Following a disagreement with WWE which preceded a tag team championship push the team was about to receive, Zenk went on to star in Japan and later WCW as the "Z-Man." Expand the Memories and Condolences form. Golf and both of us started energetically singing, "They call me Dr. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. He would always put a smile on my face. GREAT NEWS! Share this memorial using social media sites or email. and spent most of his life in the Chicagoland area. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. I truly appreciated you guys showing up. Former WWE & WCW Star Tom Zenk Dies Shockingly At 59 - TheSportster Zenk's obituary was published in the Minneapolis Star Tribune on Sunday. Im glad he was so strong for you Carol while you two were fighting a courageous battle. ST. CHARLES - Thomas E. Zenk, 73, passed away on Friday, August 19, 2022, at his home after battling cancer. Tom and I may have 1st met in Marengo, IL in 1949. At fellow wrestler Rick Martels request, Tom moved to Montreal to work for Martels company Lutte Internationale (International Wrestling). Survived by parents, Robert J. and Lois . He passed at the age of 59 at North Memorial Medical Center. Consider offering these words of comfort if you're not sure what's appropriate. Between 1987 and 1989, Tom made multiple tours of Japan with All Japan Pro Wrestling (AJPW). Beyond everything Tom was just a good man. He would always put a smile on my face. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Thomas Erwin Tommy Zenk I found on Findagrave.com. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. Like all fallible human beings, Tom made some mistakes in life, but his gentle/ good heart and all he accomplished far out weighed everything else. I wound-up getting Tom some golf balls monogrammed with "Dr. An obituary confirmed Zenk had passed away on Saturday at the North Memorial Medical Centre in Minnesota. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. Robbinsdale, Minnesota is located 9 miles northwest of Minneapolis with a population of 13,953 according to the 2010 census. What an adventure! And Carolyou are such a great addition to our class. This beautiful human being was torn apart by the industry and fans he loved so much, even years after he retired, and by some even after his passing. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Frances Zenk of Webster, South Dakota, born in Grenville, South Dakota, who passed away on October 30, 2021, at the age of 102, leaving to mourn family and friends. He was a 1971 graduate of the University of Illinois, and South Suburban J.C. in 1996. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. He was 59 years old. Thank you, Tom and Carol, for taking time to come to the class reunions and the other few times I was back in IL. He made his ring debut in 1984 for the American Wrestling Association (AWA), before moving to the National Wrestling Alliances (NWA) Pacific Northwest Wrestling(PNW). [7] Professional wrestling career [ edit] Early career (1984-1986) [ edit] After graduating from high school, Tom earned his bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from St. Mary's College in Winona, MN. Survived by. The duo had a brief run in 1987, including an appearance at WrestleMania III. Tom left at 37 having bought his own home and a nice corvette to show for his career. Read the obituary of Thomas Erwin Zenk from Robbinsdale, MN. Donald William Zenk was born on October 4, 1925, son of William and Zita (Tibesar) Zenk in Winona, Minnesota. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. Please accept Echovita's sincere condolences. "Just wanted to say may God Bless The Tom Zenk Family Tom was a very close Friend of . . You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. THOMAS ZENK OBITUARY ST. CHARLES - Thomas E. Zenk, 73, passed away on Friday, August 19, 2022, at his home after battling cancer. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. The visitation will be from 10:00 - 11:00 AM to be followed by the memorial mass at 11:00 AM. He was one of 4 children ( Robert Jr, Kathryn , James and Tom). A system error has occurred. I am so blessed to have had Tom as a life-long friend. We met when we both showed up at the U of I as teenagers, a bit lost for sure but we found one another as kindred spirits. Zenk, Thomas Erwin age 59, of Golden Valley, MN, passed away on Dec. 9, 2017 at the North Memorial Medical Center. In the last few years Tom had been watching over his elderly parents, working at an investment firm, enjoying golf outings with his father, and dealing with his own health issues privately. WWF fans may remember him as one half of the Can-Am Connection, opposite Rick Martel. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. Zenk's obituary was published in the Minneapolis Star Tribune on Sunday. Former WWE star "Z-Man" Tom Zenk has passed away Is this the ultimate adventure? Tom made many friends where ever he went. Now, Zeus, you're front row, blasting thru stardust! Zenk, Timothy Patrick Age 63, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2022 with his partner, MaryChris, and their dogs Jake and Girl, by his side. Zenk suffered from heart disease and an enlarged heart. Tom and I may have 1st met in Marengo, IL in 1949. Arrangements were handled by Fox River Cremation Society, 630-584-8823. He was a good, honest, gentle and nice guy who deserved so much more in this life. He always stated he wanted to get a Real job before the age of 40 and not be like those Old wrestlers who cant leave the business. He is now happily reunited with his "sweetie" Dorothy. In October 1980, he competed in the "Mr. North Country" competition, placing third. