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Robert Zinser Obituary

KICKAPOO - Dr. Robert Rae Zinser, 67, of Kickapoo, Ill., passed away Thursday, March 12, 2015, at 10:26 a.m., peacefully at his home.

Robert was born on March 21, 1947, in Peoria, Ill., to Rae C. and Thelma Rose (Heinz) Zinser. He married Christine E. (Barth) Zinser on Jan. 4, 1969, at St. Mary's Church in Kickapoo.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife, Christine; his son, Robert Rae Jr. (Mamie) Zinser; and daughters, Jennipher (Mark) Vorhees, Drs. Katherine (Joshua) Barnewolt and Kelly (Kenny) Bizosky. He had nine grandchildren, Madelaine Rose Zinser, Tyler Vorhees, Charlie Vorhees, Lillian Rose Zinser, Robert Zinser, Ethan Barnewolt, Edith Rose Barnewolt, Cleveland Bizosky and Grant Bizosky. He is also survived by two brothers, Tom Zinser (Jody) and Jim (Sheila) Zinser; sister-in-law, Patricia Forquer; and many nieces and nephews.

Robert graduated from Spalding Institute in 1965 and Palmer College of Chiropractic (Davenport, Iowa) in 1971. He was very proud to serve the Peoria area as a chiropractor for 41 years.

He was a member of the Illinois Prairie State Chiropractic Association and St. Mary's Church in Kickapoo.

He was a well respected member of his community, volunteering his time and talents in numerous projects and events throughout his beloved town of Kickapoo. His impact on so many unknown people to his family is an inspiration. We are grateful for all the many lives he has touched and how much he was loved.

Bob loved his farm, his cows and tinkering in his workshop. He was a licensed pilot and loved his days of flying, speaking of it often over the last few years. His Colorado hunting trips over the years with his son and very close friends were his ultimate source of relaxation, also contributing to his love of photography and the mountains.

His greatest joys were his grandchildren and his dogs, Annie and Gunner.

Visitation will be held today, March 15, 2015, from 2 to 6 p.m. at St. Mary's Parish Hall in Kickapoo, Ill. Funeral services will be held Monday, March 16, 2015, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Kickapoo with visitation one hour prior. Father Joseph Donton will be officiating. Burial will follow in St. Patrick's Cemetery in Kickapoo.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to St. Mary's School in Kickapoo, Ill. Funeral arrangements have been made under the direction and care of Wright and Salmon Mortuary.

Friends may sign the online guestbook or send private condolences by logging onto www.wrightandsalmon.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Peoria Journal Star from Mar. 14 to Mar. 15, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Zinser

40 Entries

March 8, 2019

May God continue to bless you and your family Christine is my prayer. Pastor Dennis

Sally Taylor

April 2, 2015

So sorry to hear about your loss.

March 23, 2015

Kelly and family,

So sorry for your loss. I know you loved your dad so much. May your memories help your family and you get through this difficult time. Only good thoughts coming your way. Mary Kay DeVries

Karen Pavelka-Walden

March 21, 2015

I am always going to remember Doc Z & think of him often, especially how kind he was. Christine, do you remember Doc, yourself, Don & I drinking champagne at the office at midnight at the first War Memorial address. I remember him following someone to the dump in his suit, old pick up & the dog trying to see if a fence a man was taking there was in good enough shape for us to use. That man probably thought he was crazy but Don & I knew he was just so special. Well I guess Don & he will be together now. Sorry I had not known of his passing sooner so I could have come to his services. Christine & family my heart is with you. It will be hard with such a wonderful person who had an enormous presence gone from your everyday life. Doc-We miss you.

Ken and Kathy Orwig

March 20, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Just know that you will see each other again one day and Doc will say "Hey Kid!" And welcome you with open arms. Peace to you and all your family.

Monica Hendricksen

March 20, 2015

I am so sorry to hear about Dr. Zinser's passing. He was a wonderful man. We enjoyed his presence, hard work, and dedication to his rehab at RIC. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Bridget Hahn

March 19, 2015

I am so saddened to here about the passing of Dr Zinser. It was such a pleasure working with him! Everyday he impressed me with his dedication, perseverance and positive attitude!He will be greatly missed at RIC. I'm sorry I am unable to attend any services, but sending my love.

Leo and Nancy Schaub

March 18, 2015

So sorry for yor loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Zinser family. May you always have happy memories of this very special guy as time passes. Bob was a good friend always and will be missed.

Carissa Lawton

March 18, 2015

So sorry for your loss! Robert was a great man and we had some great conversations during my chiropractor appointments! God bless you all and I am praying for your comfort and strength!

Gary & Lesa (Wright) Hohulin

March 17, 2015

Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Doc Zinser was the happiest and kindest man we knew and we miss him dearly. May God bring you peace and comfort. Hugs!

Rob and Danette Jackson

March 17, 2015

We are sorry for your loss.Your family is in our thoughts.

Pat Dwyer

March 16, 2015

Katie, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. I did not know him, but I have heard so many wonderful stories about him. He had such a strong spirit. He had to be very proud of you...an excellent teacher and now following in his footsteps as a chiropractor. Like him, you have a very strong spirit. God bless you and your family during this very difficult time.

