October 17, 1993 – February 2, 2020
Software engineer had bright future
Zachery T. Eldemire, age 26, a graduate of University School Class of 2012 and Miami University Class of 2016, died suddenly at his home on February 2, 2020, in Florissant, MO, where he was employed as a software engineer for Boeing. The cause is unknown at this time but is believed to be related to complications arising after he had oral surgery.
Zachery was born October 17, 1993 and grew up in Shaker Heights. Consistent with the high value his family placed on education, Zachery was a University School lifer, attending US from kindergarten through his high school graduation in 2012. He played varsity soccer, lettering as a junior and senior. Standing a good 6’3”, his long legs enabled him to stride speedily across the field to thwart attacks on his team’s goal.
Notwithstanding his good looks and athletic prowess, Zachery was happiest nurturing his passion and exceptional talent for computer programming. He had a penchant for showing up unannounced to help a friend, sometimes departing so swiftly the “thank you” would still be wafting in the air.
Once, when his sister called home from Chicago to say she had to move unexpectedly, Zachery, without alerting a soul, jumped in his car and drove 300+ miles, sleeping in the car outside her place until she arose the next morning. He proceeded to help her pack, move, and get settled, before returning home the same day.
Zach’s love of video games fueled his early interest in computers and technology. It wasn’t long before his computer skills and technical expertise was recognized. Armed with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from Miami University in Oxford, OH in 2016, he headed off to St. Louis where he was rising rapidly as a software engineer. He was planning on returning to school this fall to obtain a master’s in computer science.
Zach’s best friend, Kendall Pleasant, describes him as a quiet sort, somewhat shy until he got comfortable in his surroundings. An independent spirit, Zach enjoyed an occasional night out with friends over a good steak and a beer.
The family will receive friends Saturday, February 22 at 11 am at Horizon Health Services, 13001 Cedar Rd. [44118], followed by a Celebration of Life service at noon. Arrangements by E. F. Boyd & Son Funeral Home and Crematory, 25900 Emery Rd.[44128].
Zachery loved his pit, Bexley. In lieu of flowers, donations in honor of Zachery can be made to the Stand Up for Pits Foundation.
Members of the Eldemires' Hathaway Brown and University School families have set up a page to assist Zachery's family with the immediate expenses related to his unexpected passing. Any amount is appreciated. Visitors to the page are invited to contribute any amount, share the link, and/or leave a memory or message of love and support for the Eldemire family.
Survivors include his parents, Marlene and Gauntlett S. Eldemire, Jr., two siblings, Antoinette and Gauntlett III, and a host of extended family members and friends.
