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Title: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: Bill Peckham on January 18, 2017, 07:25:58 PM
I have the worst news. I heard from his sister today that Zach passed away on Sunday. Zach was able to share laughs and memories with family up until he succumbed.  I will pass on more information as far as service/memorial info if I hear any.

Zach was a good one, he gave this F--king kidney disease a hell of a fight. Good on ya Zach, rest in peace.








Edited:Split from previous topic, tribute page for Zach -kitkatz- Admin  (Page moved on 2/1/2017 to our tribute area)
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: okarol on January 18, 2017, 07:34:42 PM
Dear sweet Zach. A real gentlemen and a true friend. I am sad and filled with grief.
 :'( :'( :'(
Love you always and forever  :-*
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: okarol on January 18, 2017, 07:49:02 PM
RIP ZACH
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: willowtreewren on January 18, 2017, 08:05:03 PM
So very sad.
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: Rerun on January 18, 2017, 08:19:51 PM
Such an inspiration and a lovely man.  He will be missed.

Rest in our Lord's arms Zach.  You are home now.            :-* 
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: PrimeTimer on January 18, 2017, 09:13:15 PM
I'm sure his work on a documentary about orphaned kids helped them. Zach's work left the world a better place for some. May God bless and keep his friends and family.
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: glitter on January 18, 2017, 09:58:14 PM
Zach, a real gentleman. Left too soon. He was amazingly generous with his time and experience. May he find peace.
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: Michael Murphy on January 18, 2017, 10:18:50 PM
For a man who gave so much, he will surely be missed, the light he cast in the dismal world of ESRD still shines and as long as this site lives Zach kindness, and guidance will live on.  From Epoman through Zach the many wonderful people who built and contribute to this site have provided a beacon of hope and knowledge and a sense of community that helps all in the Battle with ESRD. I know I would not have done so well with dialysis without this place and Zach contributed greatly to the experience i had on this site.  I hope he got the special place in heaven he so richly deserved.
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: PaulBC on January 18, 2017, 11:45:21 PM
I rarely read this forum anymore (my daughter is post-transplant and doing well) and I saw the news about Zach on the facebook page. So sorry to hear it. He was a big inspiration and source of hope for me, reading about his work and life on dialysis, and seeing his optimism and sense of humor. There aren't many like him, and he'll be missed.
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: cassandra on January 19, 2017, 02:23:37 AM
Rest in peace now Zach, will miss you forever

   :grouphug;
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: Charlie B53 on January 19, 2017, 05:33:55 AM

I've no words.   Only sadness.   This came far too soon.  Zach still had so much to contribute to this World.

Alas, It is not our will, but His will be done.

Bless you Zach, you are now with our Maker.
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: kristina on January 19, 2017, 06:32:13 AM
It makes me very sad and I am shocked to read this about Zach and he will continue to be my great inspiration in how to survive dialysis-treatments as best as is possible with good humour, a good diet and by continued studying about the ingredients/vitamins/potassium etc. in each food, vegetable meal, fruit etc. and ... how to continue life as best as is possible despite kidney failure and the onset of needing dialysis-treatments. Zach certainly continues to be a great inspiration to me.
RIP Zach and many thanks for being such a great inspiration and assistance on IHD.
I shall miss you a lot,
Kristina :grouphug;
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: Vt Big Rig on January 19, 2017, 06:55:09 AM
RIP Zach. You have those of us starting out hope for longevity. God Bless you.0
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: kristina on January 19, 2017, 07:08:59 AM
... adding to my thoughts above I would like to add that Zach showed us by his good example, that Dialysis is certainly "not the end" but "only" the beginning of an adaptable new life-style ...
RIP Zach and many thanks again from
Kristina :grouphug;
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: kickingandscreaming on January 19, 2017, 07:41:18 AM
Such a very great loss.  R.I.P. Zach.  You will be missed.
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: DayaraLee on January 19, 2017, 07:49:55 AM
I'm so very sorry to hear this. I was checking daily and hoping for good news and instead, this. May he rest in peace and his family and friends know that his wisdom, openness, and kindness impacted many. He made a difference and will be missed.
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: MooseMom on January 19, 2017, 12:46:49 PM
Such sad news.  Heartbroken.
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: Darthvadar on January 19, 2017, 02:30:59 PM
The world's supply of true gentlemen has just got a bit smaller...

May your gentle soul rest in peace, Zach....

Darth....
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: BobN on January 19, 2017, 03:42:29 PM
RIP Zach.  What a terrific guy.  A loss for all of us.
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: MooseMom on January 20, 2017, 02:40:12 PM
Quote from: PrimeTimer on January 18, 2017, 09:13:15 PM
I'm sure his work on a documentary about orphaned kids helped them. Zach's work left the world a better place for some. May God bless and keep his friends and family.

