Francis Scott ZINGHEIM

Francis ZINGHEIM Obituary

ZINGHEIM, Francis Scott (Scotty)Age 48. Scotty died on March 31, 2011 due to suicide. He suffered from Paranoid Schizophrenia with the onset of symptoms in his early 20s. Even while battling chronic mental illness, Scott found pleasure through Chess. He won the Illinois Junior Chess Championship at 17 and recently won the Cumberland County Chess Championship. Scotty reached a Grandmaster rating and was currently rated a Senior Master. His rating is even more impressive given how few competitions he entered. Some of his games are published for Chess enthusiast to study. Scotty also received a Swimming Scholarship to college; and as a lifeguard he saved a youngster's life. Scotty is survived by his parents, Frank and Ann and his sister, Casey. Our family's sadness is compounded by the lack of effective, vital mental health treatment. The state's TennCare cuts caused Scotty's ineligibility for the Helen Ross McNabb PACT (Program of Assertive Community Treatment) program which successfully kept Scotty, and others, out of the mental hospital for years. Without accessible and affordable Case Management treatment and prevention services, families like ours will continue to suffer tragic outcomes. Donations and/or support for effective mental illness advocacy may be made to The National Alliance on Mental Illness at: NAMITN.org or NAMI Tennessee, 1101 Kermit Drive, Suite 605, Nashville, TN 37217.

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Published by The Tennessean on Apr. 10, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Francis ZINGHEIM

17 Entries

John B Ptacek Jr

January 1, 2021

I first met Scott when we both started at George Williams College, Downers Grove, IL (I was a Junior-transfer and he was a Freshman). He had a bright smile that lit up a room. I had lost touch with him after I graduated and was sorry to hear about his death later. He will be remembered.

April 30, 2011

Sorry Scotty, Idid not relize how sick you really were or I would have stayed in touch more often. But after spending time with you playing chess and talking about spiritural things, I know you made peace with God and you are now in the right place. (Knoxville, TN)

April 19, 2011

Dear Frank and Ann, I am so sorry for your loss. I took the Journey of Hope training class with you both in Nashville a number of years ago. When the first article ran in the News Sentinel where a body had been found I hoped it was not your son. But I immediately thought of you both. I am so sorry that our state has failed your family, Rhonda Luebke (Knoxville, TN)

Wanda Hepburn

April 15, 2011

Our Son also committed suicide from this same illness a year ago. We are so sorry for your loss.IF we can help during this time of sorrow ,pleas call. Wanda Hepburn

Linda

April 15, 2011

To Scotty's family --
You have lost an admirable, intelligent, and accomplished young man in this terrible tragedy. Your efforts in his behalf have been extensive. Please know that others will reap the benefit of the seeds you have planted and will go on to continue your good deeds. You are in my prayers for sympathy and new meaning as you go on with your life and help others to continue your efforts. In Jesus's love, Linda, Knoxville, Tn.

April 14, 2011

As long-time mental health advocates, it must compound your grief, knowing that there were resources like PACT but no way for Scotty to avail himself of that service. I have a new commitment for advocacy because you shared your story. My deepest sympathy to both you and Ann. Scotty sounds like an amazing person whom I would have liked to have known. I pray he is at peace now.

April 14, 2011

Please accept my profound sympathy for your family as you grieve the loss of your son. Because of your outspoken advocacy, his life continues to be honored and valued, even by people who will never know him, because you tell his story.

T Givens

April 13, 2011

My sincere condolences and sympathy in this tragic loss for your family. More needs to be done to help those who need help. Hopefully this will bring awareness to many.

April 13, 2011

My heart grieves with you. Thank you for sharing your tragedy in an attempt to keep others from experiencing the same.

Charles Dudney

April 13, 2011

Frank and Ann, I am so sorry for your loss. I am so glad to see you speak out about Tenn Care. I hope and pray that your efforts can can begin to change the minds of our legislature.

s jones

April 13, 2011

So sorry for what happened...I will definitely keep you in my prayers

Wendy Johnson

April 11, 2011

So sorry for your loss. I was a case manager for many years. I understand the importance of case management and other outpatient services which are essential for those living in the community. I do not believe that the cuts will ever end. Scotty was blessed to have a caring and supportive family. God Bless you and your family during this difficult time.

Theresa

April 11, 2011

My sincere condolences and sympathy for your loss.
Thanks for standing up and speaking out about the
Tenn Care cuts in the obituary and on TV. We need more people to speak out, who have suffered such loss, to help stop so many dying before their time because they couldn't get or afford proper health care.

April 11, 2011

May God bless your family during this difficult time.

Marisa Bush

April 11, 2011

God bless your family.

April 10, 2011

I am sorry about the loss of your son. My sister suffered from the same illness which began when she was about 24 years old. She was in and out of the hospital, trying to get her medicine adjusted. She had a wonderful husband who stood by her. When she was 40 years old, she committed suicide. It's a terrible illness and I'm sorry your family suffered this tragedy.

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