Sgt Kevin Ross "Zak" Zawislake, CD (Ret'd)

We regret to advise of the death of Sergeant Kevin Ross "Zak" Zawislake, CD (Ret'd), unexpectedly on 16 August 2023 after a brief illness. 

Kevin was born in Melville SK, but grew up in Canora SK where he spent his youth playing hockey, helping on his uncle's farms, fishing and trapping. He enrolled in the Canadian Forces at the age of 18 and spent his first few years with the Canadian Military Engineers as a Combat Engineer. Kevin then remustered to the Search and Rescue Technician occupation and joined the Royal Canadian Air Force and the ParaRescue Family. Throughout his 21-year career in the Canadian Forces, Kevin assisted in rescuing and saving many lives. 

After retirement from the Canadian Forces, Kevin started his own business, Van Isle Fishing & Marine Adventures. His company offered year-round Salmon fishing from Comox to Parksville on Vancouver Island, Marine Tours and Intertidal Walks, as well as prawn and crab fishing.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Glacier Greens Golf Club on 16 September. Drop in anytime between 1- 4:00 PM with sharing of memories at 2:00 PM. Online condolences can be sent to the funeral home.