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for John Zink
Richard Cameron
September 23, 2008
Thank you for watching over the theatre community. Your are our angel and we will never forget all that you did for the future of Florida theater and arts.
Ron Hutchins
Richard Cameron
Destinedtodance.com
Mary Grisco
September 16, 2008
My condolences to all whose lives were touched by Jack. We hung out with a bunch of like-minded folks at Ohio State, went to Ft. Lauderdale for spring break with a group (where Jack fell in love in that area) and protested injustices. Perhaps some don't know that Jack sought and received CO status (conscientious objector) during the Vietman War. I was honored to write one of his support letters. We last met a few years ago over drinks when I was in Miami for a conference and had talked about meeting again next week. I miss him.
Pamela Hank Heath
August 24, 2008
A new star is shining in the heavens tonight. My condolences to his family, and thanks to Jack for for the joy he gave to the world.
August 24, 2008
The Rivera's family from Lorain, Ohio want to express our deepest sympathy for the loss of your brother. All of you are in our prayers. Jack, you and your family are truly loved. May the Lord's peace be with all of you. Maria Rivera Moriarty
D Jacob
August 24, 2008
rest in peace no more pain and hurt
Chuck Smith
August 23, 2008
What A Great Man Truly Honest In Every way. I spend time with him several times over the years.
He will truly be missed ! My love to his wife Cindy
She gave so much light!
Chuck Cheevers Smith ,Atlanta Georgia
Judy Twedt-Jensen
August 22, 2008
Suzi, Katie & Christopher,
I am thinking of you and sorry for your sadness after
the death of your parent/grandparent.
Kevin Johnson
August 21, 2008
RIP, Mr. Zink.
Mary McGannon
August 20, 2008
Jack was a talented, loved and well-respected member of our condo community. It deeply saddens me to think I will no longer see him at meetings, dinners and other social occasions. My heart goes out to his dear widow Cindy and their family.
Kenneth Kay
August 20, 2008
I am deeply saddened by the news of Jack Zink's passing.
The theatre and arts communities has lost one of its fiercest and most dedicated supporters. No critic in SOFLA did more, IMO, to inform the public or raise awareness about the work of the theatre and its importance to the quality of life.
As one who recieved both praise and "body blows" from Jack, I never worried when he was in the audience on an opening night.
No matter if he liked the work or had issues with it, I always felt he was going to be honest in his opinions.
He never resorted to cheap self-promotion or put himself above the the work he was reviewing.
More importantly, he never stooped to cruel or clever word play to convince his readers (or himself) that he knew more than they did.
He did his job with integrity and -- in doing so -- helped me become better at mine.
Thanks, Jack.
And Bravo!
Lori Gold
August 20, 2008
A great loss for the South Florida community. He did not just critique, but enlightened, explained, informed, advocated. My thoughts go out to the Zink family.
Lori E. Gold
Hollywood, FL
Beth McIntosh
August 20, 2008
Jack, the South Florida theatre community will not be the same without you. Your legacy will live on in the artists and organizations you have supported and inspired. You will be missed...
michael fox
August 20, 2008
I never knew or met Jack Zink yet his comments on the theatre world were a vital and important part of my life. Whether I agreed with Mr. Zink or disagreed I relished each and every article and review he wrote. I am sure he is
being well received in heaven by many theatre legends from yesteryear. God speed Jack Zink your legacy will live on in many generations. I hope the Sun Sentinel donates the necesarry funds to have your name in one place or another at the Broward Center. You will be missed
Michael Fox Hollywood
Rick Eberhart
August 19, 2008
Jack,I met you several years ago,through your daughter,while you were living off riverland rd.
such an inspiration you were to our whole community,through the sun-sentinel,as spokesperson for the arts and theater,always keeping us up to date on the next big event,may your family be blessed always,rest in peace,.Rick Eberhart
Anthony Rivera
August 19, 2008
I will forever remember my uncle Jack for being funny and kind-hearted. One of my greatest memories was when he and Cynthia visited Ohio for Christmas. It was a complete surprise and I remember laughing a lot. I can only imagine how much fun he is having with my grandpa right now and everyone else we have lost.
Cindy Miniello
August 19, 2008
Jack, we met many years ago through your sister Maryann and a fond memory will always exit on our visit with you when Angela & Anthony were very young. Anthony put us through many challenges in that week visit where all we did was laugh. You opened up your home to us and showed us the sites of Ft. Lauderdale and I will always have that week. My sympathies go out to your wife Cynthia and all of the Zink Family. You will be missed by many, rest in peace my friend.
