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Elisabeth ZINN Obituary
82, passed away July 7, 2017. Born in Holland and raised in Germany, she attended university in London where she met and married the love of her life, Arthur Dale Zinn, who was in the US Air Force. They traveled all over while in the service and settled in St. Petersburg in 1971. Lis is survived by her husband of 62 years, Arthur; her two children, Mike Zinn and June Zinn Hobby (Blake); her grandchildren, Trevor, Paige, and Justin, and their mother, Susan Van Lede. "Oma" loved teaching her grandkids to swim, read, bake pies, make crafts, and never missed their sporting events or performances. Lis was a creative designer/dressmaker for over 40 years with clients who often became dear friends. She enjoyed traveling the world with Arthur, was an avid Rays fan, a dedicated volunteer, and played tennis three times a week. Lis truly lived her life to the fullest and will be greatly missed by family and friends. Donations may be made in Lis's name to The Christmas Toy Shop, 550 16th St. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33705.
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karen Phillips
July 10, 2019
The courts are not the same w/o Liz. She was always so friendly and willing to facilitate games/partners.
She is missed at the tennis center I am sure. Karen Phillips
Anita Knapp
July 19, 2017
"Hats Off!" to you, Lis, for a life full of living and loving, and for being my friend. I will miss you greatly.
I offer my deepest condolences to you, her loving family.
Anita, Racquettes Member
July 19, 2017
Many games now remain unplayed...Auf Wiedersehen meine gute Lis
Gabrielle S.
Norah Rockett
July 17, 2017
I have fond memories of Lis on and off the tennis court. She reminded me of the energizer bunny. A great asset to the Racquettes, where she was president from 2006-2009. Always ready to help, she was creative, intelligent and generous. My condolences to her family.
Ann Puffer
July 17, 2017
What a wonderful, gifted, creative woman!Lis was always so positive and an inspiration. With many fond memories and our condolences. My mother Olga was so fond of Lis and they were such style icons together!Ann Cheyunski Puffer and family
Jean Hammond
July 17, 2017
Family the Christmas Toy Shop will never be the same without Lis...so greatfull to have met her.
Suzan Surplus
July 17, 2017
With heartfelt sympathy to the Zinn family. Lis was a dear friend to my Mom, Joyce, who worked with Lis at the Christmas Toy Shop. You will be missed at the "Shop."
Rosaura Luciano
July 16, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Zinn Family!!
Norma Bowlin
July 16, 2017
My dear friend Lis I will always cherish our friendship. Love and condolence to the family.
The Richsteins
July 16, 2017
Dearest Lis was a perfect neighbour and friend. Always smiling and ready with helpful suggestions for trees, flowers, pool maintenance, you name it, Lis was on it! We will miss her joyfulness and laughter so very much. Lis lived her life to the fullest, loving everyone.
Karen Phillips
July 16, 2017
So sorry to hear of Liz's passing. She was great fun to play tennis with. I always enjoyed her upbeat energetic personality. She will be missed on the courts.
Karen Phillips
Trudie Urish
July 16, 2017
Such a vibrant spirit. She will be missed by all whose lives she touched.
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