Zach Willard's Memorial Fund
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Zach Willard
April, 24th 1986 - March 13th 2017
Son of Vince Willard & Angie Ryder (Bruce).
Biography
Zach was born on April 24th 1986 in Charleston, WV. He was raised and attended school in Poca, WV. In October of 2004 Zach enlisted in the US Air Force, proudly serving his country for 8 years. He was awarded many medals and badges during his time in the service. After his second tour in Iraq, Zach earned his Purple Heart that was presented to him by General Norman Swartz for injuries that he received from an IED blast. Zach was honorably discharged on October 14, 2012. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved time in the woods with his Papa Jim and Papa Willard. Aside from his outdoor activities, he applied his talents to painting and woodworking, which he thoroughly enjoyed. Zach loved his family and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He had an infectious smile, a big heart, and never met a stranger. He made a difference in this world to all those he met. Zach recently started working with his Dad, learning his trade and making memories. Zach was a christian and was baptized.
Zach leaves behind to remember him his Mother Angie Ryder and husband Bruce, his Father Vince Willard, brothers Ryan Willard, Alex Ulanch, Joey Ulanch, Colton Willard, Logan Ryder, maternal grandparents Jim Coche and wife Cindy, Charlotte Smithson, paternal grandparents Brian C. Willard and Joan Willard, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins, and friends that loved him dearly.
Information
A celebration of Zach's life will be held at 12 Noon on Friday, March 17th at Cooke Funeral Home (2002 20th St. Nitro) with friend/mentor Bill Hairston officiating. Burial will follow at Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetary in Dunbar. The Family will receive friends from 10:00 am till Noon at the funeral home.
All donations received will go to Zach's Mother Angie Ryder to help with any funeral related expenses.
Any and all donations will be helpful. If you are unable to help financially, please take the time to share this page to your social media accounts.
April, 24th 1986 - March 13th 2017
Son of Vince Willard & Angie Ryder (Bruce).
Biography
Zach was born on April 24th 1986 in Charleston, WV. He was raised and attended school in Poca, WV. In October of 2004 Zach enlisted in the US Air Force, proudly serving his country for 8 years. He was awarded many medals and badges during his time in the service. After his second tour in Iraq, Zach earned his Purple Heart that was presented to him by General Norman Swartz for injuries that he received from an IED blast. Zach was honorably discharged on October 14, 2012. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved time in the woods with his Papa Jim and Papa Willard. Aside from his outdoor activities, he applied his talents to painting and woodworking, which he thoroughly enjoyed. Zach loved his family and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He had an infectious smile, a big heart, and never met a stranger. He made a difference in this world to all those he met. Zach recently started working with his Dad, learning his trade and making memories. Zach was a christian and was baptized.
Zach leaves behind to remember him his Mother Angie Ryder and husband Bruce, his Father Vince Willard, brothers Ryan Willard, Alex Ulanch, Joey Ulanch, Colton Willard, Logan Ryder, maternal grandparents Jim Coche and wife Cindy, Charlotte Smithson, paternal grandparents Brian C. Willard and Joan Willard, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins, and friends that loved him dearly.
Information
A celebration of Zach's life will be held at 12 Noon on Friday, March 17th at Cooke Funeral Home (2002 20th St. Nitro) with friend/mentor Bill Hairston officiating. Burial will follow at Donel C. Kinnard Memorial State Veterans Cemetary in Dunbar. The Family will receive friends from 10:00 am till Noon at the funeral home.
All donations received will go to Zach's Mother Angie Ryder to help with any funeral related expenses.
Any and all donations will be helpful. If you are unable to help financially, please take the time to share this page to your social media accounts.
Organizer
Alexander Ulanch
Organizer
Hurricane, WV
