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Richard J. Zaremba
June 18, 1932 ~ January 21, 2017 (age 84) 84 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by Marysue Bobzien
on February 3, 2017 8:03 PM
A candle was lit by The Slocum family
on February 1, 2017 7:35 PM
Message from The Slocum family
February 1, 2017 7:34 PM
Mr. Z. was well loved at Highland. My daughter had the privilege of learning with him in 3rd grade with Mrs. Yabrove. Kaylie will miss seeing him around and I'm sad that my younger daughter Rylie won't ever get to work with him. He truly was special. God bless those he left behind.
A candle was lit by Ann and Jack Bolger
on January 30, 2017 1:24 PM
Message from Keri
January 29, 2017 9:20 PM
Mr. Z was an amazing volunteer at our school. He took his job seriously yet added in humor whenever possible. Our students and teachers with whom he worked benefited from his positive attitude and zest for life. I don't believe I ever saw him without a contagious smile on his face. He will be missed at Highland. Sending prayers to his family and friends.
A candle was lit by Keri McCabe
on January 29, 2017 9:14 PM
Message from Scarlet Lammers
January 27, 2017 1:51 PM
I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He was a kind, gentle soul who always was upbeat and positive. I didn't work with him directly other than pass him in the halls or see him working with kids but his gentle spirit was evident. My prayers go with your family.
Scarlet Lammers
Scarlet Lammers
A candle was lit by Scarlet Lammers
on January 27, 2017 1:48 PM
A candle was lit by Frank and Donna Rybak
on January 27, 2017 12:44 PM
Message from Frank and Donna Rybak
January 27, 2017 12:40 PM
Please accept our most sincere and deepest sympathy for the loss of a dear and longtime friend - going back to his Secaucus, NJ days. Rich will truly be missed. May he rest in peace and find the comfort of rejoining his true love and life long friend Joanie whom we also miss dearly.
Message from Tim Rames
January 26, 2017 8:30 PM
I had the great privilege of knowing Mr Z. He was a true gentleman a loved by the kids. He will be missed.
A candle was lit by Emily Abell
on January 26, 2017 11:03 AM
A candle was lit by Marianne Newell
on January 26, 2017 6:25 AM
A candle was lit by Lisa Banks
on January 25, 2017 9:51 PM
A candle was lit by Margie
on January 25, 2017 9:27 PM
Message from Margie Mutmansky
January 25, 2017 9:26 PM
Mr. Z, I will so miss your smile and talking about the East Coast. The light and love you spread at Highland will never be extinguished!
A candle was lit by Amanda Hasting
on January 25, 2017 8:04 PM
Message from Maggie
January 25, 2017 7:38 PM
Although I never had the privilege of having Mr. Z as a volunteer in my classroom, I loved our chats in the teacher workroom. He amazed me with his energy and zest for life. He was a beloved member of our school family. As much as I will miss him, I celebrate having known such a wonderful human being!
A candle was lit by Cindy, Joe, Zoe, Hannah, Brian & Eddie
on January 25, 2017 6:39 PM
Message from Norvel K.&Bonita J. Davis
January 25, 2017 6:34 PM
One of the most brother/friends,we have ever had the priveledge to know,our lives the richer,greatly blessed by him being in our lives !!! We will have to find a way of workingworking our lives around his not being here to travel,to our Silverado Club,activities,lazy days @ his pool ! We loved him dearly,will miss him terribly !
Message from Kathy
January 25, 2017 6:27 PM
Rich, aka, Mr. Z served as a volunteer at Highland Elementary for the past 21 years. I had the honor of having him become my classroom 20 years ago. He loved working with the kids, helping the staff, and being such an important part of our school family. Rich traveled with me through 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and ending up in first grade for the past several years. He was loved by all of the students and staff. During these two decades, Rich became a part of my life outside of school. He attended family events, supported me and my husband through the trials and tribulations of raising a child with special needs. He laughed with us and cried with us. There are so many people whose lives were bettered by their relationship with this incredible man. He may not have been large in stature but he was large in life. It is comforting to know that Joan has patiently waited for the love of her life, yet selfishly I wish it wasn't this soon. You will forever be my favorite "Q-tip". Thank you for all the blessings you bestowed on me and the students of Highland.
A candle was lit by Norvel K.&Bonita J. Davis
on January 25, 2017 6:22 PM
A candle was lit by Kathy Kennedy-Tuchfeld
on January 25, 2017 6:10 PM
A candle was lit by Beth
on January 25, 2017 5:55 PM
Message from Beth Kahananui
January 25, 2017 5:54 PM
I work at Highland Elementary where Mr. Z was a volunteer. He always had a smile on his face while helping the kids and they really loved working with him. He had a great spirit and will be greatly missed at our school. He was a great example of how we should all treat each other, with respect and kindness.
My condolences to his family and friends.
Beth Kahananui
My condolences to his family and friends.
Beth Kahananui
Message from Debbie, admiring Highland Elementary staff member
January 25, 2017 4:32 PM
Mr. Z -- always a shining light -- has left a glow at Highland.
A candle was lit by Debbie
on January 25, 2017 4:29 PM
Message from Linda Erickson
January 25, 2017 3:55 PM
My condolences to the family. Gratitude from me and my students for the time, positive energy and love he gave as he volunteered in my classroom at Sandburg Elementary in Littleton.
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