Bishop’s Appeal: Education for the Central Conferences
This year, Northern Illinois United Methodists will be donating to one Bishop’s Appeal for two worthy recipients. The appeal for Education for the Central Conferences wi…
Mr. Tom Zolk, spouse of Rev. Cynthia Zolk, retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away Monday, July 10, 2023. During her ministry, Rev. Zolk served Aurora: Fourth Street; Wheaton: Gary; Waukegan: Hope; Franklin Park: First; Brooke Road; Harding; and Serena.
Mr. Zolk was 78 years old.
A memorial service will be held at First United Methodist Church of LaGrange, 100 W. Cossitt Avenue, LaGrange, IL 60525, on August 26 at 10 a.m.
Messages of condolence can be sent to his family:
Rev. Cynthia Zolk
322 Eighth Ave.
LaGrange, IL 60525
cazolk@aol.com
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