Brian Zemba

Zemba, Brian, age 43, resident of Huntington Woods, passed away June 21, 2017. Brian was born on June 13, 1974 in Royal Oak to Richard and Jane Zemba. He grew up in Dearborn and gravitated to the many forms of creative expression from an early age. He graduated from Divine Child High School in 1992, studied at the College for Creative Studies, the University of Michigan, and later received his bachelors in fine arts from Wayne State University. Brian met his wife-to-be, Anne, during his long-time career with Trader Joe’s and she instantly became the center of his universe. Together, Brian and Anne shared over 14 years of unparalleled friendship and companionship. Brian was most content simply being with Anne, their beloved rescue dogs, Hotah and Tyson, basking in the camaraderie that stemmed from evening bonfires in their backyard. Brian had a deep passion and talent for music and art, as well as his own unique brand of humor. He was host to countless bonfire gatherings at his home and a fervent practitioner at Citizen Yoga of Royal Oak. One of Brian’s most defining talents was his remarkable ability to make everyone he interacted with feel like the most precious and unique person in his world- some might even dub it the “Brian Zemba” effect. Amid the heartache of such a sudden loss, Brian’s family wanted to share that his final act of kindness and selflessness was to be a tissue donor and ultimately help others gain a second chance for sight. Brian was the beloved husband of Anne; loving son of Richard and Jane Zemba; dear brother of Matt (Emma) Zemba and Katie (Dan) Saunders; and adoring uncle to Louis Zemba. Brian’s presence will also be greatly missed by his canine companions, Hotah and Tyson. Memorial gathering Wednesday, June 28, from 1:30-7:00 pm with a formal time for sharing stories and celebrating Brian's life between 5:00-7:00 pm at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Road (4 blocks E of Woodward), Royal Oak. There will be a gathering following the services from 7:00-10:00 pm at Urbanrest, 2615 Wolcott St., Ferndale, MI 48220. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Brian’s name may be directed to Divine Child High School, 1001 N Silvery Lane, Dearborn, MI 48128 to establish a scholarship fund for students in creative studies. Share a memory on the Tribute Wall tab at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com

Brian Zemba

June 13, 1974 - June 21, 2017