Lisa & Joe Kamarata
August 19, 2008
Cousin Jack, we will miss you, we will remember you forever. When we look at the big sky in Bryson City we will always think of you. We allways wished we had spent more time with you & Cynthia, We were really looking forward to growing old together, Please give my Mom and Dad a hug tell them we miss them. Love, Lisa & Joe Kamarata
Fred & Teresa Kopa
August 19, 2008
Our most sincere condolences to Jack's family. May your memories comfort you in this time of sorrow. Please know your entire family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Deborah Sherman
August 19, 2008
Jack was a tireless supporter of all theatres large and small. We will miss his presence tremendously. Thanks for everything Mr. Zink.
Timothy and Randi Weaver
August 19, 2008
Our most sincere condolences to Jack's family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
MaryAnn Rivera
August 19, 2008
Jack, so much to say but my tears keep getting in the way, I loved you soooo much and I will miss you, but I know that I will feel you within me along with dad whom we also just lost. You were always just there even though you lived so far from us, I'll never forget our last good party together last yr. I love you and my heart just hurts so bad. Keep watch over us and give mom and dad a great big hug. Love always, your little sister, MaryAnn
Miki Edelman
August 19, 2008
With sincere condolences to Jack's family. The Arts community has lost it's most singular voice and he will truly be missed.
Jose and Rebecca Garcia
August 19, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Carol Bruening
August 19, 2008
Jack, you will be missed! With you the oldest in our family of 6, you had already moved to Florida to begin your life and career when I was just a toddler. Neither the distance nor the age gap ever made a difference in our relationship. When we spoke, or saw each other - it was like we had been together all along. Distance never made a difference in the love we shared as a family - all of us. You were a wonderful, loving, special brother. We are lucky to have had you in our lives and in our hearts. You will be a part of us forever. Be at peace. I love you!
Ed Reardon
August 19, 2008
Jack was a great reviewer, but beyond that, a great promoter and cheerleader for Theatre in South Florida. He didn't just review shows, he promoted an art form that he obviously loved. God Bless him and the many contributions he made.
jeanne lynn gray
August 19, 2008
The South Florida Arts Community has lost a wonderful benefactor and friend. I,for one,will never forget his kindness and encouragement when I first began in my career, and his absence during opening nights will be profound. He will be sorely missed by many.
Iris van Eck
August 19, 2008
I am so sad to hear about Jack's passing. He has been such a great help in making every-one aware of the local music scene as well as the Theater. He was a great promoter of the Chameleon's concerts and we thank him from the bottom of our heart.
We will miss you.
Chameleon Musicians,inc.
Wayne & Sue Sievers
August 19, 2008
Count us among the many who will miss Jack as a friend, neighbor and fellow board member. Jack was a talented and dedicated professional. Our sympathy to Cynthia and her family.
Gary Waldman & Jamison Troutman
August 19, 2008
The Cultural Arts community (especially regional theater) in south Florida is forever changed with the passing of this man of great leadership. One cannot possibly "review" his immeasurable contributions and his impact on the lives and careers of those of us in this community. Our hearts are with Jack's family.
Joseph Adler
August 19, 2008
Jack has played such an important role in South Florida Theatre for so many decades that I can’t imagine Opening Nights without him in the audience. He was tireless in his efforts to establish the Carbonell Awards and to see that they were successful each Season. His reviews were insightful and well-written and his enthusiasm was infectious when he saw something he liked. Even after Jack became ill he attended theatre and continued to write reviews, displaying an incredible inner strength and commitment to his craft. He will be sorely missed.
Andrea O'Connell
August 19, 2008
How can it be? This most gentle and kind soul – this passionate and consummate theatre professional, with an artist’s gift for writing… a sore and immeasurable loss to all of us.
Deepest and heartfelt condolences to Jack’s family and to all dear friends.
Deborah Holcomb
August 19, 2008
Cynthia and family,My husband and I are friends of Jack's sisters ,Maryann and Carol.We met you and Jack when you were in Lorain and we talked about cruising.I want to extend our sympathy to you and your family, Debbie and Glenn Holcomb,Lorain,Ohio
Jen Ryan
August 19, 2008
It was a pleasure to read your reviews, and an even greater pleasure to be reviewed by you. Thank you for your contributions to the SFla theatre; you will truly be missd.
David & Ethel Haskell
August 19, 2008
We are saddened to learn of Jack's passing. We wish we could have known him better. Jack was married to my sister, Susan Haskell, until her untimely death. Jack and I also shared another love -- that of journalism. It was a source of pride for me that we were both in the same business of chasing down a good story. We met only a few times over the years, but it was obvious to my wife, Ethel, and me that Jack was a true gentleman. Our hearts go out to Cindy, Derika, Suzi and his grandkids. He will be missed.
Wayne LeGette
August 19, 2008
Everyone in the South Florida theatre community is better for the lifelong commitment Jack made to us. He will be missed.
Kurt Giesemann
August 19, 2008
Jack Zink was a friend and respected neighbor. He served admirably on our Condo's Board of Directors for years. I often enjoyed discussing film and theatre with him. He was a fine gentleman and a talented writer. He will be missed a great deal. Our deepest condolences go out to his widow Cindy and their family.
