Photo of custom Donate Life memorial cards by Courtney Lee Designs (2026), created in memory of her big brother Zachary. Full caption(s) below:
The card reads:
“Zachary Elliot Remmel
~ Doodles ~
4.17.1994 - 9.7.2024
Rochester, New York
Zachary was a beloved son, grandson, and big brother. He was everyone's best friend. Nonverbal, and born with Down's Syndrome and diagnosed with Autism at a young age, he lit up every room with his joy from the moment he was born. He loved food and restaurants, movies, bowling, playgrounds, music and dancing, and throwing rocks in water to watch them splash.
Zachary, thanks to the services of Finger Lakes Donor Recovery Network and Donate Life NYS, continues to live on with the donation of his liver, kidneys, heart valves, connective tissue, and nerves. He is a true hero to all of the people he's impacted, and especially to his family.”
“My big brother, Zachary, became an organ donor when he passed away. He was able to donate his liver, kidneys, heart valves, connective tissue, nerves, and skin. There is some peace in knowing that his legacy continues with his organ recipients…but everyday is a struggle to navigate this world without my main dude and lifelong best friend. I love and miss him so much. I am here to continue sharing his story however I can. Let’s keep raising awareness for the importance and selflessness and courage of becoming an organ donor. 🦋💚💙 Register today at passlifeon.org “
Please consider donating to the fundraiser set up in my brother’s memory, in support of Strong Memorial Hospital’s (Rochester, NY) organ transplant services:
https://runsignup.com/walkfordoodles2026
Rochester 5K River Walk Event Link (Facebook) on Sunday, April 19th, 2026
https://facebook.com/events/s/25th-annual-rochester-river-ru/1203281401630624/
April is National Donate Life Month. 💚💙 Please read the full caption to learn more about my brother’s legacy, & more. #CourtneyLeeDesigns #ROC #rochesterny
“Walk For Doodles” Fundraiser:
runsignup.com/walkfordoodl...
Rochester 5K River Walk Event Link (Facebook):
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