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In memory of
Thomas "Zak" Kevin Zakula
June 26, 1963 - June 28, 2023
Jun 26, 1963 - Jun 28, 2023
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In lieu of flowers
Please consider a donation to College Fund for Zak's three Children.
$250.00
of $75,000 goal
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Any gifts in Zak's memory will be evenly split amongst Zak's three children and used for College Tuition, Books, and Fees. Sela (20) will earn her Bachelor's Degree in Fall of 2023 and will be pursuing a PhD in Psychology in 2024, Ryan (17) will be starting as a College Freshman in 2024 and Ryah (15) will follow in 2025.
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Obituary
Thomas Kevin Zakula “Zak”, 60, of Phoenix, AZ, died on June 28th, 2023 in his home.
Born June 26, 1963 in Evergreen Park, IL Thomas, known as “Tommy” or “Zak” to his family and friends, was the Son of Walter David Zakula, and Dorothy Nora (Ryan) Zakula.
The youngest of three brothers, Zak grew up in Beverly, a historic far Southside neighborhood of Chicago, IL where his Father worked as a police officer, and Mother …
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I met Zak on the floor of the CME. He worked for one of the brokerage groups that I frequently did business with. Zak w…
I met Zak on the floor of the CME. He worked for one of the brokerage groups that I frequently did …
I met Zak on the floor of the CME. He worked for one of the brok…
Community Involvement
Catholic Church
Attendee of
St. Cajetan
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What was Zak's favorite color?
Blue
Blue
Blue
What were Zak's favorite ways to exercise?
Cycling
Cycling
Cycling
What were Zak's favorite sports teams?
University of Michigan Football (Wolverines) and the Chicago White Sox
University of Michigan Football (Wolverines) and the Chicago White Sox
University of Michigan Football (Wolverines) and the Chicago White Sox
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Timeline
Born
June 26th, 1963
Moved
1983
Tempe, AZ
Started College
1984
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
Survived by
Sela Zakula
Daughter
Ryan Zakula
Son
Ryah Zakula
Daughter
Laurel Devere
Ex-wife
Mark Zakula
Brother
David Zakula
Brother
Danette Zakula
Sister-in-law
Mary Zakula
Step-mother
Predeceased by
Dorothy Ryan
Mother
Walter Zakula
Father
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Cause of death
Stroke
Method of disposition
Cremation
Funeral services provided by
Family First Funeral Services
In lieu of flowers
Please consider a donation to College Fund for Zak's three Children.
$250.00
of $75,000 goal
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