"Ping, I saw Frank and Christina last night and learned of the passing of your dear son Zack. You were extremely helpful to my sister and my nephew Quinn while he was in China a few years back and we will be forever grateful to you. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Cindy Lukas"
In loving memory of
Zack Parkin
June 28, 1996 - February 21, 2016
Middleton
Our dear son, Zack Parkin, 19, surrendered to a three year battle with depression in the comfort of his home on February 21. He is survived by his parents Ping Sun and Kirk Parkin, brother Archer and extended family in New York, Washington and China.
Zack's passing leaves an irreplaceable void in our lives, but we are comforted by his finding the inner peace he long sought.
A Memorial service is scheduled for March 11, 2016 at 2 p.m. at the Cress Center, 6021 University Ave., Madison. Family will greet friends from 1 pm until the time of service. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to the "Zack Parkin Memorial Fund", to be administered by National Alliance on Mental Illness Dane County to benefit adolescents affected by depression.
You may send your donation to, Cress Center c/o Zack Parkin Family, 6021 University Ave. Madison, WI 53705, or bring it to Zack's service on the 11th.
NAMI
Guests are encouraged to create a "Friends of Zack" collage on a blank poster board before and after the service by posting personal pictures (write names on back with setting, group or context).
Please share your memories of Zack.
Cress Center
6021 University Ave. Madison
(608) 238-8406
Tributes
"Zack was a dear friend, teammate and study partner to our daughter Bailey. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have made a donation in Zack's name to the UWGB Swimming and Diving team. "
"My prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss. "
"We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. "
"Memorial video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9h6ChI1JCmI&feature=youtu.be"
"Kirk, Ping and Archer, our family is so very sorry for the loss of your son Zach. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. Becky, Jon, Ryan and Colin"
"Ping, Kirk and Archer, our family mourns your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts as you go through this trying time. Kay, Mike, Anna and Megan Bauerle"
"Dear Ping and Family, I am deeply saddened for your loss. I always enjoyed seeing Zack interact with my son at Cheli's drawing class in 2005. Zack was a lively and a wonderful boy and popular with everyone in the class. I will fondly remember him; my prayers are with you. Yana Lu"
"Ping, Kirk and Archer, We are so sorry for your loss. We loved having Zach as our neighbor and watching him develop into a kind, talented, intelligent young man. Our thoughts have been with you a lot over the last few days and wishing there was something we could do to help ease your pain. Please know that you are in our prayers and that if there is anything we can do please let us know, The Lamers family"
"Ping, Kirk and Archer, We are thinking of you and Zach every day. We pray that Zach is in a peaceful place and we will all remember the many memories we have of him as a wonderful young man and a fantastic swimmer "
"We are deeply saddened for your loss. It was an honor and pleasure to get to know Zack as part of the Edgewood family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Patrick, Colleen, & Tim O'Meara"
"Dear Ping, Kirk, and Archer - We are so saddened by your loss. It was our great pleasure to know Zack as part of the Edgewood swim and dive family during the 2013-2014 season. He was a joy to watch in the pool. Even more impressive was the grace, maturity, and determination he demonstrated throughout the season that culminated in the team's 2014 State Championship. Zack will always be part of the memories we hold of that special time. You are all in our thoughts at this difficult time. -- Jack, Jon, and Beth McLauglin"
"Ping, Kirk, and Archer...words cannot describe the deep sorrow we are feeling for you. God Bless. Mike, Jenny, Katy, and Jack Briggs"
"Dear ShuPing, Kirk, Our hearts break for your family as you struggle with your loss.We send our deepest condolences to your family during this very difficult time. May all those precious memories help all of you. - Liping and Grace Zhang"
"Deepest condolences to your family. May you find some comfort in memories of your wonderful son. Carrie and Andy Roquet"
"My family sends our deepest condolences to your family during this very difficult time. Although my son only swam one years with Zach at UWGB, I was amazed by his speed and endurance in the pool. I wish for peace for you during this time."
