Michael Zuck

MICHAEL R. ZUCK, 52 SHANNON - Michael R. Zuck, 52, of Shannon, began his eternal life with Christ Tuesday, November 12, 2013, at his home. Mike was a carpenter who worked in the construction industry for over 25 years, building many homes in Lake Carroll. He also spent countless hours in his shop building and repairing furniture. He took great pride in his workmanship. Mike was an active member of the Lanark Church of the Brethren for many years, the past few years attending Crossroads Community Church, White Pines Campus. In recent years he taught himself to play the guitar and shared that talent with the church. Michael was born September 10, 1961, in Sterling, IL, the son of Richard and Evelyn (Piesen) Zuck. On June 11, 1983, he was united in marriage to Connie Ellinor at the Lanark Church of the Brethren. Together they enjoyed their time spent volunteering at Way of Christ. Mike was always eager to help others. He greatly enjoyed volunteering with Adopt-A-Block Saturday mornings in Freeport, building relationships with anyone God brought his way. Many people were touched by Mike's love for the Lord and how it was shown in all he did and to all he met. Survivors include wife, Connie; daughter, Heather (Brian Montalbano) Zuck of Murfreesboro, TN; son, Adam Zuck of Shannon; sisters, Susan (Charlie) Winterton of Leaf River, Karen (Mike) Bushman of Lanark; brothers, Robert (Connie) Zuck of Lanark, Jim (Vicki) Zuck of Chadwick, David (Carolyn) Zuck of Dakota, IL; beloved dog, Kloe. He was preceded in death by his parents and father-in-law, Wayne Ellinor. A memorial visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, November 18, 2013, at Crossroads Community Church, Polo. Memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, November 19, 2013, at Crossroads Community Church, Polo. Cremation rites have been accorded. Memorials have been established in his name for the Freeport Dream Center/Adopt-a-Block and the Way of Christ. To send condolences, visit polofamilyfuneralhome.com.