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Zachary Calvin Gurley, 39, of Rockwell, passed away on Thursday, July 8, 2021 at his home in Rockwell. He was born on August 18, 1981 in Charlotte to John Gurley and Terri Weatherman Gurley.
He attended school at Northwest Cabarrus High School and Montreat College where he played baseball. He enjoyed being with his family more than anything and spending time at home. He loved his church, Grace Baptist of China Grove, coaching his children’s sports teams, reading, Duke basketball, going to lunch with friends, and watching WWE wrestling. Zack knew and loved the Lord and it was evident in all he did. He lead his family with love and gentleness. He was beyond patient, especially with his wife of 20 years and all of her ridiculous ideas, random “adventures” and her serious lack of planning for anything. Zack never failed to put them first. He will be greatly missed as a husband, son, father, brother, and friend
In addition to his parents, Zachary is survived by his wife of 20 years, Chandi Shea Gurley; children, Noah Blake Palmer(21), Kylee Nicole Gurley(15), Jack Calvin Gurley(13); two brothers; Zeke Gurley (Shannon) and son Matthew, and Zeb Gurley (Ashley) and daughters Olivia and Rayelynne; two brother in laws, Andrew Petty (Deana) children Davis and CJ, and Ryan Petty (Lynsey) daughter Vivian Gray; and his mother and father in law, Steven L. Petty and Kathy Slebioda.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday July 11, 2021 at 4pm at Charity Baptist Church in Kannapolis.
Carolina Cremation of Salisbury and Charlotte is assisting the Gurley family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.
Sarah (Taylor) says
All my love and prayers. Zack was an amazing person.
Mark Hardin says
Sorry for your loss and you’re in our thoughts and prayers at the Old Country Church
Emma Livengood says
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers from the Livengood family.
Connie Goodman says
Prayers for your family.
Love,
Connie Goodman
Jim Ploughe says
Zack was such a good person. Genuine, funny, caring, ornery and so smart! I’m so grateful to have met him. One thing I knew for sure, he loved his family. He talked about them every day and everything revolved around being there for them!
Anita blevins says
Prayers for your family.
Love,
Anita & James Blevins
Nancy and Mark Poplin says
Prayers lifted for all ❤️ Many of my best memories include the years spent on a ball field with Zach and the rest of our baseball family. Hold memories close
Love you all!!
Tammy Hoehman says
Praying for your family.
Love,
John and Tammy Hoehman
Hector Marquez says
I wish you healing and peace.
You will be in my prayers.
Jennifer Yule says
Love and prayers from the Yule Family.
Kelly Barbee says
Thinking and praying for you and your family. God got a wonderful angel. ❤️ The Barbee Family
Stephanie Kirk Hibler says
Certainly too young to go, but heaven just gained an amazing angel. Thoughts and prayers with all those he left grieving here on Earth.
Tricia Young says
Kathy & family, I am so sorry to see this! Hugs and prayers!
Stacey Clifton says
I’m so sorry to hear this. Praying for all of his family.
Debbie and Ron Richardson says
So many prayers for you all! Remembering all the baseball days together.You will be in our thoughts and prayers! Much love❤️
Carolyn Cline says
Continued prayers and may God wrap His loving arms around you with His grace.
I Peter 5:7
Norma Jean Prater says
Continued prayers for your family.
Larry & Glenda Edwards says
Prayers for a very special family.
Bill Brown says
Zack was definitely a soldier for Jesus. His understanding and knowledge of the Gospel always impressed me. He had a great heart for his Family. I know he will be missed by all who knew him. Zack you will be missed but not forgotten. Prayers for Chandi, Kylee, Blake and Jack.
Tal West says
Terri, I am so very sorry to read and learn this. I pray for your family and that you will feel God’s presence. My sincere condolences.
Beth Terrell says
Heaven is brighter and the anticipation of going home much sweeter. Prayers for you all until you see him again!
Trish Beauchamp says
Till we meet again.
A precious gift to his parents, and then to his own family, Chandi, Blake,Kylee and Jack.
Praise God from whom all blessings flow.
Much love
Donald Sastoque says
Prayers for you all.
Tamara Odom says
Praying for your family during these trying days! God is there holding your hand! HE will help see you through!
Praying,
Tamara Odom
Lynne Weatherman Frey says
Oh Terry, I am so sorry. Sending all my love to you and yours.
Lynne Jones says
Terri my heart breaks for you and your husband. I too have felt the pain of losing a son. You have not lost him. He is very much alive. Happy, healthy, and in the presence of his Lord. He is just a breath away❤️❤️ God and his mercy will see you through this ❤️❤️ Love and prayers, Lynne Jones and Evelyn Benson
Lynne P Jones says
Terri my heart breaks for you and your husband. I too have felt the pain of losing a son. You have not lost him. He is very much alive. Happy, healthy, and in the presence of his Lord. He is just a breath away❤️❤️ God and his mercy will see you through this ❤️❤️ Love and prayers, Lynne Jones and Evelyn Benson
Kim Carter Allison says
Praying for such a great family. Heaven is looking sweeter and sweeter everyday. Continued prayers in the days ahead Chandi for you and your beautiful family.
Dale Yontz says
Thoughts and prayers for you all. Cherish all the memories and they along with GOD, will guide you. If we can do anything, please let me know!!!
Vanessa Smith says
John and Terry, So sorry to hear of Zack’s passing. Sending the family all my love and prayers!
Christy Estes says
My thoughts and prayers are with your family as they deal with this loss. You have left an impression of this Earth, family, and friends. As we morn for our loss we rejoice for heavens to have gained an amazing Angel. Bless you Chandi and kids. All of our love from Alaska. The Estes Family.
Desiree says
Terry and John, we are so sorry to hear of your son’s passing. We are lifting you up in prayer as well as his wife and children. We love you. Desiree and Andy Kottenstette
Jean Chandler says
I am so sorry for the loss of your son. I am praying for you.
Love you
Julie Walsh- Haferman says
Zach (his brothers) and I go way back to Northside Christian Academy. So far back they will need a yearbook to remember me. Haha. I’m sorry to just be learning of his passing. M condolences to those left behind. Zach was always smiling. He was a joy to be around and was a friend to all of his schoolmates.
My heart goes out to his wife and children. Much love, hugs; and prayers.
There will be a glad reunion one day.
Blair Lindley Lambert says
Praying for the Lord’s comfort and healing for all of you. I know Zack was loved by so many and I’m celebrating with you that he’s now perfect in God’s presence!
With love,
Blair