Zorn, Linda R. (1953-2014)

Linda R. Zorn, age 61 of Elkhart Lake, WI, passed away peacefully early Friday morning (August 15) at her home surrounded by her loving family after a 3 year battle with ovarian cancer.

She was born in Fond du Lac on June 4, 1953 a daughter of the late Herbert and Evangeline (Entringer) Wirtz.

She graduated from Plymouth High School in 1971.

On November 9, 1984 she married Patrick J. Zorn. The couple has resided in the Elkhart Lake area since their marriage.

She worked for 10 years at Borden's Foods and 25 years at Great Lakes Cheese before retiring on June 6, 2014.

Linda was a 40 year member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Plymouth.

In 1985 Linda and Pat welcomed their only child, Abby Lynn, into the world.

She was so excited to be a new grandma to her first grandson, Jack Norton Risse.

Linda enjoyed gardening, shopping, Packer events, Door County, cooking and spending time with family. She will forever be remembered for canning the best dill pickles.

Survivors include her loving husband Pat of Elkhart Lake; one daughter: Abby (Ryan) Risse of Grafton; grandson: Jack; grandkitties: Prince and Chloe; five brothers: Robert (Sandy) Wirtz of St. Cloud, Joe (Terry) Wirtz of St. Cloud, Peter (Rose) Wirtz of Elkhart Lake, John (Elsie) Wirtz of Plymouth and Denis (Pat) Wirtz of St. Cloud; three sisters: Verla Schneider of Plymouth, Marlene (David) Schaefer of Plymouth and Jane Wirtz of Plymouth and one brother-in-law: Merlin (Darlene) Zorn of Town of Russell.

Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; mother and father-in-law: Leo (Cyrilla) Zorn; one brother: Jack Wirtz; two brothers-in-law: Gerald Schneider and Chuck Zorn; one sister-in-law: Caroline Zorn and her beloved "Lucky" cat: Miss Kitty.

The family would like to send special thanks to the following people for all their care and compassion given to Linda: Dr. Kumar, Debbie Grey, Joan #1, Joan #2, Kay, Julie and the entire staff at the Vince Lombardi cancer Clinic (they truly are Lombardi's angels); nurses and therapists of the VNA; Father Wayne Bittner (family friend); Lynn and Ann of Sharon S. Richardson who assisted Linda in remaining comfortable at home; Doug Rouse and Kristen Winter of Great Lakes Cheese for all their support and help over the last 3 years.

They would also like to thank friends/family/co-workers who called, sent cards and visited her. They truly brightened up her days.

And special thanks to Kelly Schaefer (special niece) their family nurse who took such good care of Linda and kept her comfortable during her last hours.

Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday morning (August 19th) at 10:30 A.M. at St. Isadore Catholic Church in St. Cloud. Father Wayne Bittner will officiate. Entombment will be in the Calvary Cemetery in Fond du Lac.

Visitation will be held on Monday evening (August 18th) at the Suchon Funeral Home in Plymouth from 3:00-7:00 P.M. and at the CHURCH on Tuesday morning (August 19th) from 9:30 A.M. until the time of services.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established in Linda's name.

The Suchon Funeral Home and Cremation Services is assisting her family. For online condolences, please visit www.suchonfh.com.

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Published by Fond du Lac Reporter from Aug. 16 to Aug. 17, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Linda Zorn

16 Entries

Jeff Mallmann

August 21, 2014

Co-worker at GL, Linda was a bright light. She always was positive and made me smile. She also was glad to listen to the Classic Choir at St. John The Baptist and mentioned it whenever we were singing. She knew the Lord and she is in His light right now :) Blessings to all her family and friends .

Marlene Utecht

August 20, 2014

My deepest sympathy to Linda's family at this time. She is now at home with God and without pain.

August 20, 2014

My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. (Psalm 119:50,76)

Lois Lapcewich (Mayhew)

August 18, 2014

I have been thinking about all of you. I remember Linda mostly as a young girl. She was always so sweet. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Lori Schneider

August 18, 2014

My deepest sympathy to all of Linda's Family . She will be missed by all that knew her. But she will always be with you in the things she shared with you and the things she has taught you . It is not easy when our love one leaves this world But she is home with God and will always be with you .I worked with Linda at GLC for 23 years ,she was always fun to work with , talk about Miss Kitty and the garden, 6 years ago I lost my Mother to Ovarian Cancer also . Always remember the good . God be with You All !!! Lori Schneider

Terry Zirbel

August 17, 2014

Dave, Marlene,Verla, Jane and family. You all have my deepest sympathies. Your always talking about your sister of all the good times, you will always have your wonderful memories forever!

Donna DeZwarte

August 17, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Einale Mayer

August 16, 2014

Marleen-Verla-Jane and the entire family My sincere sympathy to all of you. You have lost a sweet person but God gained a great cheese packer. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Yogi & Linda Balzan

August 16, 2014

Pat, Marlene, Verla, Jane and all your family. What a great person you all had to cherish. She will live in your hearts forever. Remember to laugh at all the good times . There will always be tears for her also. That's OK. Keep the Kleenex box available. You are all blessed to have had her in your family. Hugs from Arizona.

Mary Mayhew

August 16, 2014

I am saddened to hear of Linda's passing. She was always a fun loving, gentle person and a true friend since childhood. Heaven has another angel.

Gordon, Michelle, & Tim

August 16, 2014

Our Deepest Sympathy goes out to the Zorn Family. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Judy Feldmann( Schmitz)

August 16, 2014

Pat and all the Wirtz family; My deepest sympathy to all, she will be dearly missed. Another angel to watch over us.

Jan Henschel

August 16, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the family on the passing of Linda . . .

Dennis and Marilyn Eirich

August 16, 2014

Pat, our condolences to you on the loss of your wife. God's blessings to you during this time.

Jenni Bauer

August 15, 2014

Heaven gained a wonderful angel! Linda will be missed by all. I worked with her at GLC for many years. Always loved our conversations and our recipes. ~Love~Peace~Prayers

Scott Stone

August 15, 2014

My condolences. She was enjoyable to work with and I enjoyed our conversations. She will be missed.

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