"Dear Ping, Kurt and Archer, our family are deeply saddened by your loss, and words fall short of expressing our sorrow. We were fortunate to witness Zack's growing from a cute playmate in the sandbox to a hansom brave young man in the swimming pool. He will always be in our hearts."
"Ping, Kurt,and Archer-- Our hearts break for your family as you struggle with your loss. We are all blessed to have known Zack and deeply saddened by his passing. The four of you will be in our constant prayers."
"We send our deepest condolences. I am honored to have been able to swim with Zack the past few years. May you rest in peace, Zack. "
"My prayers go out to your family. We know all to well that depression can take a life in a heartbeat. We will continue to pray for your family and Zach's friends and I pray that Zach was granted the peace he was seeking."
"We are very sorry for your loss in this unimaginable difficult time. Wishing peace for your family."
"It is said that the souls of our departed become stars as they reach heaven. Every time you miss him, look up the sky, find the brightest star and talk to him and feel him beside you. The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen, nor touched, but are felt in the heart. "
"Dear Ping, Kirk and Archer, As part of the Edgewood swimming family, we were completely devastated to learn that Zack had passed away. We were so blessed to have him swim with our boys. His amazing talent and dedication to the team was instrumental in the 2014 State D2 Championship for Edgewood. We will never forget his gentle nature and kindness to everyone. Know that we are thinking of you and will never forget Zack. Teri Meyer, Luis Pinero and Emilio Pinero"
"I have so many wonderful memories of my brother and I spending time with Zack and Archer. Every moment we spent together was precious, and I loved him as if he were my brother. I am terribly saddened by his loss, and I offer my deepest condolences to his family and friends. Rest in peace, Zack. I will always remember you fondly.
- Love, Samuel"
"We are all thinking of you and your family. I remember playing together with him and his brother as kids, many great fund times. God bless him and his family. May he rest in peace."
"Ping, Kirk and Archer, we are so sorry to hear about your precious Zack. May all those special memories help all of you. Love, Mary and Gary York"
"Dear Ping and Family,
Words cannot express how saddened we are to hear of your loss. Please accept our heartfelt condolences, and we hope your hearts are filled with wonderful memories of times together with Zack. May God bless Zack and all of you at this time of sorrow.
Hong Gao and Qi Zhang"
"Thinking of your family at this very difficult time. We cannot imagine your pain. Praying for your healing and peace."
"We are so sad for your family and are praying for your peace at this difficult time. We cannot imagine your pain. Know that others are here to support you."
"Dear Ping, Kirk and Archer, We watched Zack grow from a young boy to a standout at UWGB. He was a kind and gentle soul who we all admired. He was an exceptional student and very gifted athlete with a very bright future. He was always so humble of all his many accomplishments and was respected by anyone who met him. There was a moment of silence this past week at the Division I swim conference in Oakland to remember him. He was loved and respected by everyone. You are in our thoughts and prayers as you navigate through this devastating loss. Our hearts break for you. Michelle, Keith and Tess Frey"
"Your family will be in my daily prayers. Your son was a beautiful young man who was greatly admired by our family. May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time and beyond."
"We are so sorry for your loss. May you find peace and strength in this difficult time."
"Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss. "
"My deepest condolences for your loss- our hearts go out to your family in this time of sorrow."
"My heart breaks for you, Ping and Kirk. Wishing you peace and strength. "
"We are very saddened to hear of your loss. I remember Zack from local swim meets and cannot grasp the sad news. We are thinking of your family is this very difficult time."
"My husband Bill and I coached Zack on the Waunakee Rural Aquatic Team, and we are both so saddened to hear of his passing. He was wonderful, easy to coach and easy to get along with...along with being one of the fastest swimmers we ever coached. May you find peace and comfort in this difficult time."
"Words can not express the sadness I feel. My deepest sympathies to all of Zack's family members and close friends. I will remember Zack as that fun loving boy and later young man who not only swam with my son, but engaged in a meaningful friendship with him. May God Bless. "