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Nancy Zook Obituary
SPRINGFIELD - Nancy Louise (Lannert) Zook, age 82, of Springfield, OH passed away on Friday, December 19, 2014 in Hearth and Home of Urbana.
Born on December 9, 1932 in Springfield, Ohio, "Lou" was a daughter of the late Benhart and Francis (Dewitt) Lannert. She was a 1950 graduate of Springfield High School and a 1954 graduate of Muskingum College. After graduation she became an English and Dramatics teacher at Springfield High School under Charlie Fox. She married John "Jack" Zook on June 15, 1957 and they enjoyed 57 years of marriage. Together they raised two sons, John "Erik" Zook and Daniel Lannert Zook, both of Springfield. She is also survived by grandsons Jordon Anthony Zook, Jesse Anthony Zook, a niece, Pam and two nephews, Tim and Ben.
In addition to her parents, a sister, Ann Gootee, preceded her. Lou traveled with her husband during his Air Force career and taught school in Austin, TX, Tokyo, Japan, and Omaha, Nebraska. She was always popular and entertaining. After she and Jack settled back in Springfield she became an English teacher at Springfield North and Springfield South High Schools. She formerly attended the United Presbyterian Church in Springfield.
A gathering of friends and family will be held on Tuesday, December 23, 2014 at noon with a memorial funeral services at 1 p.m. in the ATKINS-SHIVELY FUNERAL HOME, 216 S. Springfield Street, Saint Paris, Ohio with Pastor Dave Kepple of the St. Paris United Methodist Church presiding. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in Spring Grove Cemetery, St. Paris, OH. Condolences to the family may be sent to www.shivelyfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nancy Zook
John Van Sickel
July 20, 2023
I had Mrs Zook as my teacher in Omaha at Cardinal Spellman Scool. She was a wonderful teacher and encouraged my artistic endeavors that led me to be a life long artist.
John Van Sickel
July 19, 2023
I was a student of Nancy Zook in Omaha back in 1967. She was a wonderful teacher. I recently found an award that Nancy gave to me. I´m so sorry to hear of Nancy´s passing. I´ve never forgotten her, her teachings and how much fun we had in class.
~ John Van Sickel
DeDe Adamson
December 28, 2014
Erik,
Sorry to hear about your mom.
My thoughts are with your family.
DeDe
Dede
December 28, 2014
Erik, sorry to hear about your mom. Ill be praying for your family.
DeDe
Veola
December 23, 2014
Rest in Peace, Mrs Zook....
We had a "Ball" in your Greek Mythology class...
Veola
Class of 76.
James Walls
December 23, 2014
Had you for AP English at North High School. You were a great teacher and very kind to me. RIP from James E. Walls, class of 86.
Joann Hensley
December 22, 2014
sorry Jack to hear of Lou passing
Debi Segrest-Adams
December 22, 2014
Mrs. Zook was the one special teacher that I had in high school at South that kept me in school. She took a special interest in me knowing that I was at high risk to drop out even though I got really good grades. I was a teen Mom and lived on my own and worked also. She always encouraged me, talked about college, and my potential. I thought of her with both college degrees I obtained and always heard her encouragement when I struggled. I owe her so much! Thank you so much for sharing her with me, she definitely changed my life.
Debi Segrest-Adams
December 22, 2014
I never had Mrs. Zook as a teacher, but I did have many enjoyable encounters with her while at South. She was always pleasant and had a tremendous sense of humor. My condolences to the family she has left behind.
Marcus "Marco" Simmons
Springfield South Wildcats, class of '79
Stephanie Mason
December 22, 2014
Dan and Family, I am very sorry to hear about your mother. She was an awesome & wonderful teacher. Sending Prayers & Hugs! Stephanie Mason-Springfield North High School -Class of 83
December 22, 2014
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Zookeepers passing. She was a great teacher!
Keith Mills South High School 1977
Dick and Nancy Leifheit
December 22, 2014
We will always remember Lou as our cupid. We would not have met if not for her. Sweet lady and great teacher.
December 22, 2014
So sorry to hear of Lou's passing. We first met Jack and Lou when we were stationed together iat Offutt AFB in Nebraska in 1963 and we have kept in touch ever since. Such a fun person and always ready for a good laugh. We spent many good times together. I am sure she was a really fun teacher - that was her way and one just couldn't help but love her. She will be missed.
Ann and Don Reed, Yarmouth, Maine
Julie Duncan-VanSteenburg
December 22, 2014
So sorry to hear of Mrs Zook's passing. She was a wonderful teacher. SHS 79
Phil Hanes
December 22, 2014
Jack, Erik, and Dan
There was only one Lou Zook. The teacher, wife, mother, sister, neighbor, clown, cook, hostess, friend that I knew will always be with me. She and Carol are now correcting heavenly grammatical errors.
Nikki Rice
December 22, 2014
Danny & Erick, so to hear of your mother's passing. I believe we lived across from each other on Talisman Cr.
December 22, 2014
To Mrs. Zook's family. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. Mrs. Zook was my 12th grade College English teacher at North High School. I, along with many of my classmates adored her. She was such a fun-loving and caring teacher, one of my favorites. We had our own personal greeting and handshake! She was a blessing to all that knew her.
Wynette "Nettie" Carter-Smith NHS Class of '84!!
Linda Cooper
December 22, 2014
To Mrs. Zook's family,
So sorry to hear of her passing, I had her for English and graduated in 1979 and learn a lot from her. I send my deepest sympathies to all of you.
Linda Hollar Cooper
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