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John Zolyak Obituary
JOHN W., 58, of Downingtown, suddenly on Oct. 13, 2004 in Chester County Hospital; beloved husband of Glenna T. (nee Bianco) Zolyak. Born in Philipsburg PA, beloved son of the late Steve C. and Susan (nee Holobinko) Zolyak. Beloved father of Adam J. Zolyak of State College PA; brother of Stephanne Zolyak McAleer of Exton and Linda Zolyak and husband Dr. Stephen Canner of Ashville N.C. Employed by HSC Builders & Construction Managers, Exton, PA as a Controller. Mass of Christian Burial Mon. Oct. 18, 11 A.M. St. Joseph Church, 338 Manor Ave., Downingtown
Visitation Sun. evening Oct. 17, 6 to 9 P.M. at the JAMES J. TERRY FUNERAL HOME, 736 E. Lancaster Ave., Downingtown, PA. Int. private. Contributions St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church, 22 Bent Rd., Ramey, PA 16671 or Penn State Alumni Assn., c/o of The Hintz Family Alumni Center, University Park, PA 16802.
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Chuck Kern
October 16, 2004
Glenna, Adam, & Stephanne,
Like everybody who knew and loved Jack, I am so saddened by his death. Jack has left a great legacy of love, kindness, humor, and memories. Those memories will warm us, give us a chuckle, and give you strength. How fortunate and blessed you are to be his family. Here, from a poem of Wordsworth, "...nothing can bring back the hour of the glory in the flower or the splendor in the grass, we must grieve not, rather find strength in what remains behind."
With love, Chuck Kern
Peggy and Stan Czacki
October 15, 2004
Stephanne... we are so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you, Glenna, Adam and Linda. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Peggy
Claire & Paul Procter
October 15, 2004
Our friendship with Jack has continued for over 35 years. We are deeply saddened by his loss. He was one of the nicest people you could ever meet, easy to talk with and fun to be around. The mention of Penn State immediately brings Jack to mind and it always will. Our hearts go out to Glenna, Adam, Stephanne and your family. We are so sorry we are not able to be there in person, but you all, are always in our thoughts and prayers. God be with you all during this sad time. All our love, Claire & Paul
Deb & Dick Kreamer
October 15, 2004
Glenna, Adam, Stephanne & family,
Our thoughts and our prayers are with you. Jack was a devout husband, a proud father, a loving brother and to us and many many others a fine friend.
We will miss you Jack and our lives are better having known you.
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