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Zachary D. Lefever, 24

Zachary D. Lefever, 24, of Lancaster, PA passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October, 24, 2009. He was born in Lancaster and is survived by his parents Wendy (Rebman) and Brian S. Lefever.

Zach was of the Catholic faith and was a member of Historic St. Mary’s Catholic Church. He attended Resurrection Catholic School and was a graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School class of 2003.

He was employed by QVC and from the age of fourteen worked with his Pappy and his uncles at the family store, Rebman’s.

Zach’s memberships include the Mountville VFW, Rausch Creek Off Road Park, Member of EPM-MJM, Rebman Racing, Off Road Central, and No-Name Truck Club.

Zach enjoyed racing cars, especially mud bog racing, racing his Ford Mustang or anything with wheels at the Cecil County Drag Strip, working with his dad in the garage, the mountains, car shows, the beach, going to the Bloomsberg National Jamboree every year with his uncle Pete and camping out, and spending time with his family and friends. He won twelve trophies this past year from mud racing. Zach often raced at the Kingsdale Fire Co and Buck Motor Sports Park.

He will be deeply missed by his younger sister Rachel, in which they had a very close relationship. Zach also had a special relationship with his mother and she will miss being called “Dude”. He also will be missed by his two dogs and cat.

Surviving in addition to his parents and sister, are maternal grandparents, Earl, husband of Lois Rebman Jr., paternal grandparents, Frank, husband of, Evelyn Lefever, great grandmother Dorothy Altland, his aunts and uncles, Cindi, wife of Joe Galie Jr., Lisa, wife of, Mike Paulson, Kelly Rebman (deceased), Pat, husband of, Shelby Rebman, Pete, husband of Justine Rebman, Jody, wife of, Rodney Kline all of the Lancaster, and cousins, Allison, Kelsey, Danielle, Jessie, Aaron, Patrick, Cameron, Madison, Jonathon, baby Tessa, and Josh who was like a brother to Zach.

The family has asked that those attending Zach’s viewing and Funeral Mass to wear casual clothing.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to the Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, October 31, 2009 at 11am from Historic St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 119 S. Prince St., Lancaster, PA 17603 with Rev. Leo Goodman as Celebrant. (There will be no viewing Saturday) A viewing will take place from the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Chapel 3110 Lititz Pk. Lititz, PA 17543 on Friday evening from 6-9pm with Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 8:30pm. Interment will be private and will take place in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Zach’s memory may be made to Resurrection Catholic School 521 E. Orange St. Lancaster, PA 17602. To send the family online condolences please visit snyderfuneralhome.com.

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My deepest thoughts and prayers go to his entire family.  I worked with Zack at QVC, and always looked forward to his big, friendly smile, and kind ways.  He will surely be missed by all of his co-workers.
Amy Eck

Dear Wendy & family,
we just wanted to send you our heartfelt sympathies at the loss of your son and brother and to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Wendy & Bill Ruf

Zack will be greatly missed. I always saw him at parties and group activities. He was always one of those people that was a joy to be around. He was the funloving kid that could always cheer you up no matter how bad your day was. We love him and will always remember him. My sympathies go to his sister and his family.

We’ll never forget you buddy.
Fabian & April Purini

Zach was a wonderful person, he had such a positive outlook on life and always looked to the bright side of things. His character will be truly missed but the way he was will carry on with me to know that when I am having a bad day or feeling like things aren’t ok, I will remember him and smile and realize things could be so much worse. His friendship had an impact on me and I already miss him deeply. Anyone who knew him is truly blessed to have known him. May everyone find it in them to get through this and know that they are not alone.
God bless <3
Samantha

I met Zach many years ago when the Morgantown Fireman’s Carnival in Morgantown, Pa was going on.  His parents Wendy & Brian ran one of the stands along with his his uncle Earl who ran the bingo stand. I also got to meet Pete and Justin there.  What a wonderful, fun loving group of people. I ended up running in to Pete and Justin a few years later.  It was in Bloomsburg at the 4 Wheel Drive Jamboree. Pete had brought Zach with for the weekend.  I remember how much fun he had and how he enjoyed watching the mud racing and the monster trucks jump the cars.  He always had a smile on his face.  It was fun having him around.  My deepest sympathies to Brian & Wendy.  Zach was a great kid. I never knew him as an adult but what I’ve read he must have been very special. I’m so sorry for your loss. When I lost my dad I was told that there really are holes in the floor of heaven and that they are always watching over us.  Always remember that when you are feeling sad and lonely.  I hope it helps.  You are in my prayers…God Bless and Take Care.
Candy Burkhart 

A few years ago my son Nicholas met Zach at the Bloomsburg 4×4 truck show. We camped next to him and his Uncle Pete. Nick, at a very young age when they met, referred to Zach and Pete as part of his crew. He always treated Nick like one of the guys. Nick was over at their site all of the time. All of the guys that were camping with Zach were good guys. But Nick really enjoyed hanging with Zach and Pete. He is missed by Nick and our family as well. He was a great guy. We knew it as soon as we met him. Never did we ever feel uncomfortable with Nick hanging out with the guys. We knew they all would have Nick’s back! Our prayers are with your entire family.

