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Mildred Elizabeth "Millie"
Millie Zolg's "nine lives" finally ended Thursday afternoon, September 10, 2015, as she died peacefully at Aspen Grove Assisted Living. In her 2 year residence, her independent spirit and "light up the room" smile was reciprocated by the loving care provided by the staff which was greatly appreciated by "Millie's boys," i.e. her 3 sons.
Millie was born June 1, 1918, on a farm near Paducah, Kentucky, the 5th of 6 children to Ed and Zoda Carrico. At age 11, the family moved to Toledo where she resided the rest of her life. She attended St. Anne's elementary school and was an honor student at Scott High School class of '36.
She met her future husband, Gene, while working at the former Toledo Scale Company and they wed in June of 1942, a marriage that lasted 55 years and produced 4 children.
A devout Catholic, Millie's strong faith helped her prevail in the mid '90s where she survived major heart surgery in '95, followed by the deaths of her only daughter, Sister Lynda, CSJ. in '96 and her husband, Gene in '97.
Millie's strong will and spirit enabled her to remain independent through 94 years until health issues intervened the last 3 years of her life to slow her down.
Besides working for Lindsay Realty for over 30 years, Millie was active in the 50+ club in her parish (Gesu) and the Mercy Hospital Auxiliary Guild. Millie also gave generously to numerous charities and causes both Catholic and secular.
Millie was a unique person with a strong personality who shown brightest when her love and compassion were needed. She was loved not just by immediate family members but by anyone who encountered her generous heart, and she will never be forgotten.
Millie is survived by 3 sons, Skip, Phillip (Susan Brass), and David (Karen); grandchildren, Nathan (Natalie), Emily Moody (Rob), and Keith McRitchie (Angie); great-grandchildren, Hope Lynn and Everett; numerous nieces and nephews.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, October 5, 2015, at 11 a.m. at Gesu Church, Parkside Blvd., Toledo. The family will receive guests one hour prior to Mass.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mildred Zolg
Sister Sandy Sherman
October 13, 2015
My sympathy and payers to Millie's family. Mille came regularly to Body Recall when I taught it at Ursuline Center several years ago. I always enjoyed her.
Sister Sandy Sherman
September 26, 2015
It was a great honor to know Millie, "Mimi" and feel the strong love she had for her family. Strength, love and prayers are with Dave, Karen, Em, Nate and Keith and the entire family. Loving you, ~Liz Downing-Starr
Gary Szenderski
September 24, 2015
My sympathies to the family, especially Dave her son, a great friend who has a lot of the spark and warmth of his Mom. Thanks Mrs. Zolg. You will be missed.
Jen Nowakowski
September 18, 2015
My deepest sympathies to Dave, Karen, Nate, Emy and family. She was so sweet and I know that Em loved her dearly.
Michelle Rieger
September 17, 2015
I miss you Millie, there is a special place for you in my heart, you touched my life in a very special way, may you rest in peace and may the lord look over your family and comfort them during this difficult time, xoxo
Robin Wexler
September 17, 2015
Millie was always my favorite. I miss her beautiful smile already. There is one more bright star in heaven.
Marti Franco
September 17, 2015
Skip, Phil and family, we want to express our sympathy on the death of your mother. I had the opportunity to meet her when she came into Cooper Florist one time and Marty met her at her home on a couple occasions. She was quite the lady who led an active, full life. Sincerly, Marty & Marti Franco
September 17, 2015
She is greatly missed already. God bless you all at this difficult time.
Brittany RN ProMedica Hospice
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