OBIT: John Harker ZOOK, 1918, Roaring Spring, Blair County, PA

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ZOOK.

  John Harker Zook, a well known resident of Roaring Spring, died at 
his home on East Main street Monday evening, after a two days' illness 
of influenza.  Mr. Zook had been a sufferer from Bright's disease for 
twenty years and during recent years his heart action has been very 
weak.  This heart trouble was the indirect cause of his death.  John 
Zook was born at Baker's Summit, Feb. 8, 1877, the son of Charles and 
Sarah (deceased) Zook.  On Jan. 31, 1901 he was united in marriage to 
Miss Minnie Mutzebaugh, of Duncansville.  Over six years ago Mr. Zook's 
eyesight failed and he was compelled to give up all active employment.  
At that time he was assistant to his father, Charles Zook, who for 
quite a number of years was postmaster.  He was also leader and founder 
of the Zook orchestra.  After ill health compelled him to give up his 
orchestra work, he became musical instructor to many of the town's 
young people.  He was greatly beloved by all his pupils as well as by a 
large circle of friends.  Mr. Zook was a member of the M. D. Butler 
Camp, sons of Veterans.  He is survived by his wife and one daughter, 
Miss Mary, at home, also by his father, Charles Zook, and the following 
sisters and brothers: Mrs. Myrtle Lorenz, Mrs. Martha Garber, Miss 
Annie Zook and Warren Zook, all of Roaring Spring.  His mother preceded 
him to the grave three years ago.  The funeral services will be 
conducted by Rev. A. S. Williams at his late residence at 2 o'clock 
Wednesday afternoon.  Interment will be made in Greenlawn cemetery.

Altoona Times, Altoona, Pa., Wednesday Morning, October 16, 1918