs in our life!!

Love you Whelan family and Zach will always have a place in my heart!

The Lindberg Family shares our condolences with the Whelan Family.  We miss Zach's smile and hugs tremendously.  We are thankful to have known such a kind and well respected young man.  Prayers and love to you.

I am so sorry about  Zach passing away.  I was so shocked when I heard this news.  You are all in my thoughts and prayers. With heartfelt sympathy,  Kathleen Wiens

Dear Dan and Janet,

We are very sorry to learn of your loss. Your family is in our prayers.

My condolences to all of you.  I met Zach at Video Club in Ms. Nelson's room, (VHS), during lunch on Fridays.  I looked forward to seeing him.  For me Zach was a great breathe of fresh air.  He was polite, considerate and warm.  When I would run in to him on the campus we would always have a good conversation.  He just was a great young man and I will miss him.  He was a person, with many values that I was raised with and I will always admire him.  Zach, I will see you when I get there and we will again have a fun  conversation.  You are truly missed, but I know that you are with Jesus in heaven and thats the best place to be.

Dear Janet, Elenore, Brian, and Families;

My prayers are with you all.  No one can truly understand the loss you feel.  May God ease your sorrow and help you find the strength needed at this time.  Sincerely,

Ah, Zach, I was just barely getting to know you-working with you in the church kitchen- when you were so suddenly called home~ The last time I saw you was Wednesday eve and I overheard people saying how good you were with the kids and how much you loved them....Just another sweet thing in getting to know you! Well, I know you are with our Lord in Heaven and that it is the best place that one can ever imagine~ But I know it's going to be tough on your family- not having you around every day...I pray for God's comfort in this confusing and sad time. I thank Him for letting me have a little time in your company. I saw that you were such a great help in the kitchen and setting up for the dinners at the church, and that you were much loved! 
Till we meet again, dear~
Linda

Zach will be missed so very much.  He gave to each of us more than we gave to him.  His smile, His affability, His pitching in and his care for everyone.  Yes, we certainly learned from him.  Zach, save some seats for the rest of us.  We will all be there soon.

Our sincere condolences to the Whelan Family on the loss of your beloved son, Zach.  We shared a lot of fun at various scouting events over the years and will remember fondly how kind Zach was to the younger scouts.  Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this difficult and sad time.   With heartfelt sympathy,  Patty, Connor and Shane Hall

My dearest Zack: my heart is broken! I will miss your bear hugs, your smile and "kicking you out of my kitchen". Your mom knew our game plan, but she played along.  Your are with the Master now basking in the Light.  You, my young friend is where I will one day be and know that I will see you once again.  Who knows, there may be the best kitchen in Heaven and you and I will use it to our hearts content. My young one, thank you for all the wonderful time you spent with me. It was a privilege to have known you. Thank you for spending Wednesday evenings with me and making them great, funny, and best of all loving. I love you with all my heart and soul and I will see you when I come home. Mama Rita

Dear Dan, Janet and Boys,
Our hearts are hurting with you.  
May God continue to carry you through this sad, difficult valley.  
Our Lord understands your hurt .. 
HE lost his only Son.
With His Love and Ours,

OBITUARY

Zachary David Whelan

April 13, 1991 – April 1, 2011

Charles Carroll Funeral Home

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