Very sincerely,
Kurt Giesemann and Rigo Cardenas
Vanessa Cordo
August 19, 2008
It was a pleasure working with Jack for the last 9 1/2 years. He was a vibrant and joyful person, super dedicated to his work at the paper and outside of it. Some of us had hopes that we would get to see him and his writing again soon. He will be missed.
Lisa Morgan
August 19, 2008
I shall miss you Jack - opening nights will never be the same. Thank you for everything. My love to your family from the theatre family to whom you were so dear and treasured.
Rafael and Kimberly de Acha
August 18, 2008
We join the South Florida theater community in mourning Jack's passing and conveying to his family our condolences. He will be remembered by us all as an intelligent theater reviewer and as a decent gentleman.
Jack's daughter Susan with children Katherine "Katie" and Christopher.
Susan Fuguet
August 18, 2008
Dad, you were a good friend. I wish your grandchildren had more time to know you. You have lived a great and bright life. We have known joy and sorrow. I will always remember those late nights as a child, you up with the coffee pot brewing, writing at that old typewriter, before anyone even new what a laptop was. You always had a profound joy when you reviewed a show. You truly lived what you loved. For that I am thankful! You always were the absent minded professor and I love you very much.
Sissy!
"Suzi"
ray lynch
August 18, 2008
jack was a gentleman first, a cultural icon second, and always a total pro, third. he added to the life of the s-s and the people around him and the area. and i never heard him complain, ever. best. RIP, dude.
barry epstein
August 18, 2008
Jack always had a kind word to all who met and knew him. His peers, the theatre world and entire community have a void left by his passing. Barry Epstein
al crespo
August 18, 2008
Jack Zink was a good friend who will be greatly missed, but not forgotten.
Meredith Lasher
August 18, 2008
Jack was an inspirational leader and such an amazing force in the cultural community in South Florida. The impact just one person can make was perfectly demonstrated by his numerous accomplishments. Quite simply…he cared.
We will truly miss you, Jack.
Juan Heath
August 18, 2008
I was a former co-worker, and while we never met in person, I enjoyed Mr. Zink's work immensely during my time at the Sun-Sentinel.
My sincerest condolences ...
Arnold Mittelman
August 18, 2008
No Review Can Do Him Justice
The eyes in the dark have closed
The mind that grasped our dreams is no more
The ears that heard our prayers have gone
The traveling is done, his great journey remains
He was trusted, admired, respected and loved
He cared for others, their work, their souls
Thousands of miles driven to see small bites of artistic life
Millions of words written to inspire others to view our creations
A cherished friend, a great husband, a remarkable man
Forever remembered for his talent and ideas
That drama, comedy, music and performance
Needs to be remembered, honored and attended.
We will miss you forever, Dear Jack and thank you for all you did
That inspired us to try harder.
Arnold Mittelman
A fan and friend of Jack Zink.
August 18, 2008
Dan Hudak
August 18, 2008
You were a thoughtful mentor and friend. Thanks Jack.
Tim Smith
August 18, 2008
Jack was an invaluable colleague and a class act.
It is hard to imagine the local theater scene, or the Sun-Sentinel, without him.
May he now enjoy "that celestial harmony" Shakespeare described.
Elizabeth Digati
August 18, 2008
The theater community has lost a great leader. Many thanks, Mr. Zink....for everything!
God's Peace upon you...and your family.
Gail Siegel
August 18, 2008
To The Family of Jack Zink:
I wish to extend my deepest of sympathies for the passing of Mr. Zink. May your memories of Mr. Zink always bring a smile to your faces.
Rest In Peace, Jack Zink. You will be missed.
Louis Tyrrell
August 18, 2008
Jack Zink was a consumate man of the theatre. He encouraged all of us in the field to our best work and, even when critical, you knew he loved every honest effort on the stage. Jack's contribution to the development of professional theatre in South Florida is immeasurable. His name is synomymous with South Florida arts and, with his passing, our sightlines are greatly diminished.
Lilliana Garrett
August 18, 2008
The demise of Jack Zink is a great loss to the cultural world of Music and Theater in South Florida.
A generous and giving man.
I am a professional musician and he always found time to answer any question I had regarding Musical happenings and reviews.
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A week ago to the day , August the 11th was the last E.-MaiI I had from him.
I shed tears of sorrow for a man I have known only through his writing.
May God console his family
" I trust he lives in Thee, and there I find him worthier to be loved." Alfred, Lord Tennyson . .
Lilliana Garrett.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
James Randolph
August 18, 2008
I was saddened to Hear about Jack. He was a scholar, a gentleman and a cultural force in the South Florida community. As an actor and director I was always eager for his opinion about my work, and I know others felt that way as well.
This is a great loss for us all. I pray for his family and know he is in a better place.
Health and peace to all.
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