Woodstock, Vermont

Zachary John Frates, 22, of Woodstock, VT. Zack passed away peacefully in his home Sunday, September 25 2011

Zachary was born in Hartford, Connecticut to Norm and Anne Frates. Zachary graduated from Woodstock Union High School.

Zachary is predeceased by maternal grandparents Dorothy and Jack O'Rourke and is survived by his father Norm, stepmother Dail and mother Anne Frates, grandparents Norm and Yvonne Frates, his sister Mia, brother Matthew, step-brothers, Tyler and Wylie, and numerous Aunts, Uncles, and cousins that make up the Frates and O'Rourke Family who all originate in Woodstock, Vt. and Old Saybrook, Ct.

Zack grew up in Woodstock, a wonderful community, who put their arms around him and his outstanding character for 22 years. There were various jobs that Zack held, from delivering the mail to the town offices, distributing posters throughout the town for Pentangle, and creating beautiful artwork for greeting cards. Zack united a family and community with his passion for life. Zack was an avid painter, boater, skier, chef and entertainer.

For a man of few words- he spoke to all with his contagious smile and charismatic personality. For Zack, there was never an obstacle too great or hurdle too daunting. Zack thrived on adventure and his presence lit up every room he entered. While Zack's life was cut short, his legacy will live on forever.

Zack's passion to give back to his community led him to be the inspiration for Zack's place, a non profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of his countless friends.

To know Zack is to love Zack.

A Memorial Service will be held to celebrate the life of Zach at4 pm, Friday September 30, at the Union Arena in Woodstock, VT.

Memorial donations may be made to Zacks Place, P. O. Box 634, Woodstock, Vermont 05091