Zachary "Zach" Medford
November 24, 1987 ~ August 8, 2010
Resided in:
Arden, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Arden – Zachary "Zach" J.M. Medford, 22, of Arden, died Sunday, August 8, 2010 in Hendersonville.
A native of Buncombe County, he was a son of Tammy Hyatt and her fiancé, Jeremy Fish, of Arden and of Harold Lee Medford of Hendersonville.
He was a former forklift driver at ITech.
In addition to his parents, Zach is survived by one sister, Brittany of Arden; his maternal grandmother, Helen Hyatt of Arden; paternal grandparents, Linda Medford and Jim Medford, both of Hendersonville; uncle, Sammy Hyatt of Arden.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, August 13, 2010 in the chapel of Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian with the Reverend Greg Pippin officiating.
Entombment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Enka.
The family will receive friends from 7:00-8:30 PM on Thursday, August 12, 2010 at the funeral home.
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Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Embrace the thoughts, memories and good times you had with Zach the short time God allowed with you.Know that you have many looking after and seeking justice with you.
I did not know Zach, but wanted you to know how very sorry I am. I cannot imagine the pain you must be feeling. I hope that somewhere you can find comfort in the years you had with him. My prayers are with you.
Tammy and family,I am so sad to hear about Zach. May OUR LOVING GOD comfort you now and in the days to come. Our heartfelt sympathy, Jackie and Steve Carter (Charlene’s mom)
Tammy, Helen,& Sammy my thoughts and prayers are with you & your family at this most difficult time.
Helen so sorry for the loss of your grand son,,so sad,,you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers,cherish his memories they are forever,,, lean on God he will get you through this..but I know it must be hard……..
Zach will always hold a special place in my heart. He befriended my son, Micah, when Micah had no friends on the school bus. I’ll cherish the memory of Zach vacationing with us at Myrtle Beach. My heart aches for you as one mother to another and please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tammy, Brittany, Helen, Sammy and to all the rest of the family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Always remember the good times you had with Zac during his short time with you. I pray for justice for Zac and your families.
God Bless Zachary!
Tammy and Brittany…There are no words that could possibly convey the deep, deep sadness I am feeling over the tragic loss of Zach. I have played the memories over and over in my head of Zachary, Brittany, Nichole, and Josh all playing together when they were little. I remember Zach and Josh and the sleds and the snowball fights and the bikes. These are memories I hope you can find comfort in in the days ahead. May the comfort of God’s arms wrap around your family during this difficult hour.
Tammy, Helen, and Sammy,
Reba, Buck and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything we can do don’t hesitate to call. The memories of Zack and i growing up together are irreplaceable.
Tammy,
So sorry for your lose. Charlene posted on facebook. Much love and prayers to you and your family. God Bless…Jennifer
Tammy, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Brittany,Tammy,Helen,&Sammy..
I am so sorry for your loss, I pray that you are given peace in your time of need. Zack was an amazing person taken too soon. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
God Bless
This guest book entry is sent to you from the kids and grandkids of Claude Medford. We didn’t know Zack but our love and prayers goes out to the family.
lee and tammy,
you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Hyatt Family:
Zach was so wonderful to us and always there for me; I will miss everything we shared. My heart and love goes out to you in this tragic time.
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I did not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there, I did not die.
Tammy, it is with the deepest regret that we have to get in touch after 23 years over such a tragic event. The loss of a loved one is something that stays with you forever. You were a special person in high school and I am sure you raised Zach to be the same caring person that you are even today. I hope that you will find peace in the arms of God and in the prayers and support from friends and family. You have been in my thoughts and prayers. Know that you raised Zach to be a kind and gentle young man and find comfort that he left his legacy behind for so many. He will be with you always, not only in spirit but in your heart and in what he taught you in life as well. God bless. Please let Charlene know if you wish to get in touch. Many hugs…
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, Brittany, Tammy, and Helen if you need anything absolutely anything please let me know. I am here for you. Zack will be missed by alot of people.
Tammy, Helen,Brittany and Sammy I just want you guys to know that my prayers and thoughts are with you, I love zach like a little brother…And he was the first true friend i ever had. And the best friend i ever have had,He always had a wonderful smile that i will never forget. And all of the memories and fun we had will be cherished and will live forever in my heart.
Tammy, Helen,Brittany and Sammy :There are no words to explain how sorry I am for your loss. Zack was a good kid.You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tammy,Helen,Sammy and Brittany,
I am so sorry for the loss of Zach. Charlene emailed me and told me the news. I know we haven’t seen each other in a long time, but I think of you often. I will keep you in my prayers during this terrible time.
Love,
Angela
So sorry to hear about Zach he was a close friend and I had just talked to him earlier this month even though it feels like yesterday . I hope they punish who did it and finally get some justice for Zach .
I still remember you Zach. I was so young but you made such an impact on me i’ve never forgotten you. I remember when we painted together and i sat on your lap and did puzzles. I won’t forget you.