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Jeffrey C. Zink
Sept. 10, 1962 - Jan. 17, 2022
AUBURN - Jeffrey C. Zink, 59, of Locust Street, Auburn, passed away Monday, January 17, 2022 in Auburn Community Hospital. Born September 10, 1962, the son of the late John and Jean Kimball Zink, Jeff was a graduate of Union Springs High School, Class of 1980. He retired from the NYS Dept. of Corrections as a Lieutenant after more than 27 years of faithful service.
Jeff enjoyed bowling, sports cars, boating and playing the guitar. He loved all things baseball, including rooting for the Yankees and, especially, coaching his beloved son's youth baseball teams.
He is survived by his son, Jeffrey W. Zink of Auburn; two brothers: John D. Zink (Linda) of SC and David J. Zink (Nicholas) of FL; two nieces: Tasina Decker (Mike) and Samara Smith (Gus); and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Friends are invited to join the family for calling hours to be conducted Sunday, January 23, 2022, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the White Chapel Funeral Home, Inc., 197 South Street, Auburn. Burial in Fort Hill Cemetery, will be held at the convenience of the family.
Contributions may be made in memory of Jeff to the Finger Lakes SPCA, in memory of his dog, Jake.
To offer condolences, please visit www.whitechapelfh.com.
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Michael Zink
January 13, 2024
It's been a year Jeff. I know you are safe in the arms of the Lord.
Michael William Zink
February 13, 2022
So long cousin. They say, as a kid, your first friends are your cousins. You and Dave were certainly two of my first friends. God Bless you in heaven. Say hello to your parents, my parents and our grandparents for me.
Fran Currier
January 27, 2022
So sorry to hear of Jeff s passing. Eternal rest grant on him o Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him! I will always remember his kindness to me.
VR
January 22, 2022
Rest In Peace Jeff
Keeping family and friends in my thoughts and prayers
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Tammy Brewer
January 21, 2022
Sorry for your loss. I worked with Jeff such a nice man with a great work ethic. He adored his son and his family meant everything to him. Condolences to all his family & friends RIP Jeff
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