March 16, 2015

My thoughts & prayers are with all of u at this sad time.Peggy Wilson(wasGriffin)

Mary Hamilton

March 16, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are for all of Dr.s family.He made you feel like you were part of his friends not just his patients.He and my husband would talk about the old days and he would say to me, You remember that don't you Mom? When I said No he and my husband would decide I did know.
Dr. will always be an insperation to a lot of people. Also Christine and the rest of the family.
Thank God for letting all of you be part of so many life's
Prayers and hugs to all of you. Mary Hamilton

Sheila Johnson

March 16, 2015

We here at POS are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. We will keep you in our prayers.

Linda Henikoff

March 16, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. I only met Doc a couple times at the first care, but he was such a joy. And, of course, I know him more from our mutual friend, Dreme. May he rest in peace. And may you find the joy in knowing that he is now pain free. God bless

Lori (Papis) Porter

March 16, 2015

So very sorry for your loss. As a former patient from many years ago, I so vividly recall Doc Zinser's smile and "hey kid" welcome into the office. He will be missed by many. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

Becky Snyder

March 16, 2015

Chris & family,
We were very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. The whole Zinser family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Jerry & Becky Snyder

Erin Lane

March 16, 2015

Rob -

I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. You and your family are in my thought and prayers.

Erin Lane and Family

Michael Winters

March 15, 2015

A classmate of Bob's and I drove over to Palmer college to deliver some things he had forgotten at home. This was on the old roads before the Interstate. When we arrived at Palmer our friend's back was locked up. Dr. Bob immediately gave him an adjustment.
What a saint.

Judy Jones

March 15, 2015

There are many many people who love Bob so much, and feel they have a special connection with him. My hope is that it brings great comfort to you, knowing so many are sharing in your heartache. We are sending you love, and wishing you an inner peace.
Judy and Win Jones

Vickey ORussa

March 15, 2015

Bob'a office was directly across the street from Larry ORussa's insurance office. These two guys joked w one another every week. Bob was constantly adjusting Larry's back. Sympathy doesn't take away the pain of loss, but hopefully knowing the goodness and kindness that he extended to people will fill that void in your hearts. Prayers and sympathy are extended to his family. I suspect Larry and Bob are already together and looking down on us and smiling. God bless. Sincerely. Vickey Sue ORussa (Larry ORussa's widow)

Rosalie Grisham

March 15, 2015

A great people person was taken from us way too soon. He had such a special gift of connecting with people and will be missed by many. My sincerest condolences.

Lori LePine-Wahl

March 15, 2015

Our hearts go out to you and your family at this time and in the days ahead. We are sorry for your loss.

March 15, 2015

My heart and thoughts are with you today. So sorry for the loss of your husband, father and grandfather.

Martha Koll

March 15, 2015

Zinser Family, the Koll family is praying for all of you. Doc was an exceptional human being and will never be forgotten. He touched many lives and he is now getting the reward he has earned as a servant of Christ. Well done my good and faithful servant.

Ronald piper

March 14, 2015

Thanking God for every second for allowing me to cross paths with this man and his family. We are All better because of it.

March 14, 2015

I worked part-time at Dewey's General Store in Kickapoo and "Doc" was a regular customer. He was such a sweet man and I remember him telling me about how he and his wife would have date nights on a shoestring budget..I think it involved Hostess products!! He had great stories and I'm sure his family cherishes them all. My condolences. Tracy Tucker

March 14, 2015

Rob, Mamie, and Zinser Family: I have heard wonderful stories about your Dad for many years. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, the Mihm/Severs Families

Bill & Dorothy Rose

March 14, 2015

sorry for your loss

Gerald & Londa Wheeler Family

March 14, 2015

To the entire Zinser family,we were in shock to hear of Dr. Bob's passing he not only was a great doctor but also a personal friend for 35 years. He will remain in our hearts for all time. We are all blessed to of known him in our life time. We hope you find comfort in knowing he was loved by so many. Our thought and prayers always.

March 14, 2015

Jim and the entire Zinser family, we are sorry to hear of your loss, we extend our deepest sympathy. Mike & Brenda Dailey

March 14, 2015

One of the BEST People on earth. I was a former patient and Kickapoo neighbor. Debby Kilver

Ron and Rose Roberts

March 14, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Doc Zinser was not only a great Chiropractor, but a great friend and man. One of the nicest men in the world. Our thoughts and prayers to each and everyone of his family.

Sally Zosky

March 14, 2015

Words cannot express my sadness for all of you. Thank you for sharing you husband, Dad, Grandpa with us, you were blessed with the best. I loved listening to his stories and it has been an honor to know him. Keeping all of you in my prayers.

March 14, 2015

To Chris and the entire Zinser family, we extend our deepest sympathy. We have special memories of Bob which we shall treasure. Great classmate,great friend. Sincerely, Joanie and Ed Papis (Naples, Fla.)

Priscilla heller

March 13, 2015

Tom,Jim and family
I am sorry for your loss,your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Priscilla Wagner Heller

Judy Davis

March 13, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.

Dennis Cornelous

March 13, 2015

The Countryside Community Church of God shares with you in the loss of "Bob". Christine may you and your family know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Pastor Dennis

Joel Brown

March 13, 2015

Although I had only met him for a short time, Madelaine and her family were able to show me how great of an individual he really was. He was a strong man, a fighter, and most importantly a lover. Just from spending one weekend with him, I was able to see just how much he loved and cared for the people around him, especially his children and grandchildren. You may be gone, but your image as a role model within a countless number of people's lives will never die. Rest In Peace.

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