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Zackary Blair, 29 of Kalkaska, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2024, of an overdose after a long battle with addiction. Zack was born in Detroit, Michigan, and grew up in Kalkaska, Michigan. Zack was preceded in death by his grandfather David Allen “Pippy” Blair I. Zack is survived by his grandmother, Debbie Blair, his parents, Carrie (Timothy) Weighman; a brother, Maximus Weighman, and a sister, Charlie Weighman; uncle, David Blair II. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and many friends. Zack was kindhearted and not afraid of anything. He was confident, funny and kind. He had an infectious love for every soul who was ever blessed to experience his presence. His unforgettable laughter will eternally remind us of all the best times, and especially in the most trying times. He loved to live loudly, and proud. From snowboarding to dirt biking, or anything loud and fast. Zack was a true lover of the outdoors. An angler at heart, who loved to let you know about the two men who taught him how to fish. He accomplished his dream to travel the country coast to coast. Zack was always trying to find the positive in situations. In turn, doing his best to block out the negatives, which is where his addiction came into play. Drugs offered Zack an escape from his demons he faced throughout his life. On Tuesday, April 9, 2024, he overdosed on heroin. His family would like to speak the truth about his death. Silence would mean Zack’s death was in vain, but if one person’s life is saved by this story, we would tell it a million more times. We know the pain of his suffering. We know the pain of our own suffering as his family, and we know there are hundreds of other people here in our community suffering as addicts, or as loved ones to them. Speaking the truths (no matter the circumstances) surrounding the epidemic of drug use may be the difference between life and death for someone. In honor of Zack's life, we ask that truth be spread regarding this epidemic and awareness be raised. Zack's life will be celebrated at 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the Ceta Hall 6615 County Rd 612 NE, Kalkaska, Mi 49646. There is a go fund me set up for Zack's family, to alleviate any costs from the funeral, and other expenses that occur during these difficult times. (www.gofundme.com) Arrangements provided by Wolfe-O’Neill Funeral Home, our family serving yours.

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Zackary Michael Blair

December 5, 1994 - April 9, 2024