Zachary Lewis Dillingham

zachary dillingham

February 4, 2000 ~ October 4, 2022

Born in: Asheville, NC
Resided in: Asheville, NC

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Zachary Lewis Dillingham, 22, of Asheville, NC passed away on Tuesday, October 4, 2022 after a long and hard battle with Crohns Disease. He was a loving son, brother and grandson. Zachary graduated from A.C. Reynolds High School in 2018 and attended Western Carolina University.

He is survived by his parents; Charles “Mark” Dillingham and Teresa Green Dillingham. He is also survived by his brother, Gabriel Dillingham; his maternal grandparents; Danny and Brenda Green; his paternal grandparents; Charles and Lois Dillingham; his aunt, Michelle Dillingham Harris (Kirby) of Old Fort, NC; and cousins; Zeb, Maisie, Mary and Madison.

Zachary enjoyed traveling on cruise ships. He really loved the ocean and especially dolphins. He enjoyed time spent with close friends and family. He was a Christian, his faith played an important role in his life.

A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel of Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road, Sunday, October 9 at 3:00 p.m. with visitation one hour prior. Rev. Steve Brockwell and Rev. Tim Earwood will officiate. A burial will follow the service in Green Hills Cemetery.

He was brave and courageous and will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

Flowers are appreciated or please consider a donation to the funeral home to assist with expenses.

Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road is assisting the family.

Services

Funeral Service: October 9, 2022 3:00 pm

Room: Chapel

Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road
856 Tunnel Rd.
Asheville, NC 28805
(828)299-4416
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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Visitation: October 9, 2022 2:00 pm

Room: Chapel

Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road
856 Tunnel Rd.
Asheville, NC 28805
(828)299-4416
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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Burial: October 9, 2022 12:00 am

Green Hills Cemetery
25 New Leicester Hwy.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-9831

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  1. So many good memories with your family. Our prayers our thoughts are with you all during this time. May the Lord comfort you and hold you in his arms.

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  2. So many good memories with your family. Our prayers our thoughts are with you all during this time.

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  3. Son, I will always cherish our time together here on earth! Take your angel wings and fly over us and watch over us! Use your wings to visit places we had plans on going with your new body free from pain and sickness!!! Daddy will always love you!

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  4. Zachary,

    Words can’t describe how much I miss you and torn I am that your gone, however I’m happy to know your no longer suffering in pain, you are my best friend and always will be, I love and miss you brother.

    -brother

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  5. Zachary, a big part of me left when you had to go home. The void cannot be filled by anyone else. I loved you so very much. You new God’s Word so well. You are a big light in HEAVEN. I KNOW EVER FEW MINUTES you are asking the FATHER what else can I do. My life will never be the same. You were very special to me. R. I. P. Babydoll. You told me you gave your heart to Jesus a long time ago and you were not taking it back. It belonged to him now. Mamaw will see you again. Meet me where you and I talked. Love you so so much.

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  6. I’m so sorry for your loss Mr and Mrs Dillingham. I can only imagine how great of a man he must of been being able to call you guys his parents. You guys will be in my prayers.

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  8. There are no words! Know you all are in our thoughts and prayers! Zachary will be missed by so many!

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  9. I know how much your family will miss you, but just think you have a new body with no pain and suffering. Your spirit will live on through the ones you loved. God had a plan for you and you followed it til it was time to go home. Rest well and know how much you were loved!

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  10. Even though Zachary’s time here was far too short, he left an imprint on the hearts of so many. He’s likely doing the same in his new home while he waits to see you all again. Take care to remember the good times… much love to all of you.

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  12. My friend,

    Thanks for taking me to my first sunrise at the ocean, thank you for always being by Gabriel’s side, thank you for being a genuine kind soul. Thank you for blessing your family and friends. Everyone misses you so much. Thank you for being a friend everyone can talk to.

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  15. Zack you may not be here physically but you will always be with us in spirit .We love you and miss you. Hugs and prayers to your family and you grandparents .

