Zachery J. Markle of McPherson, Kansas born February 1, 1984 in Lyons, Kansas passed away July 23rd, 2024 in Portland, Oregon.
Although his time here on earth was short, he lived a life that was that of his own. He marched to the beat of his own drum since he could walk. He could pack up and move on a moment's notice. He was such a free spirit--often times giving authority figures in his life a run for their money. His dad and mom knew that they had a wild one from an early age.
He enjoyed nature, often times he would be out at a random pond finding the beauty others didn’t. He was an avid sports card collector, a music lover and a wealth of knowledge in any sport. Also, have to add, he was a lifelong Dallas Cowboys fan, always hoping for a winning season and always disappointed in his Cowboys.
He could make the room laugh just with his laugh. Friends will remember his huge heart and willingness to help others.
His daughter was his pride and joy. He had such big dreams and hopes for her. Always bragging about how smart she is to all his coworkers, family and friends.
To write about his life and not include his addiction would not be accurate. He struggled his entire life with that demon and that demon is what cut his time short. Smart, loving and funny but he could never find a way out of his own head. He tried. He didn’t want to be an addict. He didn’t want to die. Often telling people “it’s okay I’ll be fine”. In the days before July 23rd he wasn’t fine though. He went to rehab and tried to find sobriety. During those two years after rehab, he still would relapse. Often apologizing to his sister with each time, as he never wanted to disappoint her. He never disappointed his sister until he overdosed, alone leaving her alone with no siblings on this side of the universe.
He is survived by his daughter, Kaitlin Markle Canton, KS. Parents William Markle Osborne, KS and Elizabeth Markle Burrton, KS. Older sister Rebecca (Jeremy) Logue Moundridge, KS. Niece Myiah and nephew Maverick Logue and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and good friends.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Details pending.