Michael D. Zink

Michael D. Zink obituary

Michael D. Zink

Michael Zink Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Curley Funeral Home - Chicago Ridge on Feb. 5, 2026.
Michael D. Zink, age 72, at rest February 4, 2026. Beloved son of the late Derrill and Virdine Zink; Loving brother of Cynthia Zink, Lloyd (Mary Kay) Zink and Deborah (Joe) Aglin; Dear uncle of many nieces and nephews; Michael was a proud road manager for many bands including Roberta Flack, Ramsey Lewis and Mtume. Longtime Local 701 Mechanic for Mancari. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. For Funeral info: 708-422-2700 or www.culreyfuneralhome.com.

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February 6, 2026

Sandra Kwilin Furlong posted to the memorial.

February 6, 2026

Charlene Hood posted to the memorial.

February 5, 2026

Curley Funeral Home - Chicago Ridge posted an obituary.

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Sandra Kwilin Furlong

February 6, 2026

Our deepest condolences to Mike´s family. We will plant a tree in his memory on our property. Mike was a happy go lucky kinda guy. Always making jokes. We had a big group of friends and family that all grew up together in Chicago. He will be deeply missed.
God Bless, Sandy (Kwilin)Furlong & Family

Charlene Hood

February 6, 2026

A good friend who will forever be missed

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