Zolper Family History & Genealogy

Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Bertha Zolper.

Henry M Zolper of Mendota, La Salle County, Illinois was born on May 25, 1915, and died at age 64 years old in February 1980.

Roland J Zolper of Mendota, La Salle County, IL was born on May 24, 1917, and died at age 81 years old on October 23, 1998.

Mary Lou Zolper, 81, of Scottsdale, AZ, formerly of Aurora, Sugar Grove, and Chatham, IL, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2019 at The Gardens of Scottsdale. She was born March 26, 1938 in Springfield, IL, the daughter of George E. and Helen B. Southwick. Mary Lou married Douglas Zolper on December 28, 1963 in Aurora, IL. Mary Lou graduated from Illinois State Normal University in 1960, earning a Bachelor of Science in Education degree. She then earned her Masters Degree in Education several years later. Mary Lou taught for the West Aurora School District 129 for 32 years as an elementary teacher at both Nicholson and Smith schools and later became the Media Center Director at Smith Elementary School. In 1989, Mary Lou was honored with the West Aurora Golden Apple Award for her outstanding contribution to education. She retired from teaching in 1994, but often spoke of her fond memories of working with the students and staff during her career. Mary Lou is survived by her sister Ann Southwick and brother George Southwick, both of whom reside in Florida, and her sister in law, Sandra Zolper. In addition to her parents, Mary Lou was preceded in death by her daughter, Melissa Leigh Davidson; her husband, Douglas. Arrangements are being handled by The Healy Chapel, 332 W. Downer Pl., Aurora. A private graveside service will take place Tuesday, May 14th at Riverside Cemetery in Montgomery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley at 111 W. Downer Place, Suite 312, Aurora, IL 60506. For further information, please call 630-897-9291 or visit our website at www.healychapel.com to leave an online condolence.

Zolper, Douglas Murrey 73, of Scottsdale, AZ, formerly of Aurora and Sugar Grove passed away on Friday, November 25, 2011. He was born December 10, 1937 in Elgin, IL the son of the late William L. and Mary Ellen Zolper. Doug married Mary Lou Southwick on December 28, 1963 in Aurora, IL. Doug graduated from West Aurora High School in 1956 and then earned his Bachelor's Degree in Education at Aurora University. He later attained his Master's Degree in Educational Administration at Northern Illinois University. Doug began his teaching career with School District 129 in 1962 at Nicholson Elementary School. In 1966, he was appointed Director of Gifted Education and Staff In-Service Training for West Aurora Schools. In 1972, Doug was named the Principal at Greenman Elementary School and remained in that position until his retirement in 1994. In 1993, he was honored with the West Aurora School District's Golden Apple Award for his many contributions over his thirty two years with the district. Doug had many fond memories of the students, staff and parents at Greenman Elementary School and he missed them dearly. In 1997, Doug and Mary Lou moved to Scottsdale, AZ They enjoyed traveling, especially a leisurely cruise, or a visit to interesting places such as Bangkok, Berlin, Istanbul, London and the coastal villages of Cornwall. The best summer days were spent with family and friends on the Prestbury Golf Course and the Outer Banks in North Carolina. Doug is survived by his wife, Mary Lou of Scottsdale, AZ and his sister, Sandra Zolper of Aurora. In addition to his parents, Doug was preceded in death by his daughter, Melissa Leigh Davidson and his brother, Michael Zolper. Visitation will be held from 4-7 P.M. on Thursday, December 1, 2011 at The Healy Chapel, 332 W. Downer Pl. Aurora. A private graveside service will take place on Friday, December 2, 2011 at Riverside Cemetery, Montgomery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the Foundation for the West Aurora Schools in care of the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley, 111 W. Downer Pl., Suite 312, Aurora, IL 60506-9913 or to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 6931 Arlington Road, Bethesda, MD 20814. For further information, please call 630-897-9291 or visit our website at www.healychapel.com to leave an online condolence.

Melissa Leigh (Zolper) Davidson of Aurora, Kane County, IL was born on December 15, 1968 in Aurora to Mary Lou Zolper and Douglas Murrey Zolper. Melissa Davidson died at age 25 years old on February 7, 1994, and was buried at Riverside Cemetery in Montgomery, Ill.

Robert D Zolper was born on October 17, 1925, and died at age 72 years old circa September 10, 1998 in Nebraska United States. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Robert D Zolper.

Egon E Zolper of Dublin, Alameda County, CA was born on November 17, 1930, and died at age 64 years old on November 8, 1995.

Isletta A Zolper of Delphi, Carroll County, IN was born on November 28, 1937, and died at age 68 years old on January 10, 2006.

Harry Zolper of South Dakota was born on January 20, 1883, and died at age 81 years old in October 1964.

Mary Zolper of Mendota, La Salle County, IL was born on November 13, 1917, and died at age 83 years old on September 13, 2001.

Bradley Zolper was born on March 2, 1950, and died at age 22 years old in September 1972. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Bradley Zolper.

Rick J Zolper was born on July 2, 1958, and died at age 45 years old on August 20, 2003. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Rick J Zolper.

Margaret Zolper of Green Bay, Brown County, Wisconsin was born on March 22, 1905, and died at age 69 years old in August 1974.

Earl P Zolper of Green Bay, Brown County, WI was born on March 17, 1925, and died at age 64 years old on October 18, 1989.

John Zolper of Green Bay, Brown County, Wisconsin was born on March 11, 1900, and died at age 75 years old in November 1975.

Richard Zolper was born on August 18, 1931, and died at age 52 years old in June 1984. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Richard Zolper.

Irene M Zolper of Green Bay, Brown County, WI was born on January 2, 1929, and died at age 80 years old on December 29, 2009.

Ira G Zolper of Palos Park, Cook County, IL was born on November 26, 1924, and died at age 78 years old on November 24, 2003.

Shirley J Zolper was born on October 9, 1923, and died at age 84 years old on January 10, 2008. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Shirley J Zolper.