Zachariah Robert Cosgrove

Zachariah Robert Cosgrove tragically left his earthly life on June 7th, 2025, at the young age of 41 due to a car accident. He was born in Asheville on May 29, 1984, to parents, Ruth and Dick Cosgrove. Growing up he enjoyed all things sports related and loved playing basketball with friends and being coached by his dad in soccer for many years. He was heavily involved in his church youth group at Beaverdam Baptist which helped set the foundation for his relationship with Jesus. He attended Asheville City Schools, graduating from Asheville High in 2002. He continued his education at Chowan University and graduated in 2006 with his Bachelors in Graphic Communications. After finishing college, he moved back home to be closer to his family, and started his career at Hendersonville Printing Company, which later became Allegra Asheville. He worked for this company for 12 years excelling in all that he did. At his passing he held the title of Operations Manager. While working at Allegra he met his wife Kristen who he loved dearly and they married in 2019. Zach was known by many titles: son, brother, husband, friend to many, but the title he cherished the most was being “Daddy” to his daughter Gracelynn. He was her shining light and best friend. We promise as a family and community that Gracelynn will know everything about her father and that his legacy will live on in each of us. He was known for his heart of gold, love for others as well as the TarHeels, and his faith in Jesus. His true passions were his family and friends, outreach in whatever form that meant, whether it was through his youth at church or volunteering in the community. He truly lived his life to the fullest and while he was oblivious to a lot of what was going on in the real world, it worked for him and he was happy. How do you describe Zach without smiling and hearing his contagious laugh? Zach was the epitome of a true friend, always looking out for everyone, often at his own expense. He showed up, he encouraged, dished out jokes, he was consistent, and committed. He was loved by so many, and impacted numerous lives in his short time here. He is survived by his loving wife, Kristen and his 2.5 year old daughter Gracelynn who was his pride and joy. In addition, he leaves behind his father and mother, Ruth and Dick Cosgrove; sister, Ali Cosgrove (Nick and 2 nephews); his best friend and brother Hunter Cosgrove; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends he considered family. Rather than mourn his passing, we choose to honor his life and legacy. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at GracePoint Church, 50 Woodlands Hills Road, Asheville, NC 28804. Please feel free to wear Carolina blue to honor Zach. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to a UTMA account (Uniform Transfers to Minors Act) established in Gracelynn’s name for her future education and wellbeing. To donate, please visit the GoFundMe page at . For the livestream of Zach's celebration service, please click this link https://gracepointchurch-nc.subspla.sh/rs86f8v The Cosgrove family would like to express their heartfelt thanks for the outpouring of love, support, and prayers during this time. The community has lifted them up in more ways than they can say.

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Zachariah Robert Cosgrove

May 29, 1984 - June 7, 2025