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Phyllis Zinkula Obituary
Phyllis J. Zinkula, 88 longtime resident of Iowa City died Saturday, November 7, 2015, in her home surrounded by her family with the support of Iowa City Hospice.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 pm Tuesday, November 10, 2015, at Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service with burial to follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12:00 noon until services on Tuesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made in her memory to Iowa City Hospice. Online condolences may be sent for her family through the web @ www.gayandciha.com.
Phyllis Jean Coulter was born on January 16, 1927, in Clarinda, Iowa the daughter of William and Grace (Gilmore) Coulter. When at the age of 5 her family moved to Iowa City where she attended Iowa City schools graduating from City High School. Phyllis married William K. Zinkula on July 12, 1947, here in Iowa City. For over 30 years she worked in the secretarial field for the University of Iowa , many of those in the Institute of Public Affairs Office.
She was a member of First United Methodist Church, where she was active in the Church Circle. Phyllis was also a member of the VFW Auxiliary, she enjoyed playing cards, especially euchre, and spending time at the Casino. But most dear to her heart was her family, she loved them dearly and her life was devoted to them!
Her family includes her husband, Bill; children, Steve and his wife, Vicki Zinkula of Marion; and Jan Zinkula of Iowa City; grandchildren, Lynnette Poula (Mitch), Wendy Bream, Todd Zinkula (Lisa); and 6 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Lisa Bream; and 2 brothers, Richard and Jerry Coulter.
Phyllis's family would like to thank everyone at Iowa City Hospice for their compassionate care of not only Phyllis, but all of our family too!
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Renee Glaspie Bane
November 11, 2015
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes the treasure. Please watch over Lisa and may you both rest in peace.
Bill Nash Family
November 9, 2015
Zinkula Family:
We are very sorry to hear of your recent loss .. I have many great memories of playing cards and watching her beloved Cubs at their Iowa City home.. I know that she will be missed but you had many great years with a great mother and grandmother. RIP Grandma Z
Bill Nash Family
Dale and Alicia Bream
November 9, 2015
Bill, Steve and Janice
So sorry for the loss of you wife, mother and grandmother. She was and always will be a special Lady. Our prayers are with you
Alice Passmore
November 16, 2015
Bill and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Alice.
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John & Dawn Eckrich
November 10, 2015
Steve & Jan,
We are sorry to learn of your Mother's passing and we send our sympathy to you and your family. May she rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during the difficult days ahead.
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Becky (Reichardt) Bergmann
November 8, 2015
Please except our deepest sympathy and heartfelt thoughts and may God hold you in his arms and heal the sorrow that you feel.
I will always remember Phyllis by her infectious laugh. What a wonderful and caring woman who will be greatly missed!
Shannon Hubler
November 9, 2015
Stevie, Todd, Lynnette and your families--I am sorry to hear the news of Phyllis' passing. I know she meant a lot to you and your kids. Take solace in each other, and knowing she is at peace. --Shannon and Deirdre
Sara Sanger
November 9, 2015
Jan and family, Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Love Sara
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