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  16. Thank you for being such a light in my life I always thought you were so amazing and humble you touched more people than you will ever no

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    • I always admired you for your ability to withstand your pain and keep your faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. You were a little trooper in the army of the Lord. May God give comfort to your entire family…. From Garney

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  19. We love you Zachary. I know you are with Jesus and I will see you again. I will miss your smile and your texts. Fly high sweet angel ❤️

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  22. So sorry Teresa and family. I know your heart hurts so bad. I wish the best for you and the family.

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  23. Teresa, Mark: I know in my heart as I sit here and read all the messages people leave on the guest book tells me nothing I could say or do will ever bring youll the comfort you need in the coming days, only God can. My heart is so heavy for all of you for Heavens gift and your loss. That loss is so temporary, it will go by so fast you won’t even believe it and Zachary will be waiting at the gates of heaven for all of you. I love all of you and will continue to pray that God gives youll the strength in the coming days. Hold onto him and he will walk any road with youll that youll want him to…..Loveya

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  24. Mark, so sorry to hear about your loss of your son. I know he fought a long hard battle but he now rest in the Lords hands. Jeannie and I have you in our thoughts and prayers.

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  25. 🕊I can only imagine the loss that you are feeling of your Son Zach. Please rest in the comfort of GOD’S WORD and HIS LOVING ARMS to see you thru the trying times that you are facing without Zach here on earth. Just know that Zach is always near you, he is always in your Hearts.🕊

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  27. I am so sorry that you are gone, sweet boy. My heart breaks for your family. I can still see your bright smile and hear your voice like it was yesterday. You’ll always be a funny little elementary schooler to me, excited to go on a trip, excited to share tales of your travels, and always hugging on your Mama! Thank you for spending some of your time here with me. Rest peacefully, Zachary. ♥️

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  28. My heart broke hearing you were gone. I still see you, Gabe and Ally playing on the playground. I will cherish the memories of you all playing and missing the smiles and laughter. Keeping your family in my prayers for peace and comfort. Rest in Peace, Zachary.

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  29. Praying for the family God will hold you close to him.i know what it’s like to lose a grandson ,a husband, my sister. My best friend with out. God I couldn’t be setting here right now.my heart is broke for you Charles ,lois, Brenda and Mark hold on to. Jesus and don’t let go Zachary will be miss but he want hurt no he in the arms of Jesus.

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  30. We love you aunt Brenda and uncle Danny. I know Teresa and Mark and Gabriel are hurting and I’m so sorry for your loss. Remember that you will see you’re BABYBOY again. Our thoughts are prayers are with you all 🙏💖

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  31. Mark ,Teresa and Gabriel. Eve and I are sorry to hear about Zach. We are thinking of you and you are in our prayers.

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  33. Mark and Teresa, I’m so very sorry for the loss of your handsome Zachary. I know how hard it is from personal experience. I’m sending all my love and prayers for you and your family. May God wrap his arms around you and give you comfort, peace and mercy in the days and months to come.

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  34. Mark, and family, I am just so so very sorry. I just learned of this terrible loss. I can’t even begin to imagine your thoughts or how to cope, but we know there is a much better place and he has arrived and waiting on you all. I say prayers for grace and comfort and a gentle peace that will take you thru the coming days and months and longer. I know heartbroken it is so hard to see the future, but always remember you are never alone and your memories are more precious than ever. Mark, please know your family is in my prayers. Take good care of yourself and your family. Love, BJ Freeman

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  37. Mark, I was so sorry to hear of Zachary’s passing. Hold onto the memories even though our Lord has called him home.

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  40. Mark, I am sorry for the storm your family faces and the loss you must feel. Just rejoice on the Tim you had and know you will be with him again.

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  41. Teresa,
    My heart is broken into pieces for you and your family. My words are nothing compared to your heartache right now.
    I love you more than you know
    Kim Chandler

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