Jeff and Kristie Giordano

Although we do not know you, we share a common bond.  Our sons were both killed in tragic car accidents.  We are the parents of Anthony Bohrn, killed 9/12/08.  These boys shared the same friends and maybe even knew each other.  Please know our thoughts and prayers are with your family now and in the future.  We miss our son everyday and know you will do the same.  Our comfort lies in knowing God has a reason for everything and He chose to call our sons home at a young age for a reason only He knows.  We will meet our boys again one day and OH what a glorious day it will be.  God Bless You All!

We’d like to express our deepest sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
St. Joe Softball players and families

My deepest sympathy to your family in this very difficult time.
Sincerely,
Sam Book

Dear Wendy , Brian , and Rachel ,

We are heartbroken over your terrible loss and all of you and Zach have been in will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers always !

With much love ,
The Ostrowski Family
(Mike, Lorraine, and Caitlin)

"We love because he first loved us."   – 1 John 4:19

To the whole Lefever family we want to send our thoughts and prayers to  you.  Zach and Rachael went to Resurrection School with my daughter Melissa,   please know you all will be in all our prayers.

With deepest sympathy,
Tom and Sharon Ford

i wanted to let you know that i am so so saddened that this happened to my magical little imp. when i read the accident in the paper all of these things went through my mind, and at the time not knowing it was zach, pictured quite a few things about what happened, how, and who it was. I drove out the bypass where the accident occurred and still couldn’t quite imagine how this accident possibly could have happened……i went to work on monday, still not knowing who the white 20 year old male was that had that really odd end to his life….. a mysterious end that didn’t quite add up. monday newspaper confirmed who it was and the other barbers at manor barber started making phone calls and asking around and within hours found out that it was Zach. there was an awful sadness and still quite at the barber shop. we all loved zach dearly and he will be sorely missed i can assure you this. zach was a very different boy from all i know. he had a light that would shine up any room!!!! he loved life, he loved his family, and he loved living. never one to say he was having a bad day….every day was like a new adventure for him and all that knew him would agree that he had an abundance of life which so few know. i hope that all the family and friends take zachs light and carry it forward in your time of need and know that he would not want anyone to hurt and would kindly take the light for you if he could. zach was a gem, a rare find, and he will smile from the heavens to let you know that his light will continue to permeate your life, your heart and your souls.

Deepest sympathies to Zachs family. We worked together at QVC and he was a very funny and out going guy.  Always had a smile for anyone.  He will be greatly missed by us.  All my heart felt prayers go to his family and friends in there time of loss.

I worked with Zach at QVC. He was a great guy and fun to work with. No matter when you ran into him he always had a smile on his face.  My deepest condolences go to his family and friends in there time of such a sad loss. He will be deeply missed by us.
Nicole Kauffman

My thoughts and prayers are with Zach’s family though this difficult time.
My deepest sympathy,
Lori Rice

I knew Zach through my dad Elvin High. I didn’t know him that well but from the times I hung out with him I knew he was a really awesome person who didn’t deserve this. Your family has really been through a lot lately and I’m so sorry for that. Zach and your family our in our thoughts and prayers everyday. I’m so sorry for your loss.
~Crystal Feltch

Dearest Wendy, Brian, and Rachel,
Our hearts are heavy as we will always grieve for our dear, dear Kelly, and now we are extending our heartfelt sympathies to you and your family for what is to be another loss that is beyond words. Please know that we will always  consider you family in our heart and soul. I will always remember Zach’s wonderful, somewhat shy smile. We will always long for what once was our life, and now there are no words to express our sorrow for your family. Always in our thoughts.
Love you all,
Michele, Roxanne, and Randy

"Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy." My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. He will be missed.

Please accept my deepest sympathy and heartfelt sadness.  My son Mike "pal’d" around with Zach on occasion and attended school with him.  I remember him vividly as a kind, humorous child growing up from Resurrection to Catholic High.  I can only imagine your pain. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
God Bless, 
Marie Roark

Words cannot express the feelings of loss I am sure you are currently enduring.  My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this very difficult time.  I worked with Zach at QVC and am honored to say I knew such a great guy.  He will be missed by all.
Valerie Zink

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family. He will be missed dearly.
Love Brian, Holly & Zach Fawber

I use to babysit Zack when he was 5. I saw him at a party at the beginning of the summer and he gave me hug and said he remembered me. I thought that was so sweet. I thought what an awesome guy he grew up to be. I will miss seeing his sweet smile. My thoughts are with you through this difficult time.
Brandi Perez

We are so deeply sorry for your unexpected loss of Zachary.  Please know we are holding you all close in our hearts. 
With Deepest Sympathy,
Dr. Scott Creisher and Staff

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. WE ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND PRAY FOR YOU THROUGH THE TIMES TO COME DEALING WITH SUCH A SUDDEN LOSS. DEEPEST SYMPATHIES….  
SHANE WAY AND FAMILY

Thank you all for remembering our son and brother. Zach was an amazing guy who touched so many during his lifetime. We re so proud of the young man he grew up to be, he was genuine and he loved people, he treated everyone with kindness. Please visit facebook, In Memory of Zach Lefever, to read the many, many thoughts, tributes and memories of those who love Zach.
Wendy, Brian and Rachel Lefever

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