Mary Zinkula
February 18, 1929 ~ February 13, 2019
Mary Zinkula, 89, of Mount Vernon, died peacefully Wednesday, February 13, 2019, at Keystone Cedars, Cedar Rapids, surrounded by her loving family. She died, as she lived, with faith and acceptance. Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 a.m. Monday, February 18, 2019, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Mount Vernon, with Bishop Thomas Zinkula presiding. Visitation: 2:00-6:00 p.m. Sunday, at church, with a Vigil Service at 6:00 p.m. Visitation also one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. Burial: Mount Vernon Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements by Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Mount Vernon.
Mary Elizabeth Volz was born February 18, 1929, in Norway, Iowa, to Frank and Katherine (Sevening) Volz. She graduated as valedictorian from Norway High School in 1946, and then worked at Benton County Savings Bank. Mary met Robert Zinkula at Danceland, and they married on May 15, 1952, at St. Michael Catholic Church, Norway.
Mary was a long time, dedicated member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Mount Vernon. She worked part time at Hertz Farm Management. While Mary enjoyed these activities, the work closest to her heart was caring, nurturing, and providing for her family. Mary was well-known for her award winning kolaches. She enjoyed traveling with her husband and children. Mary was also interested in gardening, puzzles, and dancing. Her children loved watching their parents on the dance floor.
Left to cherish her memory are her children, Diane Zinkula, Donna (John) McKay, Bishop Thomas Zinkula, Sandy (Keith) Moore, Ken (Penni) Zinkula, Jerry (Connie) Zinkula, Sharon Zinkula (Joseph Flowers), JoAnn (Bob) Kintzel, and Mark (Theresa) Zinkula; grandchildren, Alexandra (Tyler) Benware and Kaitlin Moore; Elizabeth (Ernie) Yoder, Mathew, and Jason Zinkula; Jacob, Ryan, and Anna Zinkula; Lauren Flowers; Shelby and Courtney Kintzel; and Sarah, Erin, Kyle, and Tyler Zinkula; great-granddaughter, Haylie Zinkula; brother-in-law, Raymond (Sheryl) Zinkula; sister-in-law, Alberta Volz; and many extended family members.
Mary was preceded in death by her loving husband of over 64 years, Robert; parents; brothers, Vernon, Clarence, Wilbert, and David Volz; and sisters, Lorene Oberreuter, Hazel Stallman, and Loretta Schmidt.
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It was my gift to get to know Mary at Keystone Cedars. For me, she was a true believer and follower–in every way–of Christ. I could always see the love of God through her smile and her eyes, even in her pain and suffering. She knew God’s love and now knows it perfectly. Jean Sweat, St. Pius visitor at Keystone Cedars.
My prayers are with you Diane and Bishop Tom and family. I wish I could join you on Sunday and Monday. Will be remembering you in prayer as I celebrate Mass here in South Carolina at the end of my trip here. Moms are very special! She will be interceding for you as only a mother can. Fr. Tony Herold
Prayers for Mary and family in her honor.
Fr. Paul Otting
Our sympathy to all of the Zinkula family! We only know her son, Bishop Zinkula, when he was in Dubuque, Iowa. We think highly of him in his wisdom and kindness. I am sure that he must have inherited this kind heart from his parents! He even looks like his Mom. God bless all of you during this time! Hugs!! Carol and Dennis’s Powers, St Columbkille Church
Lots of prayers and positive energy to all of you during this difficult time of loss. May Christ hold you gently, ease your pain and fill you with His inner peace. God bless you!
To The Zinkula Family,
May the memories of a loving wife, mother and grandmother help you through this difficult time, and in future days ahead .
Our Sincerest Sympathy,
Tom and Elaine Ferguson, and family,
Green Valley, Arizona
Our prayers for Diane and the Zinkula family in the loss of your mother. She’s now dancing up a storm in heaven with Robert. God bless you all. Laura and Chris Swiser
Sending condolences and prayers from the Sisters of Charity, BVM.
Dear Bishop Tom,
We are sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. You have our deepest sympathy. Take comfort in God’s eternal love and peace, knowing that she is at rest in His arms.
Peace,
Kevin and Dianne Koch, Dubuque