Curator: Prof. Elena Rostova Date: 2/10/2026 Dept: Visual Arts & Sciences

ZABKA FUNERAL HOME OBITUARIES

Welcome to the Zabka Funeral Home Obituaries page. Here, you will find a comprehensive collection of obituaries honoring the lives of those who have passed away and been entrusted to our care. We understand that the loss of a loved one is a difficult and emotional time, and our goal is to provide a respectful and meaningful way to remember and celebrate their lives.

At Zabka Funeral Home, we believe that each life is unique and deserves to be honored in a special way. Our dedicated team takes great care in crafting personalized obituaries that reflect the individuality of each person we serve. We strive to capture their essence, their achievements, and the impact they had on the lives of those around them.

Our obituaries are not just a record of a life but also a way to connect families and friends during their time of grief. We understand the importance of sharing memories and stories, and our obituaries serve as a platform for loved ones to express their condolences and share their fondest recollections. By doing so, we hope to provide comfort and a sense of closure to those who are mourning.

In addition to our obituaries, we offer a range of services to support families during their time of need. From traditional funeral services to cremation and memorial events, we are committed to providing a comprehensive and compassionate approach to end-of-life care. Our team is dedicated to ensuring that every detail is handled with the utmost care and respect, allowing families to focus on honoring their loved ones.

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Fig 1. Obituary | Stephen F. Smith | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

An elderly woman, dressed in black, sits in a wheelchair, her hand resting on a photo of a younger version of herself. The photo is displayed on a small, antique-style frame, creating a warm and nostalgic atmosphere.

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Fig 2. Obituary | Richard C. Zwick | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A close-up of a hand holding a delicate, silver locket, with a faded black-and-white photo inside. The image captures a moment of grief and remembrance, perfect for a funeral or memorial service.

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Fig 3. Obituary | Debbie Sandman | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A dark, wooden funeral home interior with soft, warm lighting. The room is filled with people, some standing, some sitting, all dressed in black. The mood is solemn, with a sense of community and support.

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Fig 4. Obituary | Virgil Canning | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A black-and-white photo of a couple, their arms around each other, standing in front of a beautiful, old-fashioned house. The image conveys a sense of love and loss, suitable for an obituary or funeral program.

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Fig 5. Obituary | Irene Hauschild | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A simple, modern funeral home with large, floor-to-ceiling windows. The image shows a sunny day, with people walking by, creating a sense of peace and tranquility, ideal for a funeral or memorial service.

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Fig 6. Obituary | Allen V. Plautz | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A close-up of a hand holding a small, velvet-covered book, with a single, solitary rose on the table. The image is elegant and somber, perfect for a funeral or memorial service.

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Fig 7. Obituary | Clifford Pederson | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A large, ornate funeral home with a grand staircase and intricate, dark wooden details. The image is dramatic and majestic, evoking a sense of grandeur and respect, suitable for a funeral or memorial service.

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Fig 8. Obituary | LaVonne K. Hansen | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A black-and-white photo of a child, smiling, standing in front of a vibrant, colorful garden. The image captures a moment of joy and life, a beautiful contrast to the somber occasion, perfect for an obituary.

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Fig 9. Obituary | Frances "Fran" Gill | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A funeral home with a large, open ceiling and exposed beams. The image shows a soft, natural light, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere, ideal for a funeral or memorial service.

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Fig 10. Obituary | Engelbert B. Hrnicek | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A close-up of a hand holding a small, antique-style photo album, with a faded, black-and-white photo of a family. The image is intimate and emotional, perfect for a funeral or memorial service.

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Fig 11. Obituary | Louie Patterson | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A dark, stormy sky with a lone, solitary figure standing in the foreground. The image is dramatic and mysterious, evoking a sense of solitude and reflection, suitable for a funeral or memorial service.

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Fig 12. Obituary | Bernard C. "Bernie" Novak | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A funeral home with a large, ornate clock tower. The image shows the clock hands stopped at a specific time, symbolizing a life cut short, a powerful and emotional image.

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Fig 13. Obituary | James "Ted" Timoney | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A black-and-white photo of a couple, their faces close together, smiling. The image is filled with love and warmth, a beautiful contrast to the somber occasion, perfect for an obituary.

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Fig 14. Obituary | Sharon Smith | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A funeral home with a large, open space filled with flowers and candles. The image is filled with color and light, creating a peaceful and comforting atmosphere, ideal for a funeral or memorial service.

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Fig 15. Obituary | Thomas F. McDonald | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A close-up of a hand holding a small, velvet-covered book, with a single, solitary rose on the table. The image is elegant and somber, perfect for a funeral or memorial service.

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Fig 16. Obituary | Thomas Rea | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A funeral home with a large, ornate mirror reflecting the somber atmosphere. The image is filled with a sense of reflection and introspection, suitable for a funeral or memorial service.

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Fig 17. Obituary | Ernie Buresh | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A black-and-white photo of a family, standing in front of a beautiful, old-fashioned car. The image captures a moment of joy and celebration, a beautiful contrast to the somber occasion.

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Fig 18. Obituary | Charles (Chuck) Hottovy | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A funeral home with a large, open ceiling and exposed beams. The image shows a soft, natural light, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere, ideal for a funeral or memorial service.

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Fig 19. Obituary | Paul VanDerslice | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A close-up of a hand holding a small, antique-style photo album, with a faded, black-and-white photo of a family. The image is intimate and emotional, perfect for a funeral or memorial service.

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Fig 20. Obituary | Darlene Krieser | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A funeral home with a large, ornate window displaying a beautiful, colorful sunset. The image is filled with a sense of peace and tranquility, ideal for a funeral or memorial service.

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Fig 21. Obituary | Jeremy E. Martin | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A black-and-white photo of a child, smiling, standing in front of a vibrant, colorful garden. The image captures a moment of joy and life, a beautiful contrast to the somber occasion.

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Fig 22. Obituary | Karen S. Henry | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

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Fig 23. Obituary | Lee W. Cain | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A close-up of a hand holding a small, velvet-covered book, with a single, solitary rose on the table. The image is elegant and somber, perfect for a funeral or memorial service.

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Fig 24. Obituary | Larry L. Shaw | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A funeral home with a large, ornate mirror reflecting the somber atmosphere. The image is filled with a sense of reflection and introspection, suitable for a funeral or memorial service.

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Fig 25. Obituary | Joyce Christian | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A black-and-white photo of a couple, their faces close together, smiling. The image is filled with love and warmth, a beautiful contrast to the somber occasion.

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Fig 26. Obituary | Ileen M Walden | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A funeral home with a large, open space filled with flowers and candles. The image is filled with color and light, creating a peaceful and comforting atmosphere.

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Fig 27. Obituary | Helen J. Willard | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A close-up of a hand holding a small, antique-style photo album, with a faded, black-and-white photo of a family. The image is intimate and emotional.

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Fig 28. Obituary | James R. Settle | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A funeral home with a large, ornate window displaying a beautiful, colorful sunset. The image is filled with a sense of peace and tranquility.

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Fig 29. Obituary | Violet Mae Branch | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A black-and-white photo of a child, smiling, standing in front of a vibrant, colorful garden. The image captures a moment of joy and life.

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Fig 30. Obituary | John J. Schaefer | ZABKA-PERDUE FUNERAL HOME

A funeral home with a large, open space filled with flowers and candles. The image is filled with color and light, creating a peaceful and comforting atmosphere.

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