SPENCER/LEICESTER: Zachary M. Hare, 18, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 22 in Boston Children's Hospital after a courageous battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML).
He leaves his parents Michael S. Hare of Leicester, Amy K. (Lederer) Hare and his brother Nathan P. Hare of Spencer, his paternal grandparents Stephen C. and Dianne E. Hare of Leicester, maternal grandmother Diane J. Riopel of Worcester. He is predeceased by his maternal grandfather Warren J. Lederer in 2010 and his step grandfather Donald J. Riopel in 2017. Zachary leaves behind Michael and Sherri (Hare) Ferguson, Jaret and Tracey (Hare) Christopher, Kelley Lederer and Paul Skarmeas, Brian and Kim Lederer, and Mark Lederer. His cousins who he adored and will miss him terribly, Connor and Mikayla Ferguson, Katherine, Jack and Alexander Christopher and Nicholas and Drew Lederer.
Zack was a senior at St. Paul's Catholic High School in Worcester. He was an avid athlete who excelled both on and off the baseball field. He loved traveling with his NEB and St. Peter-Marian baseball teams. His enthusiasm and dedication was an inspiration for his teammates and all who were fortunate enough to have met him. Off the field, Zack could be found on the slopes in Vermont or the beaches in Maine. As humble as he was, he would light up a room every time he walked in. He loved to make everyone laugh. His brother, Nate will especially miss his witty remarks and comments. He truly cherished spending time with his family and friends.
Zack's funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, Dec. 28 in St. Paul's Cathedral, 38 High St., Worcester. A time of visitation will be held prior to the Mass from 8:30 to 11 a.m. in the Cathedral for all to attend. Burial will be private due to current Covid-19 guidelines. Masks and social distancing at the church must be observed. The MORIN FUNERAL HOME, 1131 Main St., Leicester is honored in assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to thank everyone who helped emotionally and financially over the years. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to OneMission.org.
A live steam of the funeral Mass can be seen on St. Paul's Cathedral website.
https://livestream.com/dioceseofworcester/events/9461167