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Ezekiel Frederic “Zeke” Kisling

December 9, 1964 - May 21, 2018
Visitation
Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, "A Life Celebration Home"
38 State Highway 31
Flemington, NJ 08822
908-782-3311 | Map
Saturday 6/2, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Service
Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, "A Life Celebration Home"
38 State Highway 31
Flemington, NJ 08822
908-782-3311 | Map
Saturday 6/2, 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm

A celebration of life service will begin promptly at 3:00 p.m.

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Ezekiel Frederic “Zeke” Kisling, age 53 years, died suddenly at home on Monday, May 21, 2018. Born in Hollywood, CA, December 9, 1964, son of Ellen Grossman and the late Keith Kisling, Zeke was raised in the East Village section of New York City, NY. He later lived in Sunnyside, Queens, NY, Princeton, NJ andContinue Reading

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Jessabelle Jackson left a message on October 2, 2019:
To Zeke's family. Zeke was a good friend to me in my teenage years. He and his sister Sasha used to come up to the country every weekend and they were always at our house or we(my sister and I ) were at theirs. Many many good times and adventures were had and his friendship was treasured. I lost touch with him in my early twenties but I thought of him sometimes and wondered how he was. I am saddened to know that he passed so suddenly and so young. Many times I thought of reaching out to him to reconnect and I regret not doing so. Especially now. He really was a special person and his friendship back in my youth meant everything to me. I am so sorry for your loss!
Elaine left a message on June 11, 2018:
In memory of Ezekiel Frederic "Zeke" Kisling, Elaine lit a candle
Elaine left a message on June 11, 2018:
Dear Ellen, May Zeke’s memory be a blessing in your life.My Condolences to you and your family. Elaine Forrest
melena kisling left a message on June 9, 2018:
i wish we had more time to get to know each other. rest in peace. i will miss you forever
Yvette Cohen left a message on June 4, 2018:
Dear Ellen, I am so sorry to hear this very sad news. My condolences to you and your family. Sending you a hug and warm thoughts. Yvette
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Anne Finkelstein left a message on June 4, 2018:
Ellen I am so saddened and shocked to hear this. Please feel my love and concern for you and your family. xxx Anne
Aguy Eugene left a message on June 3, 2018:
I send my condolences to the family. May God give strength and courage to the whole family.
Robert Alexander left a message on June 2, 2018:
To Luke, Heather, and the Kisling family I wish to extend my deepest sympathies for your sudden loss. Mr. A
Jessamyn Lowy left a message on June 1, 2018:
Zeke was a very dear friend of mine from when we were in elementary school until we were teens. We drifted apart for a while, but I always thought of him fondly as well as his mom Ellen and his sister Sasha. I remember Zeke this way: funny, energetic, creative, kind, sensitive, and generous. One of the things I remember Zeke saying to me when we were kids was "my treat!" That would quickly follow anytime he asked if I'd like a candy, a soda, or a toy, etc. Zeke had a way of making fun things out of nothing, like teaching me how to make a space ship or a racing car out of an empty box of candy. Zeke was very blunt with me about questions regarding my sexual orientation when we were pre-teens. He realized I was Gay before I could accept it myself, and yet he questioned me with no judgement at all. I will always be grateful to him for that. Zeke encouraged me and others to think way beyond the box of an average human. I will always appreciate and be amazed by that. Zeke, I pray that you have found much peace wherever you are. I will always miss you and I will always wish we had stayed in touch. I hope you have found the friends that perished in the World Trade Center on the other side as well as many others who loved and cherished you here. With Much Love, Jessamyn
Selena, Fernando and Diego Persico left a message on June 1, 2018:
Zeke touched our hearts and brought to this world a unique intelligence, humor, creativity and kindness.What a love of life he had and yet, so gentle a soul! It is with real sorrow that we send condolences and prayers of comfort and healing for all his family and friends.
Lynn Braender left a message on May 31, 2018:
My heart goes out to you, Yvette, and your family. Zeke was such a strong and loving force in life. His passing will leave an empty space. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Quin Bakaty left a message on May 30, 2018:
Oh Zeker-Man, I am so sorry you are not here, but I know you are THERE. As it always was, you are ahead of me old friend. To all his family, my deepest condolences. To Zeke, my love always.
Kim Seibert left a message on May 30, 2018:
I remember the first time I met Zeke. I was in awe of him. He was a man of talent, passion for life, incredibly intelligent and well spoken. He loved his wife and family. Yvette and Zeke were the godparents of one of my children. He will be missed.
Danny Freyer left a message on May 30, 2018:
Zeke, old friend. You have a place in my heart. Thank you for your friendship those many years ago. Summer camp and traveling across the West I have many memories of our trip buddy. I am so glad I saw you once in recent years but wish I’d seen you more. Tho I know you’d not want anyone to have regrets. I am glad to know you got to be a husband and father and know those joys. My heart goes out to your loved ones Your memory is blessed. Your spirit inspires us still.
