Buckley Richard Zarda, was born on Tuesday, October 12, 2021, and on Friday, February 11, 2022, was called to heaven due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Buckley is the son of Richard and Sally (Kilpela) Zarda of Birnamwood.
Buckley was a content and happy baby boy, so full of love and joy. He brought light and left a twinkle in many eyes. He had an infectious smile that radiated love. To know him was to love him.
He will be forever missed by his parents; maternal grandparents, Dorothy Kilpela of Ishpeming, MI and Timothy Kilpela of Hancock, MI; paternal grandparents, Carmin (Ron) Grall of Birnamwood and Thomas Zarda of Mattoon; many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at 1 p.m. at the Church of the Nazarene in Mattoon with Reverend Bob Hess officiating. Burial will take place in Mattoon Hutchins Woodlawn Cemetery.
Visitation will be Wednesday from 11 a.m. until the time of service at the church.
Bradley Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences at www.bradleyfh.com
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Memorial Tree was purchased for the family of Buckley Richard Zarda by Denny and Shelley.
Sally - Sorry for your loss!! May you treasure all the memories you had with him!! Marie Ruonavaara
Sending loves and prayers to Sally and Ritchie and families during this time of loss💙. May Buckley rest in the peace of Gods arms🙏 Denny and Shelley
I am a friend of Joseph Meyer, I heard about your loss and want to send my sympathies. I can't imagine how painful it is to lose such a small child, I hope you can recover.
LeAnn Mickelson.
Dear Sally & Richard & families, I was so deeply saddened to learn of the loss of your beautiful baby boy. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. May your sweet baby boy be ever in the realm of Heaven.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Feathery Palm Plant was purchased for the family of Buckley Richard Zarda by Josh Spiegl.
I am so sorry for your loss! May you find comfort in all the memories for the short time you him!!
Deepest Sympathy to the Family of this precious baby boy - Buckley. Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for you. Thoughts and Prayers to you all.
Sorry for your loss.
Louie & Kaye Garnell
Richie, there are no words. I know in my head that I am incapable of understanding the grand plan, but my heart is bleeding confusion and pain today. My core truths must sustain me today as I pray for knowledge of His will for me and the power to carry that out. May your faith sustain you and your blessings heal you. Trust and take care, Patrick
Sally and Richie, We are saddened to hear about your precious Buckley. We are unable to give our condolences in person, but you will be in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathies, Tom and Amy Saari and family
Our sympathies.
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So very very sorry for your loss - what a handsome little angel Buckley is-God Bless all of you & know that many people care & are keeping you close in thoughts & prayers 💗🙏
My heart aches for the loss of Buckley. I am thinking of you guys often and praying for comfort to help ease your unimaginable grief.
Florist Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of Buckley Richard Zarda by Megan Vlietstra. 
A tree was also planted in memory of Buckley Richard Zarda
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
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Hope And Healing was purchased for the family of Buckley Richard Zarda by The Brantleys. A tree was also planted in memory of Buckley Richard Zarda
Richie I cannot believe this. I am so sad to hear this news. I know that God is with you and will always be. I will be praying for you and your wife.
With love,
From Casey and Jen Schifelbine
I am truly sorry for your loss My Deepest Sympathy for the family.
Oh, Sally, our hearts are aching for you. Deepest condolences to both you & your husband. -Roger and Susie Pennala
May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. We are thinking of you and your family during this time. From Lori Willacker & ASEAThinking of You was purchased for the family of Buckley Richard Zarda by Lori Willacker.
All our love and sympathy
Blue Skies was purchased for the family of Buckley Richard Zarda by Jamie Bushman and family. A tree was also planted in memory of Buckley Richard Zarda
I know only Richie the father through my acquaintance at the Christian Thrift Store. His great testimony of the Lords work in his life was so evident.we are with you in prayer Richie. You and your lovely wife. Rebecca Blasco
I am so very sorry for your loss. I am praying for all of you.
Sally and Richard, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear sweet baby! You have our deepest condolences!
Love and God’s Peace,
Karen and Dave Keranen
Oh Sally I'm so incredibly sorry for your loss, there's just no words. Sending you hugs and prayers.
Prayers to you all. We are so sorry for your loss.
Simple Sorrows was purchased for the family of Buckley Richard Zarda by Tracy Edblom, Doug Kloes Bryanna and Kendal.
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