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. Our condolences to the friends and family of Mr. Zenk. He liked ABBA, watched American Dad and Futurama, was awesome at impersonating other people, loved children and animals and was just a simple human being. Learn more about managing a memorial . Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Peaceful journey to the mystery my friend. He was extremely knowledgeable about so many matters. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. Tom was trained by Eddie Sharkey and Brad Rheingans. Ways to honor THOMAS ZENK's life and legacy. I always enjoyed talking with Tom. Our friendship will always be in our hearts. Tom's view of his future is he's either stardust or off on one heck of an adventure. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. Try again later. Failed to delete memorial. FAQ, Zenk, Thomas Nicholas of Bloomington, MN passed away on March 22, 2023 at the age of 94. THOMAS ZENK Obituary (2022) - ST. CHARLES, IL - Daily Herald - Legacy.com The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards. He attended the University of Minnesota for 3 years and majored in Speech Communications. Tom was born on August 22, 1928 in Rollingstone, MN to Edward and Helen Zenk. Women and all proceeds went to charity. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. . Wrestling Legend Tom Zenk Passes Away at 59 - WWE He then joined the Army and became a chemist at an Army facility in Aberdeen, Maryland. I think we probably met in 1st grade and went all 12 years of school together. I will miss you dearly. Thomas Erwin Zenk Obituary | Star Tribune Tom then reappeared in the American Wrestling Association in early 1989. It wasn't until 1976 that I moved back to Illinois, Chicago that I hooked-up with Tom. He was raised in a close knit, good, christian family and grew into a kind, funny, loving and intelligent young man. (612) 377-2203; Call Us (612) 377-2203. The death, announced in an obituary in the Minneapolis Star Tribune on Saturday, did not reveal the cause of death but did state that the death occurred on Dec. 9 and his funeral will take place on Jan. 13, 2018. I always enjoyed talking with Tom. He was definitely one of the good guys. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. Tom Zenk, known for time teaming with Rick Martel as the Can-Am Connection in the 1980s, died Dec. 9 at 59 years old. Published by Daily Herald on Aug. 21, 2022. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. The Can-Am Connection was soon signed to the WWF/WWE. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. and half as a machinist on the shop floor. I will miss Tom very much. I am so blessed to have had Tom as a life-long friend. Tom later lost the title to Arn Anderson on January 7, 1991. Peaceful journey to the mystery my friend. Tom Zenk Passes Away, Matt vs. Bray - E Wrestling There was an error deleting this problem. Zenk's death. Star Tribune reviews all guest book entries to ensure appropriate content. We have set your language to Thomas E. Zenk, 73, of St Charles, passed away on Friday, August 19, 2022 at his home after battling cancer. Share them in our comments section below. My spirit will find yours. RIP my friend. and spent most of his life in the Chicagoland area. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Carol; a brother, James (JoAnn); a sister, Debbie (Bill) Stegmaier; brother-in-law, Richard (Brenda) Mizanin. So sorry to see another good guy leave us. Our staff does not correct grammar or spelling. Try again later. It feels like I've known you forever, too. Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 21, 2022. He was born June 22, 1949, to the late Harold and Stella Zenk. RIP my friend. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. Not many folks tuned into Pink Floyd in 1968. Tom spent roughly half his working career on the trading floor of the C.B.O.E. Frances Zenk Obituary (1919 - 2021) | Webster, SD - Echovita This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. Otis - Carl Robert Zenk, age 51, of Otis, Maine, passed away on May 13, 2022. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. It wasn't until 1976 that I moved back to Illinois, Chicago that I hooked-up with Tom. Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. Our friendship will always be in our hearts. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. He was born June 22, 1949, to the late Harold and Stella Zenk. I called them every Christmas and we'd talk for an hour or so. Tom and Brian also appeared on the WCW team with Sting (Steve Borden), Candyman (Brad Armstrong) and announcer Jim Ross on the Family Feud week where WCW was against The G.L.O.W. He also had many interests including raising and showing dog, public speaking as a member of Toastmasters, umpiring little league games, reading, riding on his bright red tractor, and travelling throughout the United States with Dorothy. He placed third in a Mr. North Country bodybuilding contest in October 1980, then won Mr. Twin Cities in May 1981. Battling injuries, Zenk disappeared from the spotlight in the mid 90s. He was a 1971 graduate of the University of Illinois, and South Suburban J.C. in 1996.