Christ UMC, Rockford, Endures Sanctuary Fire
Christ United Methodist Church in Rockford suffered a fire on Monday night, Feb. 23, that started in its organ. Thanks to the fast response of the few in the building at the time, d…
Mr. Tom Zolk, spouse of Rev. Cynthia Zolk, retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away Monday, July 10, 2023. During her ministry, Rev. Zolk served Aurora: Fourth Street; Wheaton: Gary; Waukegan: Hope; Franklin Park: First; Brooke Road; Harding; and Serena.
Mr. Zolk was 78 years old.
A memorial service will be held at First United Methodist Church of LaGrange, 100 W. Cossitt Avenue, LaGrange, IL 60525, on August 26 at 10 a.m.
Messages of condolence can be sent to his family:
Rev. Cynthia Zolk
322 Eighth Ave.
LaGrange, IL 60525
cazolk@aol.com
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