Jack L. Zahler

I was very sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Although I hadn't seen Jack in some years, I remember playing fastpitch softball both with and against him in the early '70s. Over the years, when we'd occasionally, bump into each other, we'd always have a story or anecdote to share of our friendship back in the "old days".. Jack always brought a smile to my face and I'm sure he'll be sorely missed. My heartfelt condolences to his friends and family. Sincerely; Jerry Metzger--originally from Blanchardville (a friend from the past)

I had the privilege to play softball with the "Legend" for many years with the Darrow Raiders. I have seen 4 triple plays in my life and Jack was involved with 3 of them, which only added to his legend status. He was a good teammate and always fun to be around. We've lost a good one. Rest well my friend.

I played ball against Jack in Mt. Vernon for many years. Our team was a young team, and I will never forget when I was around 20, (I'm 34 now) we were playing in the Mt. Vernon Tourny in the semi final game. A manager from the other team came up to me and asked if "this old guy" could play for them. I told him that was fine. We were tied in the bottom of the 7th, with bases loaded and "the old guy" came up to bat. He hit a ball to the fence and drove in the winning run. My team was none to pleased with me. My dad, who played fastpitch for years around the area asked what I was thinking letting them pick up Jack. My response, "Oh, so that's Jack Zahler...." My condolences and he will always be a legend. - Max Erickson (5th Quarter Fastpitch)

An Ode to my old fiend the "The Jack", I knew that the health issues you faced for far too long were a major burden, but I hoped upon hope that you could beat it. I comes as a complete surprise that it you didn't win this one, as has been your legacy. I will sincerely miss our turkey hunting episodes (we were a bit addicted), the hunting tales we shared, and our conversations during the turkey season about the big gobblers showing up in your back yard or at the back of the property, the talks about spotting deer and bow hunting deer, and morel hunting opportunities. I'll miss your laughs and time spent at the Marcine's location (and the previous name). Although I was successful in getting you out a few time over the past few years,I realized it was becoming more difficult for you - I'd hoped that it was only temporary. . I truly do and will miss you, old buddy. I sincerely hope that your journey and arrival at the "happy hunting ground" will be loaded with many more opportunities for even more massive gobblers and tremendous deer racks . I am and will always miss you, old buddy..Someday I hope to join you. Your old friend, Ed (Atwood)

Jack, Sorry you're gone ahead now. Thanks for the tour of your amazing trophy room; I wish I had pictures. Thanks for the training at Cleary's. Rest in peace brother; the rest of us are right behind. Dan McMeen