Patricia A. Zuber, 85, of Paw Paw, passed away July 20, 2013 at Manor Court of Peru in Peru, Ill. She was born Jan. 4, 1928 in Chicago, the daughter of Arthur and Ruth (nee Cook) Murphy. She was united in marriage to Earl Zuber on June 19, 1954.
Pat was a teacher in Shabbona and Paw Paw for over 30 years. After retiring from teaching, she served as the village clerk of Paw Paw for a number of years. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.
She is survived by her children, Steven (Linda) Zuber, of Mendota, and Ruth (Steve) Jones, of Sycamore; grandchildren, Jason Zuber, of Peru, Ill., Whittney Zuber, of Mendota, and Nicholas Jones, of Englewood, Colo.; and three great-grandhchildren.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Earl; a grandson, Zachary Jones; a twin brother, Patrick Murphy, and a sister, JoAnn McGinnis.
Per the wishes of the family, all services and interment will be held private.
Torman Funeral Home, Paw Paw, assisted the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.TormanFuneralHome.com.
Steve and Ruth Ann,
I am sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. I spent several years in Pat’s classes at PPHS – seems like forever ago! I think of her often, especially when I have papers to type or bookkeeping to do. I can still her voice: wrists up, hands on home keys …. I still use the techniques she taught me to this day. I will always be thankful for the skills I learned from her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Steve & Ruth Ann,
I was so sorry to read of Pat’s passing. I have fond memories of getting together with your family when we were all kids. Pat liked to say that my husband, Wayne, could type faster with 2 fingers then others could with all fingers! My Mom is still with us. If you get over Rollo way, be sure to stop by!
Oh my I am sorry to read of your mom’s passing. I often thought of Mrs. Zuber my typing, office practice, and bookkeeping teacher at SHS in the 60s. as those courses and English were the most contributions to my success as an educator and communicator. Many times I had to rely on my typing skills to support my children and provide data for my classes.
It is always a huge change in our lives to see our parents pass from this life. I send my sincere sympathy.
Steve, Linda, Whitney and family,
We were saddened to hear of Pat’s passing.
Pat was full of spunk and a love for her family.
We are very thankful she was able to be a part of our Stonecroft Family.
Denise and the Stonecroft Staff and residents