Michael T. Zak Obituary
We announce the death of Michael T. Zak of Buffalo, New York, who passed away on June 11, 2026, at the age of 35. Michael will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Michael T. Zak to pay them a last tribute.
Michael will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Michael will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Michael’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He is survived by: his wife Shannon; his children, Mikey, Blair and Scottie; his parents, Mike Zak and Wendy Zak; and his brothers, Jeff and Tadd Zak.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Mike Drop (https://give.mskcc.org), part of Fred's Team honoring Mike's commitment to advancing cancer research and supporting families facing cancer.
