Doris Jean (Goebel) Zinn

Doris Jean (Goebel) Zinn, age 94, passed away surrounded by family, after a long and difficult battle with Parkinson's disease. Born in 1931, during the height of the Great Depression, she overcame early hardship with unshakable determination, grit, and a deep devotion to her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Anna Goebel (Fink) and Michael Goebel; her husband, Wilbert (Web) Zinn; and her siblings, Francis Goebel and Geraldine Hinchman (Goebel).

She is survived by her brothers, Donald Goebel and Edward Goebel. 

Raised in poverty, Doris learned early on the value of hard work and perseverance. Her indomitable spirit shaped the course of her life, transforming hardship into stability and building a legacy of prosperity, strength, love, and compassion for her family and future generations.

A graduate of Saint Mary of the Mount Class of 1949, she continued her education at secretarial school and went on to work as a secretary and typist in a variety of fields including real estate, engineering, religious institutions and non-profits. Her professionalism, attention to detail and quiet efficiency made her an indispensable part of every team she joined.

After retiring, she remained dedicated to helping others. She organized and managed care for an ailing neighbor and served as a caregiver herself, continuing to give of her time and energy with grace and generosity. She also remained committed to her health and well-being, actively participating in exercise classes at the YMCA through the SilverSneakers program. 

A loving and devoted mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother, she leaves behind her daughters, Deborah Zinn (and her husband, Steve Lenny), Denise Zinn (and her husband, Brian Convery); four grandchildren, Eric Voye, Danielle Voye, Owen Zinn and Annabel Zinn; along with four great-grandchildren. She took great pride in her family and was a steady, supportive presence in all their lives.

She was also a gifted seamstress, a talent she learned from her mother and lovingly passed on to her daughters. Her hands were rarely still — whether sewing clothes and curtains or creating thoughtful needlepoint Christmas ornaments for her grandchildren. 

Doris' life was marked by quiet service, steady love and unwavering resilience. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Services will be private. For those who would like to provide a remembrance, donations may be made in her memory to the Parkinson's Foundation (Parkinson.org).

Arrangements entrusted to BALL FUNERAL CHAPEL INC.

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