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Obituary for Thomas C. "Tom" Zinser
Peoria – Thomas C. “Tom” Zinser, age 73, of Kickapoo, IL, passed away at 6:20 PM on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at Washington Senior Living, Washington, IL with his family by his side and surrounded by the wonderful staff and friends at the facility.
Tom was born on May 15, 1949, in Peoria, a son of Rae Charles and Thelma Rose (Heinz) Zinser.
Tom is survived by brother, Jim (Sheila) Zinser, sister-in-law Christine (the late Dr. Robert) Zinser, numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Tom was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Dr. Robert Zinser.
Tom began working at Meadowbrook Dairy in Peoria, while in high school. Later he worked for the Illinois Department of Conservation, becoming the Assistant Site Superintendent at Jubilee College State Park.
Thru the years, Tom enjoyed attending stock car races and at one time, was a part owner of a race horse name Race Time Randy. He was an avid deer hunter, loving the time spent outdoors while hunting in Missouri and Illinois.
Cremation Rites have been accorded, per Tom’s wishes.
A Graveside burial of ashes will be held on Friday, March 31, 2023 at 10:00 AM at St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Kickapoo, IL. Fr. James Pankiewicz and Fr. David Heinz will officiate.
In lieu of memorials, do something nice for someone else in Tom’s Memory.
Friends and family may view full obituary and sign the online guestbook by logging onto www.wrightandsalmon.com
Previous Events
Graveside
Friday
31
Mar
10:00 AM
St. Patrick Cemetery fo Kickapoo
us-150
Kickapoo, IL 61528
Cemetery Details
Location
St. Patrick Cemetery-Kickapoo
1
Kickapoo, IL 61528
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