Sarah Elsayed left a message on May 29, 2018:
so very sorry for your loss, Zeke was a wonderful guy who always made an effort to be kind to others.
Leslie Silverman left a message on May 29, 2018:
In memory of Ezekiel Frederic "Zeke" Kisling, Leslie Silverman lit a candle
Leslie Silverman left a message on May 29, 2018:
Luc- I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending you strength and holding you and your family in the light.
Bridget Simpson left a message on May 29, 2018:
Deep condolences to Zeke's family and friends- both the "real world" and cyber world. I knew Zeke as a zippy word guy on A Way With Words's group, and always knew a notification for one of his posts would lead to a lively discussion. I posted a photo of my garden, which includes plants that are special to me as they were some of my grandmother's perennial favorites. Some of the plants may have actually come from her flowers, as we have had them divided and shared widely over the years. Hosta, iris, and bleeding hearts are very special, and I hope that you all find moments of peace with your many wonderful memories. There really are no ideal words at this time, but there is sincerity.
Ami Harbig left a message on May 29, 2018:
So very sorry to hear about Zeke, the world is a darker place without his bright light. Hugs to everyone ???
Ami Harbig left a message on May 29, 2018:
So very sorry to hear about Zeke, the world is a darker place without his bright light. Hugs to everyone ???
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Dale Silverman left a message on May 28, 2018:
I am still devastated by Zeke's early and sudden passing. We were both freelancers (he as a designer, me as an editor) at Harrison & Star and were introduced just a week before his untimely death. We became Facebook friends his last weekend. I'm going to miss my new friend. My heart and sincere condolences go out to his friends and family, especially his two children. RIP, Zeke.
mattie matthews left a message on May 28, 2018:
I'm so very sorry.
Ignacio Montero left a message on May 28, 2018:
We are very sorry for your loss, you are all in our prayers from your cousin. May God look over all of you and guide you is this hard time. You will be reunited soon, don’t give up and be strong. With love, Ignacio E. Montero & Kyle L. Montero
Ronald Bansak II left a message on May 27, 2018:
I worked with Zeke frequently for years when we both were at Euro before it became H4B. He was amazingly talented, hard working and driven to do great work. He was just as good of a guy. I enjoyed his intellect, his wit and friendship. We would often talk warmly about what we were doing with our kids on the weekends. We had reconnected awhile back on FB, which I was glad for, texting about hiking trips we each had gone on with our kids. My heart breaks for his family, knowing how much he loved them. I’m sure he was a great dad. My deepest condolences to all his family. May time heal your hearts, and the pain be replaced by happy memories of the time together and love you shared. ❤️
Ronald Bansak II left a message on May 27, 2018:
I worked with Zeke frequently for years when we both were at Euro before it became H4B. He was amazingly talented, hard working and driven to do great work. He was just as good of a guy. I enjoyed his intellect, his wit and friendship. We would often talk warmly about what we were doing with our kids on the weekends. We had reconnected awhile back on FB, which I was glad for, texting about hiking trips we each had gone on with our kids. My heart breaks for his family, knowing how much he loved them. I’m sure he was a great dad. My deepest condolences to all his family. May time heal your hearts, and the pain be replaced by happy memories of the time together and love you shared. ❤️
Robert Krell left a message on May 27, 2018:
Books, art, life, politics. Zeke spoke about everything with intelligence and compassion. He thought deeply about everything he did, about every event that occurred in his life, about every person as a human being. Zeke had his own approach to life; his compass set in a direction few of us take; ambitious mostly to help others. His passing is a loss to us all, but a consolation that we have known a man as gentle, smart, understanding, and loving as Zeke who will live always with us in loving spirit and fond memory.
Joyce and Peter Heisen left a message on May 27, 2018:
Oh no! Yvette and kids, we are so sorry. Let us know how we can help. Love, Joyce, Peter and Jessica
Cohen David left a message on May 27, 2018:
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Helena Moseman left a message on May 26, 2018:
Still in shock over the sudden passing of the wonderful human that was Zeke. His storytelling and love of words is what I'll remember along with his kind heart and gentle ways. I wish his family peace as they deal with his loss. You are all in my thoughts.
Alice Fernandes-Brown left a message on May 26, 2018:
We are all still dealing with the sad & sudden passing of our friend, Zeke. Unique mind, gentle soul, loving heart You will be missed very much. Sending love & comfort Alice, George & Rachel Brown
Ruth left a message on May 26, 2018:
My Dearest Yvette, Luc and Heather. My heart breaks with you. There are no sufficient words. I send love and healing
Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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