Zac Brunkala Death & Obituary: In Loving Memory of Zac Brunkala: A Tragic Loss to the Racing Community
Zac Brunkala of Willoughby, Ohio, who resided in Eastlake and owned R n Z Motorsports & Auto Recycling, has sadly passed away. Reports indicate that he died in a car accident on October 17 along Ohio Route 2. Prior to the tragic incident, Zac’s father had reached out to the community online, asking for prayers for his son, who had been rushed to the hospital. His untimely death has left a deep void in the hearts of his loved ones and the car racing community, especially affecting his fiancée, Hollie Myers, and his mother. A graduate of Mentor High School, Zac was known for his dedication and outstanding performance as a student. He will be profoundly missed by all who knew and loved him.
At this time, Zac’s family has yet to announce funeral arrangements and an obituary. Please keep his father, Richard Brunkala, his fiancée, Hollie Myers, and the entire Brunkala family and racing community in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate this painful loss.
Tributes from Friends and Family:
“…you took care of Hollie Myers’ kids as if they were your own, and they loved you dearly. I will never forget you. You will always be my brother-in-law. It breaks my heart when my daughter asks when Uncle Zac is coming home, and I just don’t know what to tell her because it hurts so much. I’m going to miss you, but it’s not goodbye forever; it’s a see you later down the road. Please watch over us. R.I.P. bro, go win some races up there.”
— MattandSammy Clemens
“Yesterday, Zac Brunkala tragically passed away. He would have Hollie Myers bring him to my place to pick up his race parts. Over time, he went from being a customer to a friend. He even helped me out this past Mother’s Day by towing my car to a repair shop, ensuring I could attend the day myself. I will never forget our friendship. R.I.P., my friend. My condolences and prayers go out to Hollie and the kids.”
— Dan Chervenak
“…Sending my condolences and prayers to Richard Brunkala and the entire Brunkala family on the passing of Zac. In today’s world, it’s rare to find a dad who truly adores his children and family, making them a priority and putting them before himself. Zac checked every box and then some. In the four years I’ve known him, he grew immensely in every way possible—more than anyone I’ve ever seen. Life is unfair, and we’re going to miss you like crazy down here, but give them hell up there, 47x…”
— Sabastian Del Corral
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