How true, Prime Timer!!!

Okarol, thanks for posting those photos!

I've been thinking about Zach all day; I can't get it out of my mind.  I'm sorely distressed.
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: Jill D. on January 20, 2017, 02:52:47 PM
I am so sad to read about this. I first "met" Zach in 2006, not long after this site was created. He was definitely inspiring and I remember when he finally made the decision to get on the transplant list. He not only lived while on dialysis; he thrived. The world will miss you Zach. :'(
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: talker on January 20, 2017, 04:03:26 PM
             
New Star in the Heavens
We are, one and all, candle flames while on earth,
Each contribute in ways known best to them,
Some loud, some quite, some with flair, some with simple just do it,
like Sinatra, some just do it their way
hats off to you Zack,
You did it your way.
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: okarol on January 20, 2017, 07:49:35 PM
For those who may not be familiar with Zach, you can go to his profile here and then click on "Show Posts" to get to know him.
http://ihatedialysis.com/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=283
Zach did in-center hemodialysis for 34 years and joined IHD in August 2006.
He is "famous" here for Zach's Chunky Chili recipe, renal friendly, of course. http://ihatedialysis.com/forum/index.php?topic=11916.0

Some people seem like they will live forever. I thought that of Zach.
Never to be forgotten.  :-*
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: MooseMom on January 20, 2017, 09:14:46 PM
Quote from: okarol on January 20, 2017, 07:49:35 PM
Some people seem like they will live forever. I thought that of Zach.

You know, okarol, you're right.






Edited: Fixed quote tag error- kitkatz,Admin
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: kristina on March 10, 2017, 11:00:40 AM
... I would like to read more about Zach and his work and perhaps have a chance to see one of his films one day ?
Many thanks from Kristina. :grouphug;
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: MooseMom on March 10, 2017, 01:20:12 PM
Quote from: kristina on March 10, 2017, 11:00:40 AM
... I would like to read more about Zach and his work and perhaps have a chance to see one of his films one day ?
Many thanks from Kristina. :grouphug;

I know he had been working on a film called "Unconditional Love, the Documentary" because I gave a donation toward the production costs.

http://ihatedialysis.com/forum/index.php?topic=32238.msg494723#msg494723

I am not sure what the current status is.  I've looked at their Facebook page but find no notice that the film has been either completed or aired.  If anyone has seen it or has any more current news about it, please let us know.  Thanks!
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: Rerun on March 10, 2017, 05:12:07 PM
He sent me "These Kids Mean Busine$$" but not the current one he was working on. 
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: kristina on March 13, 2017, 01:22:05 PM
Many thanks for your assistance, MooseMom and Rerun, it is very much appreciated.
With your kind help I could "do" my research and found his name, his documentary films and also his favourite quotes:

1) A man's word is his most precious possession.

2) Living a life, not an apology.

Zach certainly was a remarkable person, an example to us all and he is very much missed.

R.I.P. Zach

Kristina.  :grouphug;
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: Bill Peckham on March 13, 2017, 04:36:54 PM
Zach directed this one that I found online:
Closing the Achievement Gap (PBS, 2004)  https://youtu.be/5COxkCfjLLc (https://youtu.be/5COxkCfjLLc)
Here is a mini bio he wrote for IMDB:

Zach Richter worked for the late night ABC News program, Nightline, before forming the Corporation for Educational Radio and Television (CERT) in 1984.

Past documentaries produced and directed by Richter include the award-winning special, Beyond the Dream: Immigrants in America (NBC, 1988); Emmy nominated China at the Crossroads (ABC, 1989); Circle of the Spirit (NBC, 1990); Black American Conservatism: An Exploration of Ideas (PBS, 1992); the award-winning Liberating America's Schools (PBS, 1993); the award-winning three-part, three-hour series, The New Urban Renewal: Reclaiming Our Neighborhoods (PBS, 1997); Charter Schools That Work (PBS, 2000); the award-winning Closing the Achievement Gap (PBS, 2004); and the award-winning These Kids Mean Busines$ (PBS, 2007).

Richter has served on the boards of the International Radio and Television Society, the Tisch School of the Arts Alumni Group and the American Association of Kidney Patients, New York Chapter. Richter holds a BFA from the Tisch School of the Arts, New York University.
Title: Re: Tributes for member- "Zach"
Post by: okarol on March 16, 2017, 12:12:54 AM
I heard from his sister today. She has been emptying out his apartment. It's been very hard, so many memories.
She said, "One good note is that all of his company's editing equipment is being donated to a great non profit here in Brooklyn, Brooklyn Academy for the Arts, which I think he would have liked."
She says she will let us know when his memorial will be.