Zachary Tobias Voelz
September 27, 1984 ~ July 1, 2022
Zachary Tobias Voelz
37, of Lafayette, Indiana passed away on July 1, 2022. Zach was born in Beech Grove, Indiana to Ted and Shelley Voelz on September 27, 1984. As a child Zach loved spending time on the family farm with his Papaw Charlie and Grandma Jane. Zach was a 2003 graduate of Monrovia High School where he was on the Golf team and a Percussionist in the Marching Band. Zach was awarded Eagle Scout by Senator Richard Bray and wore that badge proudly. Zach went on to graduate from the University of Indianapolis and majored in the Language of German, International Relations and Political Science. He obtained his Masters Degree from Valparaiso University and was currently a Customs Specialist for Subaru of Lafayette. Zach loved to travel and had been to Germany several times, enjoyed mission trips in Jamacia and visiting Europe. Zach was a huge Atlanta Braves fan and loved to watch them play ball! He spent many weekends on charter boats fishing with his dad in Minnesota, South Carolina, Branson, Gulf Shores, Hilton Head Island, Monroe Lake and many more. He also enjoyed golfing in his spare time. Zach was a thoughtful and kind man who never missed an opportunity to “give back” or “pay it forward”.
Zach is survived by his Parents; Theodore and Shelley Voelz, Aunt; Teresa Metz, Uncles; Tom Metz and Steve Call, Great Aunts; Judy Hayes, Marilyn Frensemeier, Ann Coleman, Charlene Calabro, Judy Armstrong and Janet Orem, Great Uncles; Jean Coleman and Lowell Armstrong.
Zach is preceded in death by his Grandparents; Mary & Ernie Voelz and Charles & Jane Metz and Sheldon D. Armstrong, Aunt; Georgiann Call, Great Aunt; Ruth Coleman, Great Uncles; John Hayes, Bob Frensemeier, Paul Calabro and Jamie Orem.
Visitation will be held on Monday, July 11, 2022 from 4:00pm-8:00pm at the First United Methodist Church in Mooresville. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 11:00am with one hour of visitation prior to the start of the service in the church. Zach will be laid to rest in Kingston Presbyterian Cemetery in Greensburg on Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 2:30 pm.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made in honor of Zach to:
Boy Scout Troop 224- VFW 1111
5955 W. Hurt Rd.
Monrovia, Indiana 46157
St. Thomas Clinic
600 Paul Hand Blvd
Franklin, Indiana 46131
Churches in Mission
27 S. Indiana St.
Mooresville, Indiana 46158
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service and Crematory. Condolences can be left for the family of Zachary T. Voelz at www.carlislebranson.com
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Ted & Shelley, We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Zach was always very kind and courteous when there was correspondence. It is so hard to lose our children. We pray for comfort from God. May you be blessed beyond measure. With Love, Pershing & Company We have contributed to Churches in Mission in memory of Zach.
Oh my, I was so shocked to hear of Zach’s passing. He was one of my “kids” at Hall and I have fond memories of him. I saw him when I voted and we had a brief conversation. He was a special person. The world will be a sadder place without him. Cynthia Rogers
Ted n Shelley – I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of Zackary – Nothing could b worse than loosing a child…May God give u peace n comfort n this time of sorrow n n the days n weeks to come… God’s Blessings for ur heart break Carolyn n Larry Clements
Dear Family: We, the families of The Compassionate Friends, send you our heartfelt condolences on Zachary’s passing. The Compassionate Friends is an international, non-denominational, grief support group for parents, grandparents and siblings who have suffered the heartbreaking loss of a child. Our only mission is to provide comfort, hope and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or daughter, brother or sister, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. We meet monthly on the first Wednesday at the New Hope Church, 5307 Fairview Rd, Greenwood, IN 46142 and on the third Tuesday at the Epworth United Methodist, 6450 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, IN 46220. Both meetings begin at 6:30pm. If, and when, you are ready to do so, please join us for either, or both, meetings. We Need Not Walk Alone. We are The Compassionate Friends. The Compassionate Friends Central Indiana Chapter (317) 681-4292 (April) http://www.tcfcentralindiana.org http://www.compassionatefriends.org
Dear Shelley and Ted, I was so sorry to learn of Zachary’s passing. May wonderful memories of his life sustain you in days to come, and may the Heavenly Father surround you with his peace and comfort. Loyally, Sue Menefee
Zach has been an integral part of the McCollum family: He was loved as a grandson-by-choice by Cecil and Sylvia. He was the first young man to gallantly present flowers to Megan at a Canyon Inn breakfast with Grams, Gramps, Ted, and Shelley. His senior year of high school, he was one of three students in AP English, and throughout that class he shared his global perspective and his exceptional culinary knowledge. Tim, Megan, and I looked forward to great conversation with him at social gatherings. He educated me about Muslim banking and international finance when I reviewed a few of his collegiate papers. . . . Zach will be missed for so many reasons but especially for his humble attitude, his smile that would begin hesitantly and then illuminate his entire presence, and his sincere desire to positively influence those around him. Although his mission on this earth was far shorter than any of us anticipated, its brevity does not, in any way, diminish its impact. Tim and Susan James and Megan James Koenig
Aunt Shelley and Uncle Ted we are so saddened to know that we are without our cousin Zach. Our hearts are broken alongside yours. We look back to great memories together at your house in Indiana, Hilton Head Island, and at the Braves stadium!! We shared many a laugh and many a great memory over the years. Though we grieve now, we are not like those who have no hope as Heaven just got a little sweeter and we look forward to our family reunion there. We love you!!! The Calls- Doug, Amanda and Alex
Tim and Danita Ringer
Ted and Shelly, Zachary was such a blessing, as are you and Ted. He will be greatly missed. One of our favorite memories was our “family” meal together at Charlie Brown’s in Speedway. What a special day that was. We are so glad he was able to share it with us. We are thinking of you all and praying for you daily. Please reach out for anything you might need. Howard, Sarah and Molly Knight
I had the chance to take a training course at Subaru Automotive with Zach. He was really funny and helped to provide insight into an aspect of Subaru I had never considered: parts acquisition and customs. My condolences to the family.
I was so sorry to hear the news about Zach’s passing. I work in the cafeteria at Subaru and Zach was one of our favorite customers! He always made these amazing picture-perfect salads and credited their beauty, not to his artistry, but to what he called ” our amazing salad bar with all his favorite choices “. He had the greatest smile and an unforgettable laugh! It was my pleasure to serve him because he always brightened my day. His afternoon visits for lunch will be greatly missed! My prayers are with the family.
I have fond memories of Zach sitting in my 10th grade English class at Monrovia Jr-Sr High School. A conscientious and hard-working student, Zach’s attentive, earnest face was always so reassuring to see as I gazed out at a roomful of otherwise distracted high-school sophomores. What a welcome sight. I remember Zach’s sense of humor, too – the grins he flashed as we chatted before or after class about this or that, about the golf team or the Indiana State Fair (state fairs and high school golf teams were new to me as a New York City-bred teacher recently arrived in Indiana, so Zach had a lot to tell me). May his memory be a blessing.