Zachary Thomas Smith

March 18, 1996 ~ September 2, 2022
Born in:
Rochester, New York
Resided in:
Rochester, New York
Zachary Thomas Smith
Friday, September 2, 2022 at age 26.ย Predeceased by his father, David J. Smith.ย He is survived by his wife of 4 years, Deana Smith; his pride and joy daughter, Elliott Maeve Smith; mother, Elizabeth H. Gorman-Smith; step-father, Anthony Chirico; siblings, Marcus Gorman-Grossi, Nicholas Gorman-Smith, Harley Auclair, Joshua Auclair; godsister, Chaya Brayman; grandmother, MaryJo Hazeldem; nina, Karen Osborn; mother-in-law, Tammy (Deb) Canales; fathers-in-law, Darrel Sample and Bruce Fernandez; his fur babies, Enzo and Thomas; numerous impactful people throughout his lifetime, along with many loving family and friends in Arizona, Oregon and throughout the Country.
Zac was a veteran of the United States Navy and served our Country from 2016-2020.ย He was a Master at Arms and received the National Defense Service Medal and was awarded the Navy Pistol Sharpshooter. He enjoyed ice hockey, especially the Sabres, F1 racing, his black coffee and had the greatest sense of humor and sharp, quick wit.ย He loved his daughter, Elliott and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Zac’s visitation will be held Monday, Septemberย 12th 5-7 PM at Vay-Schleich & Meeson 1075 Long Pond Road.ย His celebration of life will be announced at a later date.ย In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Autism Nature Trail at Letchworthย State Park (https://autismnaturetrail.com/) in his memory.ย For more information and to sign his online guestbook, visitย www.meesonfamily.com
Services
Visitation: September 12, 2022 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Vay-Schleich & Meeson - Greece Chapel
1075 Long Pond Road
Rochester, NY 14626
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“Fair winds and Following Seas Sailor. We have the watch.”โ๐บ๐ฒ
Our family is sending prayers.
Always your friend Mary Leone
My prayers go out to you and your family. Weโll miss you buddy!
It was a joy to be around you.Why things happen only God knows.R.I.P my dear Zac in God’s arms.Until we meet again.
Zac, may your soul be at peace. Prayers to your family and friends who are missing you deeply. May the wonderful memories you shared with all, help ease the difficult emotional times ahead. Watch over your wife- Deana and your beautiful baby girl as they love you and will miss you until you all meet again in heavenโฃ๐๐๐
Every day presents a new feeling of emotions. Knowing what we can’t share with you by our side hurts. I wish things were different.
You are missed so very much.