Peacefully on Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at Earls Court Village, London, formerly of Lucan in his 99th year. Dear father of Roy H. (Roy Jr.) and Carol Brady-Zinn and Gord Wilson. Loved and cherished grandfather of Lori and Murray Connolly, Carter Zinn and Tricia McFarland, and Megan Zinn. Cherished great-grandfather of three and great-great grandfather of four. Survived by his brother Cecil, sister Opal Kwasnick, and several nieces and nephews. Roy was a respected and loved friend and neighbour to many people over the years in the communities of Ingersoll, London and Lucan. He was predeceased by his wife Gerry, daughter Fern Wilson, grandson Kenny Wilson, and sister Hazel Warboyse.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Sunday afternoon 2-4PM where the funeral service will be held on Monday, July 17th at 11 AM with Carol Brady-Zinn officiating. Private interment at St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye at a later time.
Donations to the Diabetes Canada, Heart and Stroke Foundation, or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Jeanie Pizzati
My family had the privilege of sharing not only in Roy’s talented music but in his gentle spirit and kindness towards others. He spent many days with my mom at bible study and praying for others. Thoughts and prayers to you the family as Roy has gone on to his eternal home. Blessings, Jeanie Pizzati and family
Marcia MacMillan
Hello,
My father, George, sat with Roy for meals at Earl Court. The two struck up a lovely friendship. My whole family got to know Roy and his affable, easy personality. He was a true country gentleman. He will be missed.
On behalf of the MacMillan family, please accept our sincere condolences.
Marcia M.
Jean Deluce
Sorry to hear about Roy. He will be greatly missed by many as he was such a kind,sweet man and he at one time was my back yard neighbour when he lived on George St in Lucan. I know you will be playing your fiddle in heaven!
Ed and Annelies Butler
Dear family,
Roy and I went back a long time. I first met Roy when he was driving a truck for William Stones.,
Later on he moved to Lucan to take over Roy Hamilton’s gas station. I remember him as a cheerful honest business man. We enjoyed our visits with him in the nursing home, where he always showed a Christian spirit.
We will miss him!
Ed and Annelies Butler
Dorothy Zinn Coles
To Roy’s family,
I’m so sorry to hear of Roy’s passing. It was wonderful to see him again at the Zinn reunion last year. His zest for life, his violin, his feel-good attitude toward people and events endeared him to so many. He will always be loved and remembered and greatly missed.
His cousin, Dorothy Zinn Coles
Carole Murphy
Holding you and your family in prayer. Sending sympathy and hugs.
Louise Nenah
Roy was a perfect example of a gentleman. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace.
Sr. Kathleen Lichti, CSJ
Dear Roy, and Carol and family,
My sincere condolences, at the death of your Dad/father-in-law.
Thinking of you all from afar, at this time of loss.
Mary Shamley
Dear Roy, Carol and Family – My sincere sympathy. I know that you will have many wonderful memories and yet will feel the loss from your family circle very deeply. With love – Mary Shamley
Susan Fekete
Dear Zinn family,
I feel blessed to have known Roy.
I was always – and still am – amazed that he remembered every single person he ever met, no matter how short or long the encounter. Roy cared in a special way.
I join so many others in celebrating a wonderful life!
Sincere regards,
Susan Fekete
Marilyn Dykeman
So sorry to read this this morning. Never knew a kinder, more gentler man than Roy. Heaven has gained a treasure. He will be greatly missed by all. My heartfelt condolences to his family.
Barb Butler
I’m sorry for your loss. Roy was an inspiration to so many. I used to sit outside at Lucan to listen to him play his fiddle. His smile and stories will be missed.
Bob and Agnes (Otterbein) Stadelbauer
Our Condolence to the family of Roy Zinn. We sure will miss talking to him and listening to him and his music at the Otterbein Reunion.
Harold & Geri Fletcher
Roy, Carol & family. We have many fond memories of your dad at church, visiting him in his home on Kent Street. Harold played the guitar, Mitzi Judith Lee on the piano while your dad was on his fiddle. He was one great man & will be remembered by his caring ways, his chuckle & great sense of humor. We can still hear him saying ‘Well by golly’. What an honor to be called his friend. May our Lord comfort you with strength, fond memories & faith in Him.
Joyce Sovereign
RoyJr and family,what agreat guy your Dad was ,a true gentleman always. Was glad to be his neighbour who lived below him for many years at Parkview Place. What a wonderful long life he lived. May God give you all comfort in these sad days ahead.
Bob and Wanda Reynolds
Gord and the Zinn Family
My thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. I know he will be greatly missed. I always enjoyed his music when he played at the Nursing Home.
Wanda Reynolds
Tasia
So sorry for your loss. I knew Roy for a short time when I worked at Earls Court. He will be missed by many.
Renee Vachon
Dear Mr. Zinn’s family,
We are really sorry for your loss. Our family will miss all the stories he was telling us and seeing him always happy.
Kent Hardy, Renee Vachon, Melodie and Mason Hardy
Carmen Jones
Dear Zinn family,
Dave, Darcy, Kate, Luke & I are saddened to hear that Roys long adventure on earth has ended.
You know how much our family loved and appreciated Roy, for who he is and for all he did for our Mom, Isabelle. He brought much joy to her last years. He was a fine example of patience and positivity in the face of adversity. I very much enjoyed accompanying him on the piano while he entertained on the violin.
He will be missed so much, Love from Carmen Jones & family
Marilyn Brady
Roy, Carol and Family, you have my deep sympathy at this time. Your Father will be sorely missed. May your memories and faith sustain and comfort you.
Betty McIntyre
My condolences to the whole Zinn family. Anyone who knew Roy was a privileged person. No one was any kinder and nicer than Roy and we will all remember his bright smile and chuckle.
Tracy Hayter and Cora Hayter
Dear Zinn Family
We are very sorry to hear about Roy. Our thoughts re with you at this difficult time.