Remembering the Bright Light of Zachary Thomas Simpson

The Dale City community is grieving the loss of a truly remarkable soul, Zachary Thomas Simpson, who passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025. Known for their vibrant spirit, warmth, and kindness, Zachary touched countless lives with a presence that brought comfort, laughter, and love. Friends and family describe them as someone who never failed to leave a positive mark on every heart they encountered.

Zachary’s passing leaves behind an unfillable void, yet their legacy of love and compassion will continue to shine as a guiding light. The news has brought immense sorrow, but it has also brought people together, sharing stories, tears, and prayers in remembrance of a life so beautifully lived.

A Life of Love, Warmth, and Endless Giving

To know Zachary was to know generosity in its purest form. They were the kind of person who always put others before themselves—listening when someone needed to be heard, lifting spirits when times were hard, and celebrating life’s joys with uncontainable enthusiasm. Zachary’s infectious smile and kind words could brighten even the darkest days, leaving behind memories that loved ones will forever hold close.

As the community reflects on Zachary’s journey, the stories being shared highlight not just the milestones of their life, but the everyday moments where they made others feel valued and cared for. Those closest to them remember Zachary as a pillar of strength, an unshakable source of comfort, and a reminder of how beautiful life can be when lived with kindness.

Honoring a Legacy and Coming Together in Farewell

The memorial service for Zachary Thomas Simpson will be held on September 30, 2025, at Mountcastle Turch Funeral Home and Crematory in Dale City. Friends, family, and community members are encouraged to gather in unity—offering prayers, sharing memories, and finding strength in one another as they celebrate a life so full of meaning.

Though Zachary’s physical presence is no longer with us, their spirit will live on in the laughter shared, the lives touched, and the love spread endlessly. The family deeply appreciates the outpouring of support and invites all who knew Zachary to join them in honoring not just the end of a journey, but the beginning of an everlasting legacy.

May Zachary’s memory be a blessing, a comfort, and a constant reminder of the beauty of compassion, kindness, and love. 🌹