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Nathan Zink
March 14, 2018
8 years have passed and I still think of you daily, talk to you nightly and miss you every moment. Your grand-daughters have grown into beautiful young women and your influence on them is unmistakable. You now have two little grand-sons, Griffin and Daegan, who share your wonder, curiosity and enthusiasm for life. Griffin loves to dance like you and will break out into dance at any moment, anywhere, and Daegan has your sly smile and twinkle in his eyes. You are always with me....Your son, Nathan
March 30, 2010
To My Beautiful Mother, Susan Zink...I feel blessed and privileged to have been your son. You were a wonderful loving mother, extraordinary grandmother and wife and truly my best friend. I miss you deeply and will carry your spirit and amazing outlook on life with me for the rest of my days. I will watch your birds, have tea in your arbor, be inspired by your amazing art, and see your wonderment and sparkle in the eyes of your grand-daughters. Thank you for so many beautiful memories...you are forever in my heart. your son, Nathan Zink
Liz Coleman
March 27, 2010
Dear Eric, Nathan and family,
I want to let you know how deeply Susan touched my life while I lived in Eureka and attended all those math classes at HSU with her. I absolutely loved studying math with her - she enriched my understanding and love for the subject. Our hikes in Fern Canyon and beyond were always something to look forward to, as well as the stop at the Orick Cafe for onion rings and coffee, afterwards. She was the one who influenced me to start grad school with her. We spent a lot of the summer getting ready for Jeff Haag's class, as well as too much time prepping for our teaching. She was such an amazing person with such a zest for life and I loved being around her. Knowing her was such a gift that I will always cherish. Tom and I wish you all the best in this hard time.
Love to you,
Liz & Tom
Gary Costa
March 26, 2010
Eric, Nathan and Family; My thoughts are with you. Susan was a wonderful woman mother and wife and friend. SHe will be missed by many of us in Humboldt county.
March 25, 2010
Dear Eric, Nathan and Family, We are so sorry and sad to hear about Suzy passing away. Our hearts go out to you. May you find peace and comfort in your family and friends, to help get through this extremely difficult time. Much Love, Jean Whitmore and Teresa Smith
Cubby Cherlin
March 23, 2010
I've been privileged to have known Susy for many years. Besides being super-intelligent, funny, devilish, incredibly artistic, loving and lots of fun, I discovered that Susy also possessed a great deal of grace. I have had so many good times with Susy, Eric, Nan and Sue, Nate and his girls, and Stella. I know Susy and Eric have had such a good time together all these years, and I've admired the special relationship Susy and Nan shared. I feel my life is so enriched by knowing Susy and that she will continue to be with us as we go forward.
Wesley Johnson
March 22, 2010
To Susan's Family:
I was shocked and saddened to read of Susan's passing yesterday. I met her when we were both facing the uncertain world of middle-agers returning to higher education. She sat next to me through many math classes and we shared many laughs. She would get ill before an exam and need to get some air before the test would begin. Well, eventually she would always get an "A" and got over the test jitters. I was always amazed at her ability to "get it." The rest of us would have to really work at it and only hope to get even close to her ability. Somewhere, a student is missing her help, an equation is incomplete. God bless Susan. Rest in Peace. Sincere condolences to you all.
March 22, 2010
Nate and family; Your mom has been a very nice person and grandma I'm sure she was a loving mother. You all were blessed to have had her in your lives. I only talked to her a couple of times but children reflect qualities of their parents and I could see that in you. May God be with you and your family during the weeks ahead.
Pepper Guthary
Molly Ashcom
March 22, 2010
The world is a better place because of Suzy. She was a excellent wife, mother and grandmother (& Mother-in-law:) The love she showed for her family made me want to be a better wife and mother. She adored every moment she spent w/ her grand-daughters. Hiking, dancing, taking them to the Marine lab, sharing art, food and music w/ them was the best gift she could of even given them. We will miss you so much Susan! Thank you for loving my daughters and giving them so much by encouraging them to go after their dreams! You were the best Grandmother a child could have. Eric, Nathan, Nan & Katie: I am so sorry for your loss. We love you all very much. ~Molly~
Sue Forbes
March 22, 2010
Dear Eric,
I have very fond memories of Suzy working hard and studying math for hours, days, weeks on end! Back in the day. She loved every minute of it. A great joy to be around with her quick smile and positive attitude, we had many good laughs and I will remember her fondly. Wishing you and your family peace and wonderful memories.
Sue
Cambria Zink
March 21, 2010
Susan Zink was my grandma, and a very loved person all around. I could never be the same kid I am today without her love, laugh, and excellent dance moves. I love and miss her very much.
Stephanie and Ray Jones
March 21, 2010
You are in our every prayer and thought
as you grapple with this most grievous loss.
Your loving friends and neighbors
are always here for you.
larry lanferman
March 21, 2010
Dear Eric and Nathan, I am deeply grieved by your loss. Susan will be greatly missed. You in our thoughts and prayers. Larry and Kate Lanferman
Michael Giacone
March 21, 2010
Eric: I'm sorry to hear of Susan's passing. I only found out today in the newspaper. My condolences. Let me know if I can be of help.
Michael Giacone
March 21, 2010
Dear Eric, Nathan, Nan, Katie and Family;
The Gift's that come into our Lives are often missed. With Nathan I got a Family. Suzy from the start was a Treasure that I wanted in my World - My Life will be forever Blessed for all the Gift's she brought and Shared in my world, I got grandchildren and dog's that loved me then Nan, Sue, & Cubby , A Joy of Gardening Movies, Books and Great Dinner's & Fantastic Conversations at the Zink - House. Moments I will Treasure for life. You are all in My heart ...
With Gratitude and Love for the Journey... Stell / Steven Rhodes
March 21, 2010
Eric and Nathan --
I am so sorry to hear about Suze! She certainly was "energetic and quirky" -- she was a dear, sweet, loving, intelligent, wonderful woman, and I feel so privileged to have crossed paths with her, intersecting in one of the many spheres that made up her life! Did she know that it was Pi Day on March 14? ... I am very saddened by her passing. Matt and I are thinking of you during this difficult time.
Tami Matsumoto
March 21, 2010
Dear Nathan and Eric, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Susan. Our thoughts are prayers are with you and your family.
Thomas and Laurie Reilly
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