• A young footy-playing father of four has tragically passed away 
  • Zach Horner’s friends and relatives have hailed him as a ‘fiercly loyal’ individual
  • His family are raising furnds to support his family. Donate to his GoFundMe page HERE 

By ED CARRUTHERS FOR DAILY MAIL AUSTRALIA

The football community is mourning the tragic passing of Pennant Hills-Cherrybrook Stags player Zach Horner.

The father-of-four has been remembered by friends, family and team-mates as a ‘fiercely loyal’ individual.

Mr Horner had also worked as a coach for his two son’s U6 team and was described as an ‘energetic’ and ‘kind’ individual.

A friend of his family, Michelle Loader has now created a GoFundMe page to raise funds for Mr Horner’s family.

On the page, Ms Loader wrote: ‘It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Zach Horner, a beloved member of our community, a dedicated father of four, and a passionate rugby league player at the Stags.

‘Zach was not only a passionate player, and fiercely loyal teammate but also an enthusiastic coach, excited to be guiding two of his sons in the U6’s team.’

The football community is mourning the tragic passing of Pennant Hills-Cherrybrook Stags player Zach Horner

The football community is mourning the tragic passing of Pennant Hills-Cherrybrook Stags player Zach Horner

The GoFundMe Page also featured a picture of Mr Horner posing with several of his Pennant Hills-Cherrybrook team-mates.

The fundraising page has, at the time of writing, raised $6,520.

‘His energy, kindness, and love for his family and rugby will leave a lasting impact on all who knew him,’ Ms Loader added.

‘Zach’s unexpected passing has left his family in a time of grief and financial hardship,’ the page adds, stating that the funds raised will go towards providing his partner and children with support and help cover funeral costs.

‘Every donation, big or small, will make a difference,’ Ms Loader adds.

‘Your generosity will help relieve some of the financial burdens and allow Zach’s family to focus on healing and honouring his memory.

‘Zach’s spirit and love for rugby league and his club will always live on, and we are grateful for any support you can offer.’

Help support Zach Horner’s family by donating to his GoFundMe pagehttps://www.gofundme.com/f/help-support-zach-horners-family.  

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Young footy-playing father is mourned after his ‘unexpected’ death leaves close